Session 10 Wrapping Up

Response Question: Summarize the class. What has been interesting, what have you learned? What do you see as your direction as a potential leader in using technology in education.

I found this class to be beneficial to me in a number of ways. I never saw myself as a person who knew enough about technology to assist others on a regular basis, however this class made me realize I am able to do that (and I am fairly good at it!). It definitely boosted my confidence in this area of education and made me take on more of a leadership role within my department in terms of technology integration.
I have to be honest, I initially signed up for this class for two reasons: 1. it was all online and 2. all I needed was additional 3 units to move over on the pay scale. Now that it is finished, I am a bit sad. While it was a great deal of work, it forced me to focus on my weaknesses and develop them to the point I am now at and I am thankful for that. I will definitely take away from this class the idea that technology can be used by anyone to varying degrees and that I am now "responsible" (nominated by my department..) for ensuring that the students in my department have access to the same types of technology as their non-disabled peers and that their teachers know how to effectively use it to enhance their learning. In addition, I created a blog (I had never done that!!) and am now fairly comfortable in doing so. I definitely plan on continuing my work on my class website and assisting others in my department to do the same. Overall, I found this class to be informative and motivational. I am even considering taking more technology classes :) I am glad I was given this opportunity!!