Thing 2

Since technology and Web 2.0 evolve very fast, it can be difficult to keep up sometimes. I find it intersting that new things emerge, some may say they have no real value and are just social in nature, but then someone starts using it for marketing and the world follows suit. Following closely behind are those who can figure out how to use these skills to reach their students, which is great. The rate at which Web 2.0 is advancing is going to make it difficult for those without solid computer skills to be able to keep up in the future job market. I hope we, as educators, can acquire the needed tools and training to be able to prepare our students for an ever-changing web world.

Thing 1

Generally speaking, I do get excited about learning new things ... especially if I get to teach those things later. I enjoy teaching a variety of material instead of the same topics every year, which is easier to teach but boring for me. I believe the most challenging habit for me will be #1 "Being with the end in mind". It's not like I am void of goals, but regarding technology, I have been taking it as it comes as I try to keep up! The easiest habit for me is #2 "Accept responsibility for your own learning". I expect this habit from my students and truly believe it has served me well throughout my life. I would assume the most important habit for me will be #6 "Use technology to your advantage", since most of my students are totally immersed and fluent in the latest and greatest technologies.