Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Strength and weaknesses

I believe that I do have strength in the areas of using computer networks and programs. I can and have created lesson plans that teach students how to use different computer applications. Even though I am going to be an English Teacher, I truly believe that it is important for my students to know their way around a computer and how to, at the very least, basic skills with a computer. I also believe that I am fairly competent at using/accessing research engines that are both effective and safe for students to use. I know that when I took this class previously and also with a previous assignment, I have found sites that are great for students to use safely and effectively and I do have a lesson plan that will get students involved in learning the difference between a reliable source and on that is not reliable. It is important for students to know how to do effective research on the Internet and find reliable and accurate resources on the Internet..
I still have some weaknesses in the areas of correct terminology and trouble shooting. I am some-what illiterate when it comes to the correct phrases and terminology. I do my best and I try to stay in the loop and ask questions to learn the terminology. I also struggle a little with some trouble-shooting. I can do the basic fixes, but when things get too complicated, I either call customer support or ask my husband or someone more knowledgeable than me for help. I am actively engaging myself in trying to fix problems and learning as much as I can about trouble-shooting so that I don't have to continually ask for help and so that I may help my students in these areas.
I need to jump in and start creating more lesson plans that incorporate interactive technology and technology in general for my students. In most of my answers to the UNI survey I was in the apprentice level. I think that I come out somewhere in the middle in comparing the standards and the survey. I know that I need to improve in some areas and I plan on doing them. I know it will be different when I am a teacher and I will make a conscious effort to incorporate technology into my lessons.

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