Hi Marilyn here. I just got my book today, so will try to comment on it before the end of the week.
I just started a new job today and will be developing some training for them. It's a challenge to find work - - - even with the 20+ years of experience in curriculum development I have under my belt - - -without current technologies and hands-on experience with a variety of software. I am really hoping this course will help me gain some of that hands-on stuff. I have acknowledged that I have to return to school in some capacity to update my skills, and am counting on this course to help me figure out exactly what that training should be.
My thoughts so far . . . it's a little overwhelming the way jargon and references to apps and software packages are thrown out there by those of you who've been around technology a while :} I have come to really appreciate those comments that also contain a little bit of explanation or context so I have a clue what is being talked about.
Looking forward to getting to know some of you over the next few weeks and months . . .
Hi Marilyn, Joy here (from your pedagogy first! cohort). Even though I've around technology all the time, I haven't dived in as much as is necessary for this course. This is why I'm joining the group, but I just thought I'd let you know I've shared your sense of overwhelm from time to time this week with the techno speak.
ReplyDeletePedagogy first! reminds me of traveling. But instead of it being obvious that you have to learn new words and ways of understanding when you’re far from home, it can appear as if it's our culture we don't understand. And others can easily assume we already understand what is spoken.
For me it makes good sense that I don't yet feel at home here (yet). So I keep thinking of traveling, which I love to do, in case that metaphor is helpful for you. When I travel I pack curiosity, humility and the willingness to ask for help. Your post reminded me to make sure I take these out.
And I’m glad to be joining you on this road!