Saturday, June 30, 2007

Week 3, Thing 5: Exploring Flickr

Success at last! I uploaded this photo from a file on my computer at home. I don't know where it was taken but I can envision kayaking around this rock formation on a cool day. My vision does not include a hot glaring sun, annoying insects or raucous individuals. All right, I freely admit I'm in need of a quiet vacation.

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Enough Is Enough

Okay, that last post was not what I intended. I had a lovely Hawaiian photo all picked out with a funny caption to add some spice to my incredibly boring blogs. What happened to my photo? I don't know and folks - I don't think I care. I was going to try one more time but I think I'd rather walk across hot coals than try one more time. So, I'll just say, "Aloha."

Monday, June 11, 2007

Week 2, Thing 3: Set Up Your Own Blog

The instructions for setting up a blog at Blogger.com was easy to understand. However, coming up with a blog name took half the day. But once I realized it wasn't set in stone, I was on my way. I had no trouble posting blogs. I just don't know how interesting they may be to read.

Week 1, Thing 2: Pointers from Lifelong Learners

Reviewing the "7 1/2 Lifelong Learning Habits" tutorial before beginning this journey into the unknown was very beneficial. For instance, the necessity of play is stressed because it's important for learning and brain development. It's great to have permission to play!

Week 1, Thing 1: About This Program

I'm excited and a bit nervous to be participating in this online learning program in order to gain a better understanding of the emerging technologies on the web.

7 and 1/2 Lifelong Learning Habits

"Habit #3: View problems as challenges" is the most difficult of the 7 1/2 Lifelong Learning Habits for me as I'm easily frustrated when I don't understand how to do something.

7 and 1/2 Lifelong Learning Habits

Habit 7 1/2: Play! is the easiest of the 7 1/2 Lifelong Learning Habits for me as it's pure fun and enjoyment - no worries.