Final Reflections

This is the sad part of the course when I have to say goodbye to my students. It is never easy. Sometimes I mechanically go back into WebTycho after the end of the semester expecting to see another bunch of postings but disappointed to find none. This class was special because the students were particularly motivated and bright. I know they will do well academically and in life.

As we put a close on this semester, I suggest you reflect on your new knowledge and skills you have gained in this class. I hope you have a better idea about blogs, wikis, social networks, avatars, data flow diagrams (maybe not?), OLAP and other key IT concepts by now.

Best wishes for a most successful career and a fulfilling life!

And for those of you who are graduating...

Reflections on Session 14

I noticed mixed reaction toward social networking sites. Some students found it novel, fun and interesting while others saw it as a total waste of time and/or another security vulnerability. Although I respect the latter's opinion, I must say that these sites have gained tremondous popularity during the last few years and they are being accepted into the corporate environment.

With Ning, you could focus on one particular area of interest (whether it is tiny frogs or security policy). Personally, it has been fun for me to have a Facebook account and keep in touch with my daughter in Philly as well as my close buddies. I can keep in touch with my colleagues who share a mutual interest in educational technology. The younger generation uses Facebook (and text/IM messaging) in lieu of e-mail to communicate.

I hope that we can keep in touch after this semester...either with Ning or Facebook.

Looking forward to your culminating blog posting!!!!

Do more with,
Les