Post #10

A technology-related skill that I would like to learn more about is doing more interesting things with powerpoint. We briefly went over ways that powerpoint can be used interactively in the classroom and I found them to be very interesting. I want to perfect those topics that were briefly covered that way by the time I become a teacher and use it in the classroom I will be well prepared.

Some ways that I could go about learning more on how to do this is by researching videos on the internet. There are tons of videos and examples I would just have to find the right one. In addition, I could take classes at the library or something that would give me a hands on approach on how to use powerpoint interactively. And lastly, I could practice at home and learn from trial and error.

Post #9

I think that the next technology-related skill that I would like to know how to use is video satellite conferences. I think that this toll is really interesting and can reshape the way we teach in the classroom. I first learned about this piece of technology here at Florida State in my World Geography class. Since then I have been extremely fascinated by this piece of technology. I would love to be able to use it in my classroom one day.

One way that i might achieve my future educational technology-related goals is by either reading about it or attending workshops. I think that the best way to learn something is to be hands on so I feel that attending a workshop would be really valuable. Also I need to be well knowledgeable about whatever piece of technology I want to learn about.

Post #8

Some new skills that I have acquired since last class are how to use excel. I was completely clueless about how to use this Microsoft program prior to having done SAM. But now after completing the exercises and practice test I am much more confident when using this program. There are so many things that you can do with this program such as inserting charts from information that you already have. Moreover, you can put in formulas and things for cells and the computer does all the work for you.

I would just like to say that this class truly has helped me better not only my technological skills but also my performance as a student. Because of all the newly acquired knowledge I no longer will be apprehensive when it comes to doing assignments for class. This is because I feel much more confident in myself when using any of the basic Microsoft programs.