Strengths and Weaknesses

              I think one area of weakness I have is NET Standard IV: A, “apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.” Utilizing technology as an assessment resource is something that I would like to work on. I feel that there are a lot of opportunities for me as a future educator but I need to be comfortable enough to actually use it in my classroom. I’ve said before that I want my classroom to be a place where students enjoy learning and I think allowing them to use different forms of assessment will create such an environment. I found a short professional development course in UEN on creating educational games. I think this would help me discover new ways to assess my students by incorporating technology into the test.

                Another area of weakness is continuing to take classes on technology after I receive my degree. This is NET Standard V: A, “use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.” I really want to continue learn about new programs and ways to utilize technology in my classroom and I hope that I can do that even after I start my career as a teacher. I found quite a few tutorials on UEN that will help me understand different resources. I also know that a lot of community colleges have short classes on computer programs that could enhance my understanding. My goal is to take courses or allow time to research new programs whenever I can.

                However, I feel that I also have a lot of strengths as far as the NET Standards go as well. Growing up around computers has given me a better understanding of computers than I otherwise would have. I think I am well versed in Standard I which “Technology Operations and Concepts.” This knowledge also helps me to do better in Standard VI which is on the social, ethical and legal aspects of technology.  I’m not sure I’ll ever have a perfect understanding of technology because it is constantly changing. However, I hope that I can maintain a level of understanding that will allow me to help my future students become acquainted with technology and help them apply to their own lives.