Blog.
A year ago, I would have thought this word referred to some sort of strange illness.
Only upon moving from Canada to Melbourne nine months ago did I discover that blogs are not limited to the tech-savvy, but can also be used as a powerful tool for sharing everyday experiences, opinions, and general information with those around us. Sure, I can communicate to friends and family back home via email, social networking sites, and Skype. But what’s different about a blog is that I can sit down once a week, write a reflection on what I did, where I went, and who I saw, and then leave it up to those who are interested to visit my blog and stay updated. (So, basically only my parents check it…)
Prior to entering this learning technologies course, I didn’t realize that a blog could also be used as a way of reflecting on educational experiences, and that I could share my trials and errors (which inevitably occur when technology and I cross paths) with others who are interested in learning about the same programs. I’m hoping this blog can be used not only as a reflective tool for myself, but can also provide some useful tips on how technology can be used in the classroom.
Here goes… something?
*P.S. I’ve had some bad experiences where I’ve lost posts before, so I’ve chosen to type my entries in Microsoft Word first & then paste them all in. I highly recommend doing this when you’re putting something important online… losing a ton of hard work due to ‘technical difficulties’ is not a pretty thing!
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