This is my first real adventure into the world of web 2.0. I know about it and I work in an environment which uses it on a daily basis. I even use aspects of web 2.0 such as social networking. This doesn't mean that I understand it. The journey which I am about to undertake I hope will aid in my understanding. I have always enjoyed learning new things but am always afraid to take the first step. This blog is a perfect example we are in week 7 of a 10 week program on web 2.0 and I have only just now plucked up the couraged to start.
71/2 habits - my experience
Habit 1 states "Begin with the end in mind" i.e. set a goal - my goal - finish to 23 things - easy, once i get started.
Habit 2 "Accept responsibility for your own learning" - Only I can complete the tasks. No one will do it for me
Habit 3 "View problems as challenges" - my problem as stated is getting started. I like the challenge of learning something new but it still makes me very nervous yet here I am writing my first ever blog. I have read many blogs in the past but I don't think that I have ever contributed to one let alone start one.
Habit 4 " Have confidence in yourself as a competent, effective learner" - having taken the first "giant leap", writing my first ever blog I am now more confident in myself and my ability to be an effective learner.
Habit 5 "Create your own learning toolbox" - I like to think of my work environment as one giant toolkit. I am surrounded by people who are familiar with web 2.0 and who have done the 23 things. I have participated in coursework which used and discussed web 2.0. I work in a library surrounded by books which I can refer to and I have the Internet both at work and home which I can search to find guidelines to web 2.0 and life long learning.
Habit 6 "Use technology to your advantage" - technology is supposed to make our lives easier yet I find it challenging. It makes me nervous but I still use it. I have an i-pod but I have never downloaded any music to it. I have a smart phone yet I am unsure how to access the Internet on it. I have bought technology for the sole purpose of making it work for me and not the other way around. This I feel is my biggest challenge.
Habit 7 " Teach/mentor others" - there is know sense in reinventing the wheel. Knowledge is a powerful thing and if you have that knowledge pass it on.
Habit 71/2 "Play" - I love to play but as my mother always said "no play until your homework is done". The 23 things is my homework. I have started it now I must finish. :)
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