The past two weeks have been exhilarating. When I try to explain this program to others, I become giddy and excitable. I'm sure these people think something is wrong with me when I rave about the ELC and the assignments I've been asked to complete. I am enjoying the various ways we are learning about and connecting with each other - discussion threads, group forums, video presentations, etc. Everyone brings such a unique perspective to this cohort, and I feel special to be a part of it. I expect this program to be rigorous, demanding, supportive and encouraging – all at the same time. I hope it doesn’t take me too long to develop efficient work strategies.
I'm still learning how to navigate the ELC. I'm having trouble being productive while navigating through the discussion threads, but I think I just need more practice. Hopefully one day, I will be able to hit 'reply' to a post and see the original post in the same window. For now, I will continue to copy and paste posts so I don't lose track of who I am responding to. I am enjoying the ‘to-do’ checklist in the ELC that keeps track of my assignments. I need to get into a routine of entering all of the to-dos in my weekly calendar as well.
I'm glad that feedback on the ELC is welcome and encouraged. I'm not used to working with people who want feedback in order to better meet my needs. Everyone from JHU has been very friendly, helpful and responsive. I know I made the right choice to get involved in this program. ISTE is quickly approaching and I can't wait to meet my classmates in person.
I'm still learning how to navigate the ELC. I'm having trouble being productive while navigating through the discussion threads, but I think I just need more practice. Hopefully one day, I will be able to hit 'reply' to a post and see the original post in the same window. For now, I will continue to copy and paste posts so I don't lose track of who I am responding to. I am enjoying the ‘to-do’ checklist in the ELC that keeps track of my assignments. I need to get into a routine of entering all of the to-dos in my weekly calendar as well.
I'm glad that feedback on the ELC is welcome and encouraged. I'm not used to working with people who want feedback in order to better meet my needs. Everyone from JHU has been very friendly, helpful and responsive. I know I made the right choice to get involved in this program. ISTE is quickly approaching and I can't wait to meet my classmates in person.
Brooke,
ReplyDeleteI’m glad you are so giddy! I love the enthusiasm and excitement that comes with the start of a new cohort. Just remember his excitement when it gets to be January and you are about to lose it. There will come a time when you feel overworked and exhausted. Push through because it’s worth it! The ELC is a wonderful tool so I’m glad you are happy with it. I agree that they need to fix the issue with seeing the last post you are responding to! Good luck in the next year.