Digital Native

      I used to use MS Word when I was younger, than I got a Macbook Air during high school and switched over to Google Docs. My high school used Google Classroom and gmail, so I only used Google software, rather than any MS software. I prefer using Google software because it is easier to me, and I like the layout and accessibility to apps much more. 

     The Leader portion of the ISTE Standards for Educators was the most meaning full standard to me because I think that children becoming empowered and put in leadership positions is beneficial for all. It helps children learn about responsibility and confidence. I was in a leadership position in most of the clubs and organizations that I've been in, so I've seen first hand how someone grows from being in a position of power. 

        I agree with the term "digital native." It means to have grown up learning and surrounded by tech, becoming very used to dealing with it. Yes theres a difference between digital natives and teachers, most of the time in high school, the student would have to show the teacher how to do things on their computers. It has impacted my life because everything is online now. All my classes are online, I'm not sure what they'd be like if they weren't. I assume as life goes on, technology will keep advancing and taking over, and my future students will most likely have to show me new things. 

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   My name is Reese Jones and I am nineteen years old. I am from Marco Island Florida, a very small island off of Naples. I am in Pi Phi, a sorority, and hope to join a few clubs around campus soon. I am a psychology major with an education minor. I am hoping to get my Master's degree, but we'll see. 

   My previous use of technology in an educational setting is somewhat decent. I've only used forms of Google, such as Google Docs, Google Slides, etc... I was in a leadership position in many clubs growing up, so I got good at using excel sheets, and different forms of databases, again all Google related. I also have used Canva for things like posters, and blogger for various classes in high school and college.

  The main personal learning network I use is Quizlet. I always make Quizlets for every test or quiz that I have, it helps me learn the best. Especially because I can also use it on my phone, which makes it very portable. Offline, the main way that I learn is by using a notebook and pen. I am a visual learner, so seeing it directly in front of me is helpful, especially because repetition is my main way of studying. Otherwise, if I have a question I'll just use Google, or ask a family member/friend.