I could get the hang of this...

The third blogging assignment is about using my blog in my teaching experiences. Whether it be while I'm still in college or I'm teaching my own class. It's funny how things work out, really. I just got done spreading the word of my blog to some family members and friends. I also was sure to tell them that it really would be something I could incorporate into my future career.

I would love to be that approachable teacher that gets volunteers from parents, students, etc. because the parents feel so interested and welcomed. Now, I understand that being this awesome of a teacher comes with practice. I also understand that there are steps to getting parents and students involved. However, as simple as this blog is and the number of hours we spend on a computer each day, communication through a blog could be quite simple. I think it would be a great way to keep parents updated on classroom (and school) activities, students' (as a whole) progress, and my life as a teacher. I think being a little more personal, possibly telling funny stories of children or learning adventures, could be quite entertaining and make me, as the teacher, more personable and approachable.

Who knows. I could be wrong. But I could be right :)

xoxo, k

Thing #2

So I just realized that I'm totally not creative and will probably be naming my posts based off the assignment. How boring lame is that? I guess this post could be titled something more fancy, like "The Divine Creation" (even that sucks), but I'm not in the mood to be creative...

I decided to name my blog "Teaching's a Journey" because that's exactly what my college career has been. One. Long. Journey. It's been a roller coaster. It's been the bumpiest, most curvy road I've ever endured. But it's been an amazing journey. I have met people along the way that I wouldn't trade anything in the world for. I've had experiences that some people may never get to have. I have learned lessons (many the hard way) that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. But now that I have nestled myself in and have my life under control (for the time being), I can sit back and really take in all that this journey has given me. So I thought that title was nothing but fantastic for this particular time in my life.

Now creating it... Was it hard? Not a bit. It actually was quite easy for me. I just played around with things, experimenting to find what I liked best. Over many years of experience with technology, I have learned that if you do something and aren't pleased, there's usually a way of undoing it. This was my blog-creating motto.

About the avatar. Aren't these things ugly? They're horrid. However, I just put on a green shirt (my favorite color) and some khakis (which I never wear, but weren't as ugly as the potential jeans). My usual style. And Fourbucks Starbucks. Ohhh how I love my coffee. Not necessarily spending $4 on a simple latte, but whatever. It's all the same.

I guess I can't post without writing a novel. Sorryboutit.
xoxo, k 

I'm a blogger now?

In order to pass my Instructional Technology class with flying colors, I'm required to make a blog. Yes, I'm an avid "follower" but I never thought I would have my own blog. But, once again in my teaching journey, I have been proven wrong. Creating this blog was in no way hard for me, but mixed with the rest of my classes, trying to keep up on posting has been difficult. So here goes....

Thing #1
For this "Thing" I watched a video about the habits of learning. These habits include things such as: using technology to your advantage; having confidence in yourself as a competent, effective learner; accepting responsibility for your own learning; beginning with the end in mind, etc. 

The one of the habits that I would consider "hardest" for me would be having confidence in myself has a competent, effective learner. I'm a doubter. I always second guess myself. I'm always telling myself that I can't do something, when really, it wouldn't be too hard. This happens in every class for me, I procrastinate until the last minute because I just don't want to have to work on something. I'm getting the hang of it better.

The habit that I would consider "easiest" for me would be using technology to my advantage. I'm the girl that is always finding new websites or apps to make my life easier and make things more understandable. I think for many in my generation, technology is second nature.

I've written a novel now. Oops. Done now :) Have a great day!

xoxo, k