Final Reflection
Like it or not, technology is no longer an optional enhancement but an absolute necessity to library programming, marketing, and communication. After all, the library is no longer just a library; it’s now a media-technology center or learning commons. Current times call for current tools, and as a leader on campus, it is our job to lead the helm of exploration and incorporation of technology. At the beginning of the course, I thought I was adequately prepared to take on this component of a librarian’s job role. I use technology daily in my current position and am constantly seeking out new tools to introduce to my students or use creatively in my lessons. However, much of the tools I had explored on my own prior to this course were introduced by word of mouth from colleagues. Many of the tools used in this course were not ones I had heard of before and may not have otherwise, but they are perfect tools to use in the library. I am excited to think of all the ways I can utilize them in my future library. Of course, it wasn’t always sunshine and rainbows trying out these new tools. Podcasts were a particular frustration, because there’s so much that goes into them and the sites I tried were difficult to use. I’m still not 100 % sold on using podcasts, but I think this is due to the fact I haven’t yet mastered them. As with anything else, there will be hurdles to overcome with tech tools, but education relies so heavily on technology, we must quickly adapt. By the end of the course, I can confidently say that I feel adequately prepared to purposefully use tech tools. Check out my Buncee Board below for more details and final reflective thoughts on my experience in this course.
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Ms. Payne, you've mirrored my sentiments of the course to the "t"! I also had a great time with the modules and activities that as you mentioned. Our technological toolbelt has now increase and it is for the better of our students! I was not familiar with Buncee, and I am now motivated to use it. I already have ideas to use it with, thanks!
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