Blog Post #0

My prior experiences using technology are not very extensive. Before I came to college, I did not own my own laptop and had to share one desktop computer with my family. I basically only used that one Windows computer throughout my entire school career to write papers and for any other homework assignments. But now, I own an Apple laptop that I am still currently learning how to use since the only Apple product I've owned prior to now was my Iphone. Since I normally stick to the old-fashioned note taking ways during class, I would definitely describe myself as very inexperienced when it comes to technology.

Through this class I hope to not only become more informed about the many uses that technology has to offer, but I'm also eager to learn how to incorporate technology into a classroom. My major is Elementary Education and I hope to become a teacher in the future, so I feel that this class is imperative to success for my future. Since technology is constantly growing and expanding, I hope to become comfortable using all aspects and programs that teachers will need to use in order to benefit the learning of their students. I want to be able to use technology in an efficient and successful way.

After taking the survey, I realize that I am a highly active and sensing learner. I like to learn things by doing tasks that are hands on and that I can touch. I learn better when I have step-by-step instructions and can see exactly what needs to be done in order to complete the task. I don't do very well with just looking at pictures or charts, as I usually prefer to have a worded explanation along with it. Once I understand a concept, I am able to enhance my understanding of it by explaining or teaching it to others.