This was a long day but very enjoyable.  I am glad that I came because it lays a foundation for me in using and teaching technology in the classroom.  Presenting my Portfolio was not easy but I believe it was one of the most important steps that I have taken in moving on with my career as a teacher.  When your the old man on the block you might think it is over and your ready for the farm.  Hello! It's not over.  I've only just begun!

My goal is to put more effort into the classroom and use the technology available. If anything I need to simply remember the technology is for the benefit for the students..  Rome was not built in a day.

Enjoyed the presentation of the Art Projects.  Just incredible talent that is in this group.
What I can actually say is that I've learned so much from all these guys.  I am  so thankful that I was given the opportunity to attend. I just have so much to learn.

Dr. Bunch and Dr. Lee were very supportive and were encouraging as they made their visit.  I can't wait for the Fall session but I will need lots of practice. The more I use the technology and practice methods of instruction it will be benefit those I teach.   It's not all about me, it's about others.

Great day today!  Trying to get the finishing touches on our projects.  The lesson plan has been my stickler.   I've got to be consistent with how I prepare it. I feel a little stressed in preparing but I'm going to make it. The power point presentation will be the part if my presentation( The Civil War).
I need to work on consistent practice as a teacher in using my lesson plans.

Enjoyed Dr. Straughter presentation on self-preservation as an educator and professional.  We must take care of ourselves. I know that this will help as I finish my career! Set goals that are realistic. Take it one day at a time. Rome was not built in a day.

I'm working on trying to set up a business. I hope we have more time to get some done on my presentation.  I getting more ideas on how to present. Just don't Stress!

Great Skipe from Ruth's friend Mayara.  The Best! Enjoyed hearing about Brazil!

Another day down and one learning experience after another. Dr. Lee has been a great help today.  I have to say he is one patient man.   He would be a great Middle School teacher I believe.   Very methodical with showing us how to use Infographic on a video and audio.   Technology just blows my mind.


Just putting it all together has been hard work but worth it.  I felt frustrated at first but as the day went on I started to get my confidence back.  Enjoyed working on the Weebly Portfolio and I realize your not going to invent the wheel in one day. It takes time and practice. That's why we are Teachers.

Our final presentation was on Prezi and we found out that it changed from Classic to New and updated.   Technology changes more than coke.

I like adobe spark. It's strictly user friendly.. Writing a story about your self is truly enjoyable.  Can't wait to finish it. We just finished our work on making a newspaper. I truly enjoyed it and hope to use it my classroom.    

I'm behind in getting my samples ready for presentation on Wednesday thru Friday.   I'm going to have to take a lot time getting familiar with the work at hand. Enjoyed today's sessions.

Have gotten more work done but I feel as though I need more work in practice in just manipulating the mouse and keys.  I have to learn to walk and chew bubble gum. What a Hoot!  Have gotten some insight about starting a business in Mississippi from Jeremy Martin and info on Websites.

Well another day of learning.  Can't wait to put some of this technology to use.  I need more practice.

Well, what do you know .  It was great to see a fellow student from the Masters Program;in History from several years ago, Billie Jean Fulton.   Her presentation was very useful in using technology involving instruction.  The connection with History was very helpful.

Enjoyed the presentation of our Flat Stanley Videos.  I will need more work in trying to do this on my own but I can also use You Tube to help also.  Dr. B has been a great help. I enjoyed the videos and the entertainment.

The thing that is in the back of my mind is that what we are learning goes beyond using the technology, but also finding new directions that will even advance what we are doing in our own lives.