Reflecting on my GAME plan

As another Walden course comes to a close, I feel confident and strong as an educator. With the new tips and tools I have gained throughout this course, I know that I can create a more engaging environment in which my students can thrive. By increasing the amount of technology integration through authentic project/problem based learning activities, my students will become more creative, better problem solvers, and cooperative learners, fit for 21st century living.

When I consider the immediate and future impact the tools presented in this course will have on my classroom, I am certain that digital storytelling will become a focus and regular project option. In addition, my classroom wiki will be given an update, and more wiki pages will be created for student collaboration and publication. As we come to the close of the school year, computer access is nearly impossible to gain; however, I intend to incorporate a final project based activity and additional creative opportunities for students to explore the curriculum and make personal connections with the material. I am very excited to plan new lessons over the summer to incorporate new technological tools, including a new smart board, student cell phones, and digital media tools. I dream of a day in which my classroom could possibly have a set of computers for student use. It can't be too far away, can it? Until then, I will continue to forge ahead into the present and future of technology and bring as many aspects as I can into the classroom. Hopefully, the "powers that be" will recognize the importance of student networking and collaboration online, and lift the ban for blogs, youtube, teachertube, and all other sites that could enhance learning and student engagement.