Reflection

Today is the gallery walk for STEP and I am excited. Being a part of this year's STEP team has really opened my eyes when it comes to technology in the classroom. I have always used some form of technology in the classroom. Since I started working in PGCPS, I have been blessed by being able to use an LCD projector and a overhead that is way much better than the standard. Plus I use my laptop for more than just checking email.

I tell my students all the time that they are blessed to be in the height of the technology age. Ill be 30 this year and I still remember when it was a luxury to have a computer in the classroom. Now most modern classrooms have anywhere between 4-8 up-to-date computers plus a school lab. My students found it funny when I showed them the game Oregon Trail, especially when they saw the graphics. To think playing 8-bit games was the highlight of my childhood.

Learning about wikis and voicethread I truly enjoy. Especially since I was taught how to incorporate them into the classroom. To think the programs is out there FREE to use. I enjoyed seeing my students actually light up. using the programs I felt like a teacher but more of a facilitator. I didnt feel like I had to lecture to get the point across.