This course has proved to be challenging but very rewarding. I am learning how to do things on the computer that I never knew were even available to me. I am continually learning new ways to use my virtual resources and it's been so mind blowing to me. First, the Kidspiration tool that I used, confused me at first. It took me quite a long time to figure things out on it and get my project started. However, once I explored and figured out the workings of the program, I was amazed at my end result. I was pleased with how I did on that assignment and would definitely incorporate something like this into my future classroom.
Other assignments that I found I really enjoyed working on were the Google spreadsheets and the PowerPoint. I am such an organzied person and already know that when I am a teacher, that my grade book is going to be with me all the time. I find it comforting knowing that I could back up anything that I have on paper, using Google's special document programs. If I had not done this assignment, I would have never known about this wonderful tool. The PowerPoint was another thing that stretched me. Of course, I knew how to make a PowerPoint and make it functional, but I had never known how to use linear and nonlinear links. I would find excitement in the simpleness of linking slides correctly. The hardest part of this assignment was coming up with a theme. Once I had that, however, everything fell into place. The ball got rolling, and I was able to make a game exactly how I had envisioned it.
I am throughly enjoying this course, as it is one that has challenged me in more ways than I thought it could. I am learning new things every week in this class, which is exactly what will help me in my future teaching career!
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