Thing #2: Blogs

I really like the idea of blogs. I can definitely see using this with my students to respond to a question that I present in class or on the blog and to ask questions and receive answers from their peers. Creating the blog was very easy. I just had to get used to what each choice would allow me to do. I created this before reading in the directions that is not recommended to use your name, so my name is part of the posting name and the address. I named the blog with the class # and 23 Things. I just related it to the lesson. I chose this layout because I like cool colors, and it includes my favorite color.

The avatar was easy and fun to make. The only trouble I had was with setting up my account and receiving the e-mail from the site. I like the idea of using an image rather than an actual picture for privacy reasons. I chose an avatar that looked as closely like me as possible and wearing my favorite color (blue) ;).

Thing #1: 7 1/2 Habits of Life Long Learning

This activity involved learning about how to be a successful life-long learner, and gave seven and a half habits one should have to be a life-long learner. The easiest habit for me would be to teach/mentor others. I am currently in my 4th year of teaching. Before I was teaching, I was tutoring students and working with students in a summer program. As I worked with students, I grew in my knowledge of math, technology, teaching strategies, and more. I also have the opportunity to mentor students by sponsoring Future Teachers of America at the school I teach, which allows me to share my experiences with others.

The hardest habit for me would be to view problems as challenges. Usually while the situation is going on, I just want it to be resolved. Only later do I think of it as a learning experience.

It was nice to be able to read and hear the presentation, and it was very easy to follow.