"It is with more than a little sadness that I write this final, formal email to all of you as a group" as Jodi has just sent to us...
So, this is it... I will start my "formal" reflection on the actual course.
Although I found it REALLY hard (due to my family "duties"), I must admit it was WORTH every minute I spent on studying and working for it! I've learnt about tools I didn't even know they existed! The instructors' "insistence" on working-experimenting on them was really rewarding for me as it made me feel better and more comfortable at using technology for teaching purposes. Among the tools, I found particularly useful Rubistar (and Quizstar-I found out about it myself!) because rubrics will help my students understand what exactly I want from them, Webquest as it is a great tool for creating and organizing projects, ANVILL, as it is an interesting and exciting way for students to start using their English, the Interactive PPT (I just LOVED the way I could have links on it!) and last but not least the Delicious tool where I can save my favourite tools!
As for the "informal" part now, I must say that I wouldn't make it (for sure!!) without the continuous support from Jodi and Celeste (sorry for my bothering you!) and Marija (I still believe that I was a lousy partner). Mane thanks to Jeff who answered ALL my questions about ANVILL,and to Courtney who suggested a very clever way of using PPT!
What can I say about my classmates... You were ALL really kind and helpful and ready to share your wisdom with me... I feel a much richer person now not only in knowledge but also in friends (among the most valuable riches!!). I wish I could comment on everyone's blogs and posts but it was just impossible!!! (Blogging has proved a perfect idea as it helped us express our thoughts and feelings and get to know each other better!)
Last (but not least) a big "thank you" to my husband and 3 kids who really put up with my "absence" sometimes. I am sure they knew it was worth it!! Keep in touch!! I know I will!!
GEORGIA
ReplyDeleteOf course we made a lot of friends here! Yes it was impossible to write in all partners blogs, I hope you keep yours, so I can visit you here in virtual from time to time, thank you for your advices, and see you around.
your Mexican friend. Poncho
I will try to keep posting on this blog Poncho!! Even articles from other sites!!!
DeleteSee you around my Mexican friend with the lovely hair!!!!
Hello Georgia!
ReplyDeleteI understand perfectly well how sometimes difficult it was for you to study with three children!!! I have only one and still I had so many late nights doing the assignments! So, I think you did a great job, your husband and children should be very proud of their wife and mother!!! I hope we will meet on Facebook.
See you, Victoria
Victoria, we are "facebook" friends now so I am sure we will definitelt be in touch!!!
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Georgia,
ReplyDeleteWe made it!!! :)
Simply wanted to thank you for all your advice and motivation. You have been a brilliant classmate, and I can tell you are a lovely person as well. Your students have been very lucky to have you! Please keep in touch. I'd love to hear from you from time to time. Best wishes in your project!
Kind regards,
Jess
"You 've got a friend in me" Jess!!
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Take care!
Hi Georgia,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your experiences so sincerely. Although it's really sad that the course is over, I'm sure your family are happy to have you back :) Enjoy the summer and lets keep in touch!
Ruta
Hi Ruta!
DeleteI will definitely try to enjoy this summer and get some rest!! And, I WILL keep in touch!!
Take care!!
It has been great, hasn't it, Georgia! Thank you for all your great input in the discussions and on blogs. You have definitely been a great friend to all. Don't hesitate to keep "bothering" me!!!
ReplyDeleteJodi
Jodi...
ReplyDeleteI am sure you WILL REGRET saying this!!! Hahaha!!! Thanks a lot for your great support!!!
Hi Georgia!
ReplyDeleteSeeing each of your post is fun. You always attach interesting and related videoclip.
Thank you for your support!
I love videoclips Hermanto!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your future classes! And don't forget that you 've got a friend in Greece!