Module 8

It was a relief to find that this particular module was quite brief in comparison to some of the other modules. I am beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel, as I only have two more modules to go! I like the idea of new content coming to you. It saves valuable time and effort. I have not been in the habit of using blogs so I don't know how useful it would be for me personally. However, having said that I can definitely appreciate anything that makes it easier to find, access and retrieve information.

Module 7

I really found this useful!I am continually frustrated when looking for interactive activities at school for classroom use and wasting valuable time. The only downside is that I added the delicious tools to my husband's computer while completing the module at home. When I get back to school I will have to add it the classroom laptop. As teachers I think we sometimes don't get enough time or the right opportunities to share what we are doing or what really works. Delicious priovides us with a unique tool that makes this collaboration possible. The opportunity to read and access others people's reflections was very insightful. It was beneficial to read about how some teachers and colleagues have already integrated these e learning tools into their classroom environment.

Module 6

I really enjoyed this particular module. It was quite easy to develop a mindamap using bubbl.us and set up an account. This particular tool would be useful as a means of assessing students knowledge before a unit of work and after the unit has been completed to ascertain the growth that has occurred. It also provides valuable insight about the student's understanding of a particular topic.The arrows that connect sibling and child bubbles also reveal whether or not a student can connect the main ideas of a particular topic. I think glogster is aimed at students in the latter stages of primary school. Even at this stage it would probably be aimed at higher ability students as it explores public attitudes on complex issues. I feel this learning tool would be more appropriate for high school. The combination of text, pictues, video and audio provide an entertaining and informative presentation of an editorial cartoon.