Thing 23

1. What were your favorite discoveries or exercises on this learning journey?

Oh, I had so many faves! Setting up my blog was very exciting! Learning about Flickr, mashups and 3rd party sites, RSS feeds, on-line image generators, LibraryThing, Delicious, wikis, Livemocha, TeacherTube, and Nings were my top favorite discovery exercises.

2. How has this program assisted or affected your lifelong learning goals?

This course has allowed me to see how Library 2.0 connects us and allows for better communication, support, and collaboration. I see my place now in Library 2.0 as a teacher and learner. I will continue to implement many of the 23 Things to further my learning as a person and teacher as well as supplement my students' learning.

3. Were there any take-a-ways or unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?

Yes, I was extremely pleased and surprised at how user-friendly this course was! I consider my technological skills to be developing so I was slightly curious as to whether I could "hang with the players." I found the 23 things to be well organized, explained well, and applicable to my second graders. Also, I felt supported by the Kickball Captain, VWB, and found the videos from the CommonCraft guys very helpful.

4. What could we do differently to improve upon this program's format or concept?

I honestly can't think of any improvements. The format was low-pressure, informative, and supportive! The district should be very proud of this course. I applaud the creators!

5. If we offered another discovery program like this in the future, would you choose to participate?

Yes, yes, yes!

6. How would you describe your learning experience in ONE WORD or in ONE SENTENCE, so we could use your words to promote 23 Things learning activities?

23 Things was overwhelmingly eye-opening, informative, user-friendly, and realistic for classroom applications!