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Technology with Keeks!

Technology and Kiana don't go together.  From 2nd grade typing classes to college level blogging, technology has always been difficult.  What makes it so difficult?  Is it that fact that there's to many components to understand, or the fact that we don't want to take the time to actually learn these components?  I was always the kid who had a question in computer class.  " How do I go back to the other page?".  " How do change my font to the really pretty ones?".  " How do I turn on my computer?". ( All various examples of typical Keeks questions).  Thank heavens I started to pay more attention in computer class because technology has only gotten more advanced.  We use it to write essays, do research, search various problems that keep occurring with our Iphone, even to keep up with the latest Kardashian trends.  Technology surrounds us in so many ways yet most of us don't even know how to use it to the fullest.  Me personally, all I know how to do is type essays, and online shop.  But who needs to know any more!!

In this class I hope to be able to learn exactly how to use a computer.  Computers are only going to get more and more advanced.  The longer I wait to learn, the more behind I will be in the future.  I want this class to teach me how to better understand technology in order to help me achieve in my major.  With Kahoot, quizlet, and even brainpop, technology has always been there to help us learn.  Some of my favorite lessons were taught using online websites as opposed to lectures out of a book.  When times changes so does the way we teach/learn.  Its only natural to want to advance and better not only yourself but the community and people around you.  We can better ourselves by learning more about technology.  I want to be able to create fun power points, learn how to make my own website, maybe even make a major teaching blog! The possibilities are endless.  I'm so  excited to see where this classes takes me this year.

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  1. I am glad you are excited! I am too! I think it is going to be a fun and exciting technologically educational adventure! = )

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