Through this blog, my journey through Instructional Technology will be recorded as I learn the ins and outs of Web 2.0, blogging, spreadsheets, grade books, etc. Not being a techie by nature, I have already found myself in awe of what a computer can do. Although music majors are generally encouraged to take Music Technology, I am finding that this class will no doubt be as useful in the music classroom, if not more.
One of the beautiful things about being in college is the opportunity to explore so many different ways of thinking, subjects, and career options. As someone who has always known exactly what I wanted to do in life, it was a not a difficult decision to come to college and pursue that goal. Through the simple act of coming to college, I had already done the first two of the 7 1/2 habits of a life-long learner and did not even know it. How cool is that?!
In the video, "7 1/2 Habits of a Life-Long Learner," It was a comfort to know that I am already doing many of the habits of a life-long learner. I love to read, I play instruments, and I am in college constantly expanding my mind. However, there were a couple of the 7 habits that I will have to work on...
The hardest thing for me is having confidence in myself as a competent, effective learner. I have a very bad habit of saying or thinking less than positive things about my education and my abilities. I also find myself viewing problems as crisis rather than as just a challenge to overcome. Of course I remember to play. There is something so special about dropping everything and walking, riding a bike, playing outside, or cooking. However difficult it may be to find time to relax and not work, I will do my best to let the brain rest.
Learning to use the Web 2.0 tools more effectively is very exciting. I certainly know how to use the internet somewhat but I know there are so many more options out there for teaching and learning.
However difficult and frustrating this journey may be, I am certainly excited to embark and make one more step to my final goal of graduating and teaching students the joy of music.
Peace!
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