Course Reflection

Course Reflection

Motivating is the word that I will use to describe this technology course. This course was exactly what I needed to set me into action, although, there were some unexpected encounters. I will be forever grateful for the entire content of the course. Also, as I progress, all the skills learnt will be used as technology for education or training. I am most grateful.

This course is exactly what I need to set me in action although there were some unexpected encounters. This era demands that every teacher be equipped with the necessary technology tools if he or she should be effective in the classroom. So I paid keen attention. From the beginning I understood that the actual use of instructional technology or media in education setting can raise the level of students’ learning. Hence, I wholeheartedly committed myself to being a part of the entire process. I enjoyed the times of journals, reflections and discussions because these afforded me the opportunity to ponder on the new skills I learnt. I created my own blog which was fantastic. I now use it as a platform to share and discuss. It was awesome to be able to identify my preferred learning style by taking the learning style test so, I actual had every member of my household do the test. However, my real moments of the course were the times when I had to prefer my portfolio pieces. These encounters were like force that cause water to go up hill. There were times when I had challenges putting a link into what I was doing and saving pictures in the power point so that they could be uploaded to my blog. Nevertheless, I was astonished to learn that I can sit within the walls of my home and create tools such as a movie, a podcast and power points that included movies and songs. Yes, force could make water go up hill.

All the skills I have learnt will be used as technology for education during my teaching session. This will enable the students and I to increase our skills. Also, the use of technology for teaching and learning will assist me to cater for the different types of learners in my classroom. This will result in productivity and efficiency.

I am most grateful for the ups and downs. Thank you for all you have taught me Mrs. Richardson! I have a bright future as I continue my career of teaching.