Thing #1

              As educators it is our goal to create life long learners in our students. To understand this powerful responsibility we must already be a life long learner.  The 7 ½ Habits offer and interpretation of what it takes to be a successful learner.  I found each of theses habits an important step. Becoming and successful learner would require one to have a balance of each one. I contemplated them all and tried to find which one is easiest.  Habit 7 is the easiest for me.  Teaching and mentoring has always been a part of who I am.  I love to teach and mentor.   This habit is easy for me because I relate to my students and search for a connection that will allow the students to experience success. The intrinsic reward for the time spend on each student will last a lifetime.

 I was surprised to see Habit 4.  Confidence in learning is not a trait that I thought would be in the Habits. Even though I am a strong believer that if you have confidence and try your best you will be successful at anything you do.  With that being said I did not appreciate the importance of this habit in life long learning.  Personally, having confidence is easier said than done. I often find myself questioning my choices and being nervous no matter how well prepared I am.  The 7 ½ Habits have opened my eyes and prompted me to set a new goal.  I will relax and believe that I am a confident life long learner.  I can do this!

Technology has become an essential part of our lives.  During the first day of class everyone talked about what technology they could not live without.  It is clear that we all have become accustom to the ability to stay connected.  The change in technology and 2.0 tools has made instant connect ability possible .  It has also changed the way we use the web. We are no longer passive searchers of the web. With the use of 2.0 tools, we are active contributors of interactive resources.  We have become reliant on these tools to live, learn, and teach.  

Recently I was asked to create a blog.  Even though I am somewhat tech savvy, I experienced feelings of anxiety.  I had no idea what the expectations were going to be.  My fears began to disappear as I began to follow the process.  This has been a fun experience.  The knowledge I have gained playing with 2.O tools will help me be better prepared as a teacher and a learner.  I am looking forward to the next step in the journey of the 2.0 World!