This class has proven to me to be a very engaging and interesting class that has opened my eyes to the new emerging technologies. Emerging technologies are constantly changing and becoming common in our everyday lives. The fact that I can bring so much technology into my curriculum can sometimes be mind boggling and helpful to students. The use of online learning modules has allowed me to put forth more avenues for learning with my students. My students see that learning doesn’t only take place in a classroom, but as a global society. When we post what we have learned, we take ownership for our learning. My students are always telling me that they can’t wait until they are older and they can do more with putting their own thoughts and experiences out on the Internet.
This assignment (Application 7) has helped me to think of various ways of bringing learning into the classroom and has allowed for students to see that asking questions poses an answer. Everyone asks questions and that is part of the learning process. Students also were encouraged to work together as a class to develop questions and posting what they learned through the online learning modules.
Technology in this class has really opened up my eyes. I will continue to research emerging technologies and collaborate with my staff members. I will also be on a leadership team discussing technology and how the school can better improve upon student use of technology.
