After reviewing my initial “personal theory of learning” and the learning theories discussed in this course I see some modifications that can be made. In my initial response I focused on my need for my classroom to be an environment open to many styles of learning and include hands-on activities, this course has shown me that my personal learning theory actually aligns more closely to the cognitive and constructionist learning theories. I want my classroom to have student-centered activities and technologies that allow students to become the “teacher” and have an active role in their learning. By utilizing technologies like virtual field trips and Voice Thread, my students will get the opportunity to gain critical thinking skills that will help them in the future workforce.
Two goals I have for my classroom involving technology integration is first to continue to learn about learning technologies for that art classroom by researching educational blogs and seeking out professional development opportunities. My second goal is to ask my principal and PTO to help me attain technology tools for my classroom. Getting student computers and digital cameras for my classroom available for my students to use will make it easier to incorporate lessons and activities that support learning technologies.
