Welcome to Social Studies Methods for Childhood Education

On the first day of Research Methods in Teaching Social Studies for Childhood Education, it quickly became evident that we would be learning a lot more than how to teach Social Studies!!  To say that technology is a big component of the course is almost an understatement!  As an adult learner pursuing my Master's Degree in Education, I have developed some pretty good computer skills, but honestly the first day filled me with some fear!

Right behind the fear was also excitement, as I thought about my recent realization that I did need to improve my skill and knowledge with technology.  I will be teaching students, who unlike myself, have always had technology in their lives. When I was an undergraduate most student did not even have

computers--the Brother word processor did everything you needed!  Wow, things sure have changed!

Fear is Just Excitement in need of an Attitude Adjustment!

I recently saw this statement on a sign and I think that is what I do when I am exploring new skill in technology.  I change fear into excitement, and instead of running from it, I embrace technology, I am amazed by it, I will learn it, use it, and find ways to use technology to make the classroom a place for authentic, quality learning and discovery. 

Technology and our world---Make it work for you!!!

LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN....