Reflections on EDU 305

This has been a very interesting class. I use my computer all the time and never knew I could do some of the things that we learned in this class. One of the things I never knew about was the mail merge tool paired with the database assignment. I knew that people created databases but I had no clue how easy it was and how helpful it would be. I will definitely create a database for my future class and use the mail merge feature to personalize items that I send out. I also didn't know that I could create a website so easily. I think that will be a very useful tool for me to be comfortable with. Students love technology and I should try to use it when it is possible. I think their is a healthy balance with technology but I do think it is important. Creating a webquest is a neat way to teach a lesson and it will get kids excited about learning. Another thing that I found very helpful was learning how to change a light bulb in a projector. I had no clue how projectors opened up and I definitely didn't know how to change the bulb. Now I feel completely comfortable changing the bulb of a projector which is something I am sure I will have to do.
Some of the technology I had used before but it was nice having more practice.

I think this class was very helpful. We live in such a tech-savvy world and I need to be able to use technology in my class. Technology gives us so many opportunities and I am glad that I got the chance to learn about so many great options this semester.