The web 2.0 technology I finally used was not the one I initially set out to use.I just could not source adequate literature needed to complete my assignment on time.In retrospect probably if I had started earlier things may have been different,but I had a plan.Sometimes plans fail because of these unforeseen occurrences.However, I proceeded with the technology for which I had the literature.In attempting to meet the deadline I spent many sleepless nights.Managing family and studies,at this time of year was really a balancing act and even though no one spoke about it outright,the looks and the body language spoke volumes.
Still my family was extremely supportive and I was able to successfully submit my paper.What an experience 'Turnitin' was for me!!!!.After my first submission I almost flipped when I received my originality report.The percentage was high.Some one mentioned that any percent beyond 15 was to high.So I was worried.But on chatting with my tutor she calmed my fears.I re-checked the paper and resubmitted. I finally turned it in and did not look back.
I can certainly identify with the challenges you experienced. But do you think these challenges are a reflection of what some of our students experience in the classroom, especially those with reading difficulties? I believe that our foray into working with technology as "new users", most of us anyway, has prepared us to better meet the needs of our students and to really take into consideration the challenges encountered by our students. The most profound learning experience for me from this assignment is the need to always consider individual difference and student level of understanding. There really is need for greater sharing of ideas and collaboration if the education experience is to be positive for all learners.
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