Blog Post 6

I've used a ton of academic software as a student, which has allowed me to decide what programs and tools would be best to implement in the classroom. In my experience, Microsoft OneNote and Google Docs have been the best educational tools. I use them on a near-daily basis. Both software would be more effective for middle and high school students. OneNote is for taking clean, fast notes, which is needed for classes with dense information. Sometimes, writing notes on paper isn't fast or organized enough. Google Docs is effective for note-taking as well, but also for writing essays and outlines. Google Docs can be easily shared and saved amongst people. Both programs can be used on PCs and Macs, which make them more accessible.

I followed a lot of other teachers and educational twitter accounts so far. I've participated in a twitter thread that asked what the best age group of students to work with was, which opened up a larger discussion. I tweeted about my feelings towards my assignments, my educational experiences, and the technology I often use. Twitter has a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere that I admire. People can be more authentic and casual there! I can communicate with other aspiring teachers, like my classmates, and with people that have been teaching for years. In the future, it might be interesting to communicate with other teachers across America and internationally. It is also an interesting cultural platform that could keep me informed about the world.

I commented on Kinsley's blog and Kathryn's blog. :P