Final Course Reflection

                I have learned many different ways to use and access technology in this class. Each assignment provided unique principles to learn about the world of technology. I was able to use the simple, basic skills that I had in order to achieve more complex technological projects. I enjoyed each assignment in the sense that I mastered a different set of skills when completing each individual assignment. I learned how to accurately use online resources and use different features on the computer.

                I believe one of my strong points in the class is that I was able to catch on to the material quickly. I believe this was a strong area for me because I have decent background knowledge about computers and I was able to draw from that knowledge to further my skills in this class. One of my weak points in the class was taking my time on the projects. Spending extra time on a project is not necessarily a bad thing; however, I spent too much time making sure each project was just right. I over-analyzed many parts of each assignment. I often made things too difficult than what was actually required of me. I perfected the small things rather than focusing on the big picture or main idea of the project. I would get lost in the little things and then realize that I was two steps behind everyone else. In the future, I will be sure to take a step back and see what the end goal is first, rather than picking the project apart piece by piece before I know what my main objective is. I will focus my thinking around what I am trying to accomplish from the beginning to acquire better results in the end.

                I am very excited about applying the skills I have learned and integrate technology into my future classroom. I want to teach my students that learning can be fun and interesting by using technology. Technology has come such a long way and now is the time where students will be most connected and interested in technology. I will integrate tools such as concept mapping and assistive technology during teaching to effectively communicate to every type of learner.  To make learning fun, I will teach my students to create a movie story about a particular topic we are learning in class. Integrating technology in the classroom will allow students to learn and have fun at the same time!