Reflection
As I sit here and reflect on this long semester. I can't help, but be proud of what I have accomplished as an educator and student. I have learned many things in this course that I can use in the classroom as well as in the library. I also enjoyed learning about specific apps and tools, instructional strategies, and digital citizenship to list a few! In addition, this course has made me aware of the changing role of a school librarian. The librarian is not just a person to go to for books anymore. The librarian is now used to act as the technology specialist and assists educators by providing them with the appropriate training and resources to enhance their teaching. Technology can have many benefits if implemented correctly including increased student engagement, support higher-order thinking, a tool for differentiation, community connection, and much more!
Which ones excited you most?
There are tons of digital apps that I was excited to introduce to my students and co-workers! However, if I had to choose my top 5...I would choose Flipagram, Animoto, QR Codes, Pixton, & Tellagami. These apps were fun, new, and addicting! I have used these for book reviews, reflections, assessments, and tutorials! My students love exploring their creativity with these digital tools!
Which ones were most difficult for you?
To be honest none of the technology I explored was difficult for me. My lack of experience with some of these apps made me assume that they were difficult to use such as the QR code generator and Animoto. However, after exploring the new apps, I found out that it was really easy! Even my students thought most were easy to navigate and fun!Which one (in your opinion) will most benefit students? (Do I have to choose JUST ONE?!?!)
Keeping my students' needs and interest in mind. The winner goes to...PixTon!!
This digital comic tool can very beneficial for reluctant readers, ELLS, or anyone having a hard time generating ideas. My students have been addicted graphic novels, so this is the perfect app for them! Students are able to create comics from scratch or choose from a template that has already been created by users. Although users have to pay for additional features of this app, the website is fun for both students and educators!
Muriel, it has been fun reading your blogs! I like how you would always announce, "and the winner goes to..." I, too, enjoyed learning the different apps and tools we had to work with.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being the best partner this semester :) I appreciate all of your help and encouragement. I know you will continue to do great things!
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