Hello classmates,

I had an overall fun time using the Windows Movie Maker. I experimented with WMM for a few days prior to submitting the assignment and I didn't think it was going to be difficult. However when I actually got into it I had several challenges. No matter what I tried I could not get my narration to record so I had to type in text (hopefully I won't lose too many points for that). I followed directions and set up a story folder but still found it tough to locate my files but maybe that was because I was getting anxious. I have so many pictures in my digital camera that it was hard to decide what to do my story on, but I chose to do it on the most recent significant event which was my daughter's first day of dance class. I would like to continue using the WMM because I find that I learn something better with practice. I think the WMM is a good tool to use in the classroom and I could see myself using it. It would be fun to make an end of the year slideshow for students and parents with the WMM.

I really do learn something everyday...

Today I learned how to create a "Concept Map" by using Inspiration. I must say that was quite fun! I found the program very easy to use and I know I will use it in the future. I think as with everything, it will get even easier the more I use it. I created a map of a typical day for a student at my school, broke down by morning and afternoon subjects and activities. I really liked the icons I was able to choose from and the program seemed to have an icon for everything I needed. Overall I enjoyed this assignment! I was unable to link my concept map to this reflection because the file was too large to upload to Google Docs.