Module+7+Reflection

// ** Reflection Prompt: ** //** Reflect on how you perceive yourself as an online learner? Are you well-prepare to be an online leaner? Tell us about what you need to improve in order to be a successful online learner. **

__ //Description// __ This week's module has asked us to reflect on our online learning experiences and to think about how we can use these experiences to make us better online educators. This is my first semester taking online classes, and I have not yet taught any online courses, but so far I am finding this to be a very good experience.

//__Impact__// As a full-time teacher, I was worried about working on my Master's degree when I was already very busy with my job. However, I have found that I really like the online learning experience. I am a very organized person, and quite motivated (some say to the point of over-achiever status!), which are traits I think you need to pursue online learning- at least at the graduate level. I am actually more prepared to be an online learner that I had anticipated- I was worried about not only the work load in addition to my teaching load, but also being able to understand and use the technology involved in taking online classes. Though I still feel I have much more to learn about technology, I was pleased that I was able to quickly assimilate to Springboard and the other programs we used in classes this semester. And once I got use to the format of the classes (ie: the module organization, keeping up with due dates, etc.), then I really appreciated the flexibility that online classes offer.

__ //Intent// __ I feel pretty confident now in my abilities as an online learner. Obviously I will continue in these classes and improve upon my technology skills, but I would also like to start transferring my skills and experiences as an online learner to my teaching. This week, I applied to be considered for a pilot 1:1 technology integration program at my high school. If selected, I will receive additional computer training and laptops to be issued to all students in one of my classes for next school year. I'm not sure if I'll be selected- I am a younger teacher, and I do not teach any core classes (I teach all Fine Arts electives, and we're not usually at the top of pyramid for new programs), but because of my experiences this semester in my online classes, I was able to put together a solid application for this program, full of information and lesson ideas. Fingers crossed!!