Back in Mobile...Reflecting on Chico

As I begin to reflect on all I learned in Chico, California, I continue to realize what a rich experience it really was. The National Writing Project Technology Team is one of the most incredible groups of people I have ever worked with. Each member, from the fabulous TM 06 facilitators to the NWP team and friends, brought us to a valuable event that was extremely well planned and provided a wealth of ideas and expertise from which I did and will continue to draw from in my own personal and professional life. The numerous e-mails showing up in my box from the TM06 discussion board is just more evidence that I am not the only one significantly impacted by this positive experience and who hopes to keep the connections alive. I look forward to the future collaborations that will occur as a result of this phenominal week in Chico!

Blogging

One of the many multimedia communication tools I have come to better understand this week is the blog.

This is a powerful communication tool which is relatively easy to set up and responses are very motivating.

Multimedia Resources

The following Educause Resources have been very useful as we explore the multimedia technology at Tech Matters 2006

7 Things You Should Know About PODCASTING
7 Things You Should Know About WIKIS
7 Things You Should Know About Collaborative Editing
7 Things You Should Know About Social Bookmarking
7 Things You Should Know About Screencasting
7 Things You Should Know About Videoblogging

The "Swimming Hole"

Today at Bedwell Park Chris pulled a bike out of the "cement pond." We now have all the equipment for a triathalon.

A "Funny"

Questionable Biathalon Trio

Lizzy, Chris, and I headed out at 6:00 am this morning for a run to Bidwell Park in Chico. I was told we were running to a "cement pond," in which we could swim. Boy were they right. We now try to claim that we did a triathalon this morning, but of course there was no bike riding; although we did drink coffee. Does a stop at Starbucks count? Lizzy and I claim it was a biathalon when Chris is not around to add that doing a cannonball into the pond does not constitute a swim. Stay tuned, I am on a mission to take pictures of the "pond" tomorrow!

My New Blogging Friend in Chico

I want you to meet my new friend Maria Angala. Maria is a special education teacher and the technology liaison for the DC Area Writing Project. Maria has done a wonderfu job of creating a very professional looking blog which you can view at www.teachersol.blogspot.com Check it out!

As a result of my experiences in Chico, I have big plans for professional development that will share the wonderful things we can accomplish with technology; for our site, our students, and personally. You'll be hearing from me AD (after dissertation).

I'm Here! Greetings from Chico...

It has not even been 24 hours and I have so much I want to share with you. Can we start SI all over? There are many tools we can use for continuity and collaboration that I am learning about. You'll be hearing form me this year...blogs, wikis, podcasts, skype...get ready!

MBWP Final Week

The MBWP 2006 SI participants are the best! I hope you have a wonderful final week.

I know your mini conference will be very successful and wish I could join you.

Remember that you have valuable information to share with other teachers and collaboration is what it is all about.

If they give us time to breathe in Chico, CA. I will post an update and pictures, so check back!

I'll miss you all, Paige