Blog Post #0

Prior Experience Using Technology
My prior experience with technology is fairly limited. I was required to take a computers class back in high school but it was mainly focused on typing. I feel I am well knowledge in Microsoft Word, using websites and facebook but that is pretty much it. I don't know how to use excell or power point and have never attempted twitter. I am skilled in itunes but am not familiar with any other mac applications because I have never owned one.


What I hope to Learn in This Class
I hope to learn a great deal from this class. I hope to become more comfortable with using the internet to do research for school purposes. I am looking forward to learning how to properly utilize all of the microsoft office applications including powerpoint, excell, and access. I hope to be able to use what I learn in this class to enhance my teaching abilities and broaden children's horizons so that they can live up to their full potential.

What I learned About my Learning Style Based on the Learning Style Questionnaire Results
The Learning Style questionnaire taught me that I am an active learner. This means that I retain information better when I am in an active learning setting. I like to be involved in hands on learning instead of just sitting through a lecture. It also helps me to be involved with others in order ot understand the information better. By speaking outloud or teaching the information, I am more able to learn it myself. The questionnaire also taught me that I am a sensing learner. I am better with facts and am more practical and careful than intuitive learners. According the the test I am a visual learner and do better when I am showed pictures and charts. Overall I think the test was pretty accurate and depicted the best way for me to learn. Understanding peoples learning styles will assist you in being a better teacher and make the students feel more like individuals.