Autobio (revised)

I tell myself I do not like computers, but I believe it is because I do not know a great deal about them. Moreover, I believe it is due to the idea that I like to depend on myself. Sometimes, I cannot depend on my computer to do what it is supposed to due; things happen, and technology has its flaws.
My experience with computers had been limited to word processing and PowerPoint presentations. After I finished my undergraduate career, I took a graduate class entitled Teaching with Technology. This class changed my technological experience portfolio. I learned and used several valuable technological tools during the class.
The first tool I learned how to use is called a weblog. Here, I was able to publish my thoughts on the internet. In addition, I was able to respond to the posts of others. I discovered that, through our posts and responses, we are able to create an online discussion as if we were sitting in a classroom.
In addition to weblogs, I was also able to create digital stories. As a former English major, I already enjoyed writing stories. This tool only increased my interest in storytelling. With this tool I was able to create stories that go beyond the traditional black ink on a white page. With Moviemaker, I was able to design stories that use images and music. Further, I was able to turn my written story into a recorded audio track.
I learned another way to record audio tracks through podcasts. Earlier, I had discovered recording on my own via a program called Cakewalk. I had to go out and purchase that program, though. With Audacity, I learned that I, and my students, could access this recording technology for free.
After using all of these tools, I feel like I have been exposed to a great deal of useful technology. As a teacher, I will be able to use it to enhance subject matter. Further, I can see that technology will motivate students. As a teacher, I will be able to use technology to accomplish many things in and outside of the classroom.