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Final Reflection This semester has been a whirlwind of crazy but also a great learning experience for me.  I thought I was pretty tech-savvy before this course.  I know that we live in an always-changing world so the things I tried way back then maybe different now. I was not wrong and I can see why teachers tend to shy away from new programs. For this course, I was at 90% familiar with and 10% had no clue. It was a great learning experience that left me with so many ideas for use in the library and the classrooms.  I am a mom to a 3-year-old and a 6-year-old, and I had to work late to get things done because my days were soon taken up with online lessons and no time for me. Thanks, Corona Virus! Sometimes I was just overwhelmed with learning all these programs but other times I felt like a pro because I had already done something with them in my teaching. Thanks,  VIP program ! I was pretty excited to show my classmate and partner new ways to present inform...
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Never heard of it? It's okay, you aren't the only one. I was introduced to Universal Design for learning through my SHSU assignments and research. Universal Design for Learning is an educational framework providing guidance for educators in designing lesson goals, materials, methods, and assessments to improve learning in the classroom as well as meet the diverse needs of all students. Goals of Universal Design for Learning include: Here is a great informational video to help you gain more understanding of Universal Design for Learning: This concept of teaching reminds me of the SAMR Model  & utilizing the 4Cs . A s part of a cohort of teachers in the Visionary program , our school district has us try to adhere to the SAMR Model and the 4Cs when creating learning experiences for students. I feel that I have touched on some of the same concepts and practices as I would in Universal Design for Learning through those models.  What am I already using/do...