Technology+Reflections



So far in this class, I have learned about...
 * SMART Boards. I have seen SMART Boards in elementary schools but have not had personal, hands-on experiences with them. I really liked using the AirLiner with the SMART Board, but definitely need more practice at it! I have learned a lot about them and would enjoy learning more.
 * iPads. I have used iPads for educational needs before, but it was nice to see others' lesson plans with iPads and see how they would use them in their class.
 * Recording Pens. I had never heard of a recording pen that records your work on the paper and even your voice. I think it would be a little difficult to use on a daily basis and especially for younger kids. I would only use this when preparing for a test or a quiz.
 * iMovie. I had barely any experience with iMovie before this class and actually learned a lot during the movie project. It was fun to edit it and I am thankful that we worked with this application because I think I will definitely use it in the future.
 * Audacity. I had never heard of Audacity before this class, but once working with it, I realized it is a lot like GarageBand. I had little to no experience with either application, but a lot of my friends have so I am glad I learned how to work applications that can record voices.
 * Gradebooks. I am glad that we went over a website that showed how to use an online gradebook. A gradebook will be used weekly while teaching and, if you think about it, we're never taught how to use any sort of gradebook! I am glad we went over this in class and know that there are plenty of helpful websites out there.
 * Kidspiration. Kispiration was a little difficult to handle at first, like SMART Notebook, but with time it definitely became easier. I liked to use Kispiration and Inspiration to come up with Concept Maps and activities for students. Kidspiration offered bright colors and interactive activities that I would like to use in the future.