So I'm taking this class. Computers in Education.
It's a block, which scares the bejeebies out of me because I've been told that requires an amount of discipline I'm not sure I'm capable of. Though now that one class is behind us, I'm a little less worried.
After a lifetime of self-directed computer geekery—and then five years with government sanction in the Navy--I think it's safe to say I'm on the tech-savvy end of the scale. That will certainly simplify things in one regard as I don't know that I'll be required to learn a lot about the how of computers in education. I've probably got most of those bits down already, though I might find some refinement in areas. That would be exciting and my little geeky heart cheers at the prospect.
On the education side of things, I am quite excited to be exploring new areas. I'm sure every generation says this, but to see kids using this latest technological leap like it's always been there is amazing to me and I can't wait to train up these future geeks in the ways of computer magic.
Other thoughts on the class? Well, having a four page paper assigned the first day of class is nothing new, though having it due the second day is. Happily, writing is another skill I count among my talents so I'm not freaking out as much as I'm sure some of my classmates are.
Overall, I'm far less worried about my success this class than I was before the first day, and far more excited about what's coming down the line.
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Sounds like you'll do fine in this class! I'm glad you're not worried. Thanks for the feedback about the paper--usually there is more time when not constrained by the block. Everything else is project-based.
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