Thing #23

I have learned many things during this class. On a personal level, I found Google Reader feeds interesting. I set up a reader and subscribed to several crafting blogs, which I then pin to Pinterest. It is much easier than checking a multitude of websites. I also have found many educational blogs as well. This is a good way to keep up with all of the new Web 2.0 information out there. By following other educators on Twitter, I can also keep up with the latest developments as well. During the course, I have discovered many ways to enhance the learning of my students. I learned new ways to use YouTube in the classroom (it is so much more than just entertainment). I also enjoyed learning about slideshows, online generators, Delicious and LibraryThing and discovered ways they can be implemented into the classroom. There is always something new to learn!

Thing #22

Classroom 2.0 is another great resource for educators. Just by exploring the site, it seems that almost any topic is discussed. I explored how to use applications and technology in the classroom (such as VoiceThread, ipods, Promethean boards, tablets, Twitter, and Wikis). Discussing and getting feedback and ideas from fellow educators is a good learning tool. I also found other posts about book recommendations and the best sites for embedding videos useful as well. You can search for local educators (I typed in TX) or connect with others all over the world. The amount of information can be overwhelming, but just focusing on what interests me or relates to my job is a good place to start.