Friday, August 31, 2012

Don't Blink

You know that saying, "don't blink, you might miss something?"  That was my initial reaction in ETEC 622.  The course got off to a quick start in week one.  I was introduced to three new tech tools; Trello, Wiki Spaces and Twitter.  Now, I find myself up late at night bouncing between all three platforms trying to make sure I don't miss any assignments and enjoying the opportunity to explore and discover. 

Our class is very fortunate to have such a knowledgeable instructor and two outstanding TA's who also have a wealth of knowledge.  In addition to all the tools we are being asked to use in class, this trio is constantly referring to additional tools to check out.  For now, I'm trying to stay focused on the course requirements while jotting links down in hopes of being able to find some time in the near future to start exploring outside of our course requirements.

It is only week two and I've already been exposed to many new tools that can be utilized in instruction.  If we continue moving at this pace, I can only imagine how much I will benefit by the end of this course.  I hope to continue charging forward with eyes wide open so I don't miss a thing.

“Live as if your were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” ~ Gandhi