Blog Post #2

     I have practically used Microsoft Word all my life as a student. I remember knowing how to use MS Word at an early age, probably as early as first grade. In elementary school, we had Technology Lab for a Related Arts course where we practiced typing and using Microsoft tools like Word. Throughout middle and high school, certain teachers allowed us to use MS Word to type out essays instead of write them out manually. At FSU, I have used Word for quite a few assignments. Recently, assignments have been transitioned to be turned in digitally through programs like Canvas, so MS Word is used more frequently for these assignments. I have used Google Docs and Pages a few times (per assignment requirements), but I prefer Microsoft Word as I have used it since I was very young and have become very comfortable working with it. 

    The ISTE standard that is most meaningful to me is the Collaborator standard. As an educator, I believe it is extremely important to not only teach material to the students but to also collaborate and engage with them while doing so. This sets a positive example and influence to both the educator and the students. Engaging with students can help educators co-learn, discover, share ideas, and reflect on any mistakes or issues. Collaboration will also give the students a sense of relationship with their teacher and help them to get more comfortable with communication and cooperation. 

    I believe the label of "digital native" for today's youth is accurate because most of us were born at the beginning of technology use and grew up around technology. However, not everyone is the same "level" per se. I think each person's level of digital expertise depends on how often they use it in their everyday lives. As a child, I was more likely to play outdoors with my friends or play with my toys rather than stare at an iPad screen. The only times I would utilize technology outside of the classroom were to record silly videos of myself. As I grew up, however, technology became more prominent in my life, like when I got my first phone in 6th grade. Suddenly a few years later, submitting assignments for school transitioned into digital through Canvas. I had no choice but to teach myself how to incorporate certain digital tools into my assignments. For my future students, I want them to be able to utilize technology when necessary. However, if possible, I want to focus on more hands-on, interactive activities that are right in front of them in real life. 

    

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  1. Blog Post 1September 17, 2024 at 7:00 AM

    It's very interesting the level of experience you had using word. I don't remember using word until at least junior high. My county relied heavily on google resources such as: docs, slides, and classroom.

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  2. KateSeptember 19, 2024 at 7:41 AM

    I like the ISE standard that you picked as the one most meaningful to you. I agree that as future educators it is important to not just teach material but also practice collaboration and engagement. I like your thinking that collaboration will set a positive example and establish a strong relationship between students and their teacher. I have always enjoyed collaboration in school so I think this standard is very important.

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