DanaKennely

ddiloren@kent.edu dkennele@highlandschools.org
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My favorite personal/professional use of technology
I might not be a tech junkie but I do use a variety of technologies, however my favorite would have to be good old fashion Email! I can be in touch with people I might not be able to access during regular working hours. I don't answer my phone in my classroom when kids are there so if a family memeber sends me an emil I can respond during lunch, before or afterschool when they might not be available. Also, when someone askes a question via email I have more time to think about my response and, if necessary, gather additional information before I respond.

The most frustrating aspect of using "technology"
Attempting to learn a new technology with minimal support, training and it is not self explanitory. I just tried VIZZLE on a 90 day free trial and spend many hours attempting to learn it. I finally decided that it would take me the full 90 days working around the clock to figure out the basics. When I have experiences like this it makes me apprehensive to try every new technology I hear about because if Im going to invest a ton of time learning how to use it I want it to be practical, and meaningful and preferably something that I can use for multiple types of applications both personal and professional.

Hi Dana, Thanks for responding to these questions in a timely fashion. This is Greta Powell (one of the presenters). I am going to read your personal pages throughout the sessions to provide feedback as needed. Please feel free to leave questions on your personal page or mine. You can also leave questions on other presenters's personal pages if you have a question just for them. I agree that email is vital use of technology. It's a great way to respond to parents. I have never tried VIZZLE, but I know it is costly, so I am glad you are taking advantage of trying it for free to see if could work. Sometimes programs are complicated. Many programs are capable of doing the same things, it's just finding the right one that is comfortable for you and you can do it in an efficient amount of time. Don't forget to include your vision statement.-OOPS! I did forget!

Vision Statement- I want to use more technology to provide increased learning opportunities, assist in planning and communicate with families.

skype address: dana.kenneley

I have used my flip camera for a few different purposes over the last month or so. One thing is taking clips of kids to share with parents both for them to share joint experiences asynchronously to encourage language. Also, I have a little guy who has been loaned a power chair. His mom has been reluctant about him using anything other than a walker. When I could show her how excited he was about exploring the chair and how it lead to more interactions with his peers she did seem more open about the idea.

4-23 HOORAY!! I am finally able to go in and add and edit!