Good Ol' KWL!

What did you know?
I knew some pretty basic Web 2.0 tools from previous classes and I knew some of the lingo; podcasts, googledocs, etc...  but 

what did you want to know
I wanted to know how to really use them and why I should.  I wanted to know what ways I could integrate technology into my classroom in meaningful ways that create an environment of learning and self discovery.  

what did you learn (or not?) -
The first thing I learned is that digital books are great.  I learned that I often hold on to old ways of doing things because they are comfortable but that if I stretch and try new things, it only takes a while to get over the discomfort before I start seeing returns.  I learned a little about being an activist... that there is a need for activism in schools in order to make sure that our children are ready for the world we are only just forming.  I learned the confidence to try new things and to be open with my kids and explain that this is my first time too... so let's learn together...  

How will you use what you have learned in this course to further your technology integration into your own classroom?

I will "Just Do It" like the Nike commercial.  I really appreciated the time I was given to do the final project and that I chose to do the class wiki because I honestly feel like I am really getting ready for next year.  It is making me feel braver about trying new things and different approaches even to thinking about technology.   I am SO MUCH looking forward to doing my digital story telling project.  I learned to amke connections and to ask questions.  I learned that I still love to learn and that this uncomfortable stretch is worth everything... if it means getting my kids to be ready to face what is ahead.  Great class!