Ed Tech Program

This is my second time in this program, and both have been full of new and interesting things for me to learn. One year is so fast, and we are done; when I think about what happened, a few important things come to mind.

The Ed Tech program taught me everything I needed about technology and how it can be used in different settings. The program created a safe learning place where people were urged to work together and try new things. This allowed me to explore new ideas and ways to use technology in library programs.

The class covered many different topics, but some were especially hard. For example, it was hard for me to use Nearpod. I created a few lessons, and when I submitted my final work, the code still didn't work. But these problems turned into chances to learn and grow because they pushed me to learn more about the subject and gain new skills.

The most important thing I learned in the class was how important it is to be able to change with the times. Technology is always changing, and as PSS employees, we need to be ready to adjust and welcome it to best meet the needs of our students. Adopting a mindset of constant learning and change has helped me stay up to date on new tools and ideas for education.

The Ed Tech program has significantly enhanced my role as a library Aide. It has equipped me with practical knowledge and skills in technology by improving library services. This program has empowered me to better serve our students and support lifelong learning initiatives.

The Ed Tech program gives me the skills and information I need to do well in a world that is becoming increasingly digital. I'm excited to use these new ideas and skills to encourage creativity and high standards in education.

Instructional Design with Technology (End of Course 4 Reflection)

Technology must be used in educational design in today's digital world to make learning experiences that are both interesting and useful. As a library assistant, one of my main jobs is to find out what learners want and need so they can remember knowledge better and support variety. Adding shared tools to online platforms can help teachers promote engaging and peer-to-peer learning, making the classroom more lively and interesting. It is also important to make sure that all students, including those with disabilities, can fully join in the learning process by adding accessibility features to teaching tools. Educators can keep changing lesson plans to make them more interesting and useful for all of their students by making decisions from data. Lastly, technology makes it possible to make learning experiences that are new, open, and important to the changing digital world.

 I've found a lot of useful tools and websites that help me meet the needs of our students. Some of these are interactive tools for learning, like NearPod and Padlet, that get students involved and help them work together. I've also added feedback and poll tools, such as poll Google forms, to get book suggestions to purchase. Apps like Kahoot and Quizziz have been very helpful for learning new things through fun activities. I love using Canva and Postermywall to create banners, programs, and more. These tools have made the library's services better and helped make it a place where everyone can learn and feel encouraged, even students with different learning needs.

I want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can help students learn and be more interested in school. Being a Librarian Aide, it is very important for me to learn more about AI's powers since it is being used more and more in our school. Staying up to date on technology changes and making the best possible educational experiences for our students will require us to learn effective ways to incorporate AI into our learning.

Student Tech Product Reflection

 

The journey through the Ed Tech Student Product has been enlightening and transformative. As I work at the library, engaging with various student products has expanded my toolkit and reshaped how I interact with technology in my work and personal learning environments.

Some of the standout tech products I learned about include Canva and Postermywall for group collaboration, and these tools will bring out your creativity. Interactive whiteboard for interactive learning.  I've learned new ways to improve the services I offer at the library.

Numerous benefits can be gained from using these tools.  They foster a greater sense of connectivity among our students and staff, simplify research processes, and offer innovative ways for delivering instructions and resources remotely.

Regardless, incorporating tech goods for students does present some difficulties.  Concerns about the dependability and safety of cloud-based services, the high learning curve that comes with understanding new technologies, and the cost of keeping subscriptions for premium resources are some of the most important.

We can't deny that these tools can improve library services and give our students more technological power.  The things I've learned will change how I approach and promote technology in our library as I continue my job.

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