Reflection

As this class is coming towards an end I am taking the time to reflect on the many things that I learned.  I'm amazed by how much I learned in this class!  I started out being very nervous while doing anything with technology and I am ending the class with the desire to use what I have learned and to continue learning.  I was excited to learn about google docs, google scholar, pirate pad, mixbook, google maps, cool tools for schools, and much more.  It will be nice to have these tools as I finish this masters program and continue on in my professional career.

Pirate Pad

I was really impressed with learning about Pirate Pad.  I can see this being used in a classroom setting for students to share their ideas.  I remember in class how us as adults were fascinated to see each other's responses on the screen and can only imagine how kids would feel.  This seems to be a good medium for students who are shy and may not want to share their ideas out loud.  Some practice would be needed as well as role play to explain what appropriate responses would be.  I also liked the idea as a teache that it is free and would take some time to set up but once that's done it can be used.  If you haven't already done so check out piratepad.net and start sharing!