Tool #11 Reflections

1. What are your favorite tools you now have in your personal technology toolbox? Briefly describe a particular activity that you will plan for your students using at least one of these new tools.

Some of my favorite tools include Digital Storytelling.  I look forward to using this to share special times with my class.  I've always wanted to use this as a way to show the parents and the kids all that they have learned throughout the year.  I want the kids to create real life stories which will definitely tie in well with writer's workshop.  I am also going to enjoy using tool #3 the generators and mashups.  I love wordle, bookr, image chef, and Flickr.  The kids are going to enjoy exploring these.
2. How have you transformed your thinking about the learning that will take place in your classroom?
I can see how technology is a huge part of being a 21st century learner.  I have learned so much in writing this blog. I am glad for the experience even though it took me a while to get started.  I'm excited to get started with my class and show them the great technology we will be using in our classroom. 
3. Were there any unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?
I'm surprised that I'm almost finished with my 11 tools.  No, I'm surprised that the more tools I completed, the more I enjoyed what I had just learned.  I realize there will be some glitches along the way but I know they can be worked out with time.  I found so many cool ways to get creative with technology and I can actually use these to teach in all subjects.