Journal+Reflection+Module+6

// **Reflection Prompt 6:** //**How did understanding the standards and the pre-comp verification help you design your FE plan? How can you use your ePortfolio to help others understand how to integrate technology more effectively in the classroom?**

// **Description:** // The focus of module 6 was on the development of a Field Experience plan for the Instructional Technology Program. We discussed different types of artifacts and experiences that could be used in the Field Experience plan, according to the NET-S and ISTE standards. It also highlighted how to upload artifacts to Tk20 to fulfill course requirements and assessment throughout the master's program.

// **Impact:** // When thinking about my own Field Experience plan, I struggled to nail down types of technology and technological experiences that would fit into the standards. I have found that even though I am using technology, the way in which I use it can sometimes not be justified by the standards. Other times, I use technology and don't realize that I am fulfilling the standards with its use. In creating my Field Experience plan, I had to be very creative and reflect upon not only my teaching style, but also my use of technology in the past, present, and future.

// **Intent:** // One area that I would like to develop further through my Field Experience plan is becoming more involved as a technology leader and collaborating with my colleagues. I would like to become a volunteer on the technology committee. I will be looking into this at my school in order to fulfill this requirement. By being a member of this committee, not only will I benefit, but my colleagues will also benefit. I can be a "helping hand" to those who are in need to integrating technology but don't know where to start. I can also learn from them because I would like the committee to be a collaboration where different people offer different experiences with technology. Overall, with such a push towards the integration of technology, I need to be proactive and making sure my colleagues and myself are well prepared to adapt to these changes. The Field Experience plan is my first step.