Journal Entry #2

When users want to use an LMS, one of the biggest things is it needs to be user-friendly. Research says that when sites are too complicated, users won't return. I also think that when creating a LMS, it needs to be visually friendly and easy to read. If things aren't visually appealing and organized it will be harder for people to use. 

One way we can fail our users is by not using a consistent and easy to use LMS platform. This will make it difficult for users to navigate and eventually not use the platform anymore. Another way we can fail our users is to constantly think about what is the purpose and who is using this. Is this a platform for just sharing information? If so, maybe we need to use an easy to use platform. I think educating users on this is important so they know what to use and why.

My experience through Lewis has been blackboard. I think this is very difficult to use and not effective! As for my district I have uses a couple of different platforms. I have used google classroom, Powerschool, and blogger. All of those platforms are easy to use and have been easy to navigate for me. I have been able to figure them out easily without any PD. I have a tendency to figure out how to use things by trial and error with the sites. 

Journal Entry #1

• What were your decisions towards obtaining this specific certification and degree?
• I really enjoyed working with kids and I loved the younger age group so I went into elementary education. I decided to do the tech master's because I like using technology and I feel like it is what the students need to know for a successful future.


• What do you hope to learn in this class and what questions do you hope to have answered that can bring back to your institution?
• I hope to learn new software and apps to help with younger students. I also would like to know what some of the requirements of technology that students should know for the 3-5th grade. How do I push for that in my district? 
• What is your personal goal for this class and your professional career?
• My personal goal is to take something new away from this class. My professional goal is still up in the air. I am still trying to figure out what my next career move looks like!