Technology Background: I would say I have an intermediate level of technology understanding. I took Computers 1-3 in high school, which basically taught the ins and outs of Microsoft Office. That was the only formal technology training that I have as far as computers go.
Feelings of Technology: Technology must be embraced, however, it should not be used as a crutch. I can remember not too long ago when I did not own a cell phone. Today, if i misplace my cell phone or if it breaks, I feel completely lost without it. I'm not even on it that often during the day, so I can't imagine how those who talk and/or text all day feel when they lose their phone. I absolutely love how information is at my finger tips though. If I ever need to know something, all I have to do it open up my web browser on my phone and search for it. It's amazing!
Expectations For This Course: I hope to learn new ways to use technology in the classroom. I also hope to develop the way of thought to come up with my own ways to integrate technology into a Health and P.E. class.
Derrek,
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you that you have an open mind. Every innovation should be used with a purpose.
I would also feel completely lost without my cell phone. I do not talk a lot on it and I text occasionally but if I did not have it then it would just feel weird. It is quite amazing just how much cell phones can be used for. Besides talking and texting, my cell phone is my watch, alarm clock, calendar,etc...
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about the cell phone. I feel a bit anxious that I will miss something if I don’t have my phone on me at all times. Clearly people can survive without having a cell phone, but it does feel weird to not have it on me.
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