Reflection
Some key areas in which I learned new skills/information about technology this semester would be podcasting, blogging, and using media in a way to create and educate. Also, watching videos throughout the semester informed me about important subjects like how copyright effects music educators, iTunes U, adding audio and music notation using Embed codes, and other music education related topics.
The key areas in which I increased my knowledge about integrating technology into my teaching would be through developing a base in which I can incorporate my thoughts and lessons with resources for teaching. Having sources such as Youtube and presentations like screen and podcasts can be such valuable in class and out of class tools for students of any age.
Of all the topics we addressed this semester, I would’ve liked to learn more about the different ways there are to blog. I would have liked to know about more resources for blogging and the different ways in which a student can connect to other students through blogging.
Throughout my K-12 schooling, teachers used technology in a completely different way. I’m not sure if primitive is the right word to use, but I remember projectors being the main use of technology in the classroom. In high school, the Internet became more of an involved tool in the classroom. In high school, Garageband came out. However, this semester at Berklee College of Music, I have learned so much from using technology. Not only have I utilized sites for activities involving subjects like ear training and harmony, but I have created music and established connections with other students through sites like berkleemusic.com and LinkedIn.
My attitude towards technology now is a much more open minded and positive one. Being aware of the fast growing use of technology in my generation, I have attained as much knowledge as I can on ways to incorporate it in my daily life. Through blogs, videos, streams, and other sites, I have found new music, learning methods, and ways to combine music education with technology. I can definitely see the positive influence of technology on the future of music education and encourage students to utilize the internet in such a way that they gain knowledge on subjects that may not be taught in the classroom or outside of school.
The key areas in which I increased my knowledge about integrating technology into my teaching would be through developing a base in which I can incorporate my thoughts and lessons with resources for teaching. Having sources such as Youtube and presentations like screen and podcasts can be such valuable in class and out of class tools for students of any age.
Of all the topics we addressed this semester, I would’ve liked to learn more about the different ways there are to blog. I would have liked to know about more resources for blogging and the different ways in which a student can connect to other students through blogging.
Throughout my K-12 schooling, teachers used technology in a completely different way. I’m not sure if primitive is the right word to use, but I remember projectors being the main use of technology in the classroom. In high school, the Internet became more of an involved tool in the classroom. In high school, Garageband came out. However, this semester at Berklee College of Music, I have learned so much from using technology. Not only have I utilized sites for activities involving subjects like ear training and harmony, but I have created music and established connections with other students through sites like berkleemusic.com and LinkedIn.
My attitude towards technology now is a much more open minded and positive one. Being aware of the fast growing use of technology in my generation, I have attained as much knowledge as I can on ways to incorporate it in my daily life. Through blogs, videos, streams, and other sites, I have found new music, learning methods, and ways to combine music education with technology. I can definitely see the positive influence of technology on the future of music education and encourage students to utilize the internet in such a way that they gain knowledge on subjects that may not be taught in the classroom or outside of school.