First Post

This is my first experience using blogger, so please be patient with me. I have pretty limited formal experience with technology. I somehow managed to wiggle my way out of every computer and typing class I've ever had to take. However, I have experimented with different programs and learned some very basic HTML on my own. I am familiar with the basic features of power point and how to set one up. I have also played around with different website building programs such as geocities, and have a basic idea of how such programs work.

In this class I hope to gain a better understanding of Microsoft excel. I had to do two projects using it last semester in my sociology class and it was a HUGE struggle for me. I also hope to learn different ways that I can incorporate technology into the younger classroom. I am an elementary education major and would like to learn different ways to use technology with elementary aged children.

From the learning styles activity I learned that I am an active learner. This seems very accurate as I am the kind of person who likes to DO things to learn rather than just listen and take notes. I also enjoy hearing the opinions of others and working together to come to a conclusion. This activity said that I am an intuitive learner which seems accurate. However my results showed that I was right about in the middle of the two which surprised me. I also learned that I am a visual learner by a significant amount. I personally tend to learn something better when I am able to either see it in person or through charts and diagrams, as opposed to just text. Finally I learned that I am a sequential learner which surprised me. Although the results showed I was almost right in the middle. I would definitely consider myself more of a global learner.