Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Blog 9

BLOG RESPONSE INVENTORY

8/31/2009, Chris Lambert, Blog 1,9/7/2009
9/21/2009, Jose Lugo, Blog 2, 9/12/2009
12/20/2009, Xayy Siharath, Blog 4, 10/13/2009
11/9/2009, Seth Harrelson, Blog 5, 10/26/2009
11/16/2009, Robert MOrris, Blog 6, 11/10/2009
11/30/2009, Spencer Touchberry, Blog 6, 11/16/2009
12/2/2009, Dr. Keane, Open Source Education is Gaining Support, 7/18/2009

Blog 8

METACOGNATIVE BLOG

After reflecting on my experiences in TSTM 544 this semester, it is rewarding to realize how much I have learned about the importance of E-learning and online training. It is obvious how one can use this knowledge to increase efficiency in the workplace. One factor that is discouraging many businesses from investing in corporate development is cost. When one uses open source software like we have in class, it shows managers that there is a way to cut expenses, and at the same time, offer the training that is necessary. We have used many open source programs offered through Google Apps. This is undoubtedly an amazing asset since it provides many resources that otherwise cost money. For my group project, I was responsible for instructing teachers on the benefits of using open source software to enrich their lesson plans and simplify every-day activities. Overall, I have learned much more about this software myself, and I have experienced the satisfaction resulting from my students appreciation of being introduced to these services. I am thankful that I have learned about different learning principles and the usefulness of E-learning. It will assuredly benefit me for the rest of my career.