using technology tools

I wouldn't say I am tech-savvy, but I know how to operate the most basic technological tools and devices. Technology can be challenging. I still barely know how to operate Zoom sometimes. If I don't know a specific function, I will do a Google search because I can find most solutions there. Or I might click and mess around to see what happens. I really haven't used many of the technological tools that were mentioned in the assignment, so I think it'll be great to be able to learn how to use them and utilize them for other necessary things. I will say - I have used Tumblr several years ago when it was popular, so I am familiar with the blogging component required for this class. I love that Blogger is really simple to use and straight-forward. 

I'm pretty knowledgeable when it comes to web browsers. I mainly use Safari, but sometimes I will use Google Chrome. I don't know of any special or cool browser tips or extensions because I guess I haven't found a need for any. But, I'm more than open to discovering any if anyone has some to share!! Spellcheck and word-count are very useful tools, especially for academia purposes; but honestly, it is helpful in general. Although, I didn't even know there was a word-count tool extension - this would be handy when it comes to writing papers or online discussions that require a certain amount of words. I've always typed out my assignments in Microsoft Word of Google Docs to see my word-count and then copied/paste it. 

Overall, I think class requires more use of technological tools than compared to other online classes I've previously taken. But I'm willing to learn and use them. I think it's interesting that much of this class utilizes a different website than Canvas, which is explained in the assignment. I feel like there is so much information presented, but I'm probably just used to the simplicity and directness of Canvas. 

I definitely want to become more experienced with web site handling and technological tools. These might be useful for me in the future also because technology continues to advance and it would just be a great skill for me to have. 

This image sums up the bigger picture of understanding technology and technological tools. (Source: flickr) 

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