“Creative energy boost” would best describe my learning experience with Library Learning 2.0.
The need for a significant number of recertification points led me to it, a fortunate chain of events. The situation both forced me and allowed me to take the time to investigate a lot of things I had been hearing about but had not gotten around to trying. The format worked well for my learning style and for working when time was available. I like the way it guides without the pressure to use or adopt everything mentioned. I have found myself stopping anyone who happens to come through the library to share my latest discoveries. Each tool or resource has made me think of someone who could use it, even if I might not.
I would love to see SCPS Professional Development make Classroom Learning 2.0 available to our teachers. No matter how much we preach, model, etc., some of our colleagues just cannot be convinced that they have the time or need to explore new technology on their own. If we could lure them with points (the next best thing to money), we would have a better chance to convert them.
So glad you joined this workshop and congratulations on completing the tasks! No matter the motivation, this course was designed well to get users searching and investigating tools they might put to good use.
ReplyDeleteSince there are so many web tools, and more created constantly, using them can be overwhelming. Even the frustrating parts of this course, since it was designed a number of years ago, lead participants to do more of their own exploration and learning.
Here's hoping more of us will continue taking time to keep up the exploration, and inspire others to also.
I agree! I think teachers would love an experience like the one we've had with this during the summer!
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