1. The things that I am the most excited about are Superb Screencasts and Social Media in the Library .
I feel that using Screencasts will be a fabulous way to record PD for my teachers so that they can learn about technology, research, and new skills coming out of the library on their own time. I also feel that Screencast tutorials for students can be posted on our library website and guide them through using the OPAC and doing research.
Social Media is a powerful tool in this digital age, and having a library Facebook page to share events and celebrations on, a Twitter account to share current trends and ideas in the library world, and a webpage with important information, book reviews, and other fabulous finds will make the library more useful to our users and help us garner community support.
2. The things that were most difficult for me were learning about Blogs and blog readers because I didn't know anything about them and I struggled to find their importance. I also struggled with making Cartoons & Comics because those just aren't my jam. I was happy with the outcome though, so I feel that it was a good use of my time to get out of my comfort zone and learn a new skill.
3. I feel like everything I have posted in the last semester will be tremendously beneficial to students. If teachers read the Bloom's Taxonomy and Technology post, I believe they will be able to connect new and innovative ideas into the scaffolding of the Bloom's Taxonomy they learned about when they were in school.
Students will benefit from Podcasts and Videos & QR Codes along with Superb Screencasts because these are innovative ways that students can be creative and learn while thinking in creative ways.
Overall, the skills I have learned have been a powerful testament to what we can do in the library to support technology, 21st century learners, and our faculty in providing a strong library program.
Please find my Storyboard (which I LOVE way more than any that I tested out in my Cartoons and Comics post) here:
Image credit: https://womenandtech.indiana.edu/students/student-alliance-groups/Graduate-Women-in-Technology.shtml
It has been a pleasure reading your posts and learning from them. This course allowed us opportunities to get out of our comfort zones and to grow as educators. I agree with you that screencasts will be a fabulous way to reach our teacher and student patrons. Emily, thanks for sharing your insights and experiences.
ReplyDeleteIt has been such a learning experience for us all. As I read through our classmates reflections, it is interesting how all of us have learned a lot and have discovered so many new outlets. Our difficulties vary but nonetheless we all have gained knowledge with this course.
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