Reflection of eLearning so far in EDUC250

To date, we have been presented with numerous challenges designed to lead us toward the goal of becoming effective online educators.  I have at times felt overwhelmed, challenged, confused, excited, frustrated, encouraged, and successful as I have taken this learning journey.  In truth though, I can unequivocally state that this has been one of the most wonderful journeys I've ever taken!  I think this is so because 100% of the course material was new to me!

Thanks to the step by step guidance of a very skillful instructor, I am nearing the end of the learning path with valuable skills of my own!  These skills:  using a variety of Search Engines, posting to class Discussion Boards, posting to Diigo, responding critically to the work of other students, working collaboratively with a classmate to develop a Google Presents document, learning to use Voice Thread, Wikis, Google Blogger, Animoto, Jing/Screencast, as well as designing an activity for an online Learning Module are among my many take-aways from EDUC250--Introduction to eLearning.

As a future online teacher, I will be able to select appropriate online tools supporting the learning outcomes I set for my students;  I will be able to search quickly and effectively for needed information using Advanced Search techniques on any of the many Web Search Engines; I will be able to create meaningful Learning Modules for my students containing clear directions, assessment rubrics and step by step instructions; and I will know how to teach about copyright laws and plagiarism so that my students will be effective online students producing quality products.  Creating a professional online presence is another among my developing skills. Using my own ePortfolio as an example, I will be able to show my students how to do the same for themselves.  It is never too soon to learn how to present oneself professionally!

Wow, thats a lot of learning!!