This week we tried to have our class online. At first, I was excited to try it out and then it came to the actual class time. As I was getting ready, I missed the interaction with the other people in the class. The good ol' how was your day, etc. After the first part of class, I was actually beginning to like the online class again because all was going well and I realized I was in my pajamas in my big leather chair, how much better could it be? Then the conference call came. I had was not connected on the conference call and was very frustrated. I could see Louis talking thinking that I was supposed to be hearing him but know that everyone else could hear him. It was like being a caged animal. I was very uncomfortable because I was not sure what was going on. Luckily, Louis called me and another classmate separate and re-explained, but I still felt like I was missing out. I also feel a little lost on some of the assignments because there was no one there for me to double check with, so I decided to get in the car and meet with my group.
I also worked on a software evaluation. Since our district got all new software this year this was a great thing to do. Before we bought the software, I was asked to preview and give feedback informally. I found that doing the actual software evaluation helped me to understand the software even more. I even learned things about the program that I didn't know it could do. It is a detailed process but and important one so that a district can be sure that what the are investing in is worth the time, money and resources.
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That's great that you were able to learn more about the software you guys are working with. That means you will be the person that is able to teach the "just-in-time" moments to the other teachers! WOO HOO Ms. Lippy. Sorry you missed out on the on-line part of class... but I think you visitors made up for it! ;)
Hi Lisa,
I felt the same way you did when you said you missed the interacting with people. I really thought the online class was a neat idea, but I don't think I would like it all the time. I am definitely more of a face-to-face learner. See you Thursday!
Jenny
There are technology "speed bumps" to overcome, but like anything the hurdles can be overcome. I hope you enjoyed the experience.
The software piece was exactly what i was hoping would happen - thanks for sharing that.
I have to say that everytime I open your blog it feels like summer. I'm diggin the green. I was in the same boat as you when it came to the online class. Seeing and not being seen, hearing and to not be heard. It was definitely different. I was definitely thinking about the things Jen said I should do, but I got my property taxes and its not pretty. Ah, Christmas.
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