Final thoughts

I learned a lot about technology this semester and how to integrate it into an elementary class setting. I think one of the most beneficial things I learned is how to create a class website. I think this is a very useful tool to keep parents, faculty, and administration informed about what is going on in your classroom. I also think that having a nice and professional website shows that you care about your presence as a teacher. I will use a website in my classroom. I will post homework assignments and notes about what is going on in class on the website. I think this is a good way to gain parent volunteers as well! This class was very worthwhile! Thanks!

VI reflection.

What did you gain from this unit and other units in terms of technology integration for middle schools? What would be your projection/prediction of 'technology integration' for middle schools in the next ten years?

I gained a lot from this unit. I think that I learned how important technology integration is for grades 6,7, and 8. I think with this age group, children need an outlet to express themselves and by having a way to integrate school and technology it proves to be very beneficial. My prediction for middle schools in the next ten years is that most of their work will be transferred to technology and less on paper. I think this is true for high school as well. I think more and more teachers and schools are shying away from traditional ways that we will see an outbreak of an all technology based middle and high schools.

Reflection 5

Reflect on how one or more of these sites have changed how you communicate, collaborate, view, create, and share information.

I am going to reflect on how Facebook has changed how I communicate, collaborate, view, create, and share information with others. Facebook is my favorite social networking site. I am only on a few social media sites. I have a Twitter, Vine, Facebook, and Instagram account. I have been a member of Facebook for the longest. I am able to communicate with friends and family all over the world. Before Facebook, it was hard to stay in touch with them before this, especially when it is hard to make phone calls and write letters due to school, work, and other commitments. Facebook also helps with collaboration. I use Facebook to help me with inviting friends to events and knowing when events are. It helps me stay connected and stay in touch. I would not remember many of my friends birthday's if it was not for Facebook! I also like using Facebook because it has a great way of keeping up with pictures that I didn't take. It is so much easier to just have the pictures you want access to on your computer rather than printing them off individually. I am thankful for this social media website and for technology!