Module Reflection #10

After putting my ePortfolio together, I am in awe of how much we have completed and learned in this short amount of time. Even though we had tons of new things to learn and execute, the pacing of this course was just right. We had two weeks to complete each module, but it did not take two weeks (at most, it was like 3 days to complete the module). Thanks to Professor Rubal, we were pushed to learn new technology concepts like Computational Thinking and how Technology should be used in the classroom. Since I grew up in the generation of technology, most of the assignments we had to do were not completely new, but I am glad I got to explore it more in-depth. I cannot wait to use what we learned in this class, in my classroom. For example, using Google Sheets for grade book documentation and having formulas easily map out the averages and statistics of the whole class. Or having everything in QR codes, so students can easily navigate classroom materials. With the multitude of resources out there, I am glad this course provided the essentials. The last assignment ✓, the last class ✓, the first semester of Masters ✓.

Module Reflection #9

For my game/puzzle assignment, I chose to use the online PuzzleMaker, because I have used all the other game sites and want to use something new. I have never made an online puzzle before, so this was pretty cool to learn. The site was pretty easy to use and navigate around. The only thing I didn't like about this was how it did not allow for two words. For example, in the word search, I could not have the word "Ski Jumping" because it would be separated into "Ski" and "Jumping". If I really wanted them to be together, I would have done "skijumping" but it just looked messy in the words area. Also, the puzzle kinda looks lame and dull. 

This Google Form activity was pretty straightforward. I have used Google Forms many times before, and I just love how easy it is to use and how it compiles all the information for you in the spreadsheet. I did my survey on Code.org and was fascinated by the number of backers from the Tech World. Since they are a non-profit organization, they function off of donations. Some of their biggest backers ($10,000,000+ contribution) include Microsoft, Facebook, and Amazon. 

We have made it to the final assignment, the ePortfolio! For my EDIT 4510 class, I also made my ePortfolio on Google Sites. So this assignment was not too bad since I already had practice navigating around it. 

Module Reflection #8

I love using the Adobe Suite, but I have never used Adobe Spark. After checking out Adobe Spark, I have found that it is an all-in-one platform! You can design logos, make videos, posters, and more. I love how Adobe Spark Video helps you choose your theme and helps you structure your videos. I chose the Story Theme, and it had 7 questions to help piece my story together. I went to Strawberry Picking for my boyfriend's birthday last week, and because of this assignment, I was able to put a small video together. Other video creating platforms I have used include iMovie, Adobe Premiere, and Filmora. 

I love love love spreadsheets! Literally, my Google Drive is filled with Google sheets of all things! I made a stock tracker, a habit counter, student attendance, birthday sheets, you name it. The first spreadsheet assignment was pretty simple. I think I should be an account... anyway, I love it when technology and formulas do all the work for us! The second spreadsheet assignment was pretty interesting. Since we had to do it ourselves, it was a little bit more tricky. I kept wondering, "am I doing this right???". I didn't overthink it, literally just followed the directions, and remembered how to type in the formula from spreadsheet 1. Overall, it was fun and I think I should look for a job that involves computational thinking!