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__Reflection on using my iPod personaly and professionaly in my life.__

I have thoroughly enjoyed using my iPod these last 5 weeks! It has become such an integrated part of my life, just like my cell phone. Personally, I will be using my iPod for pleasure, ie; playing games, listening to music, using the internet, and all the applications I have downloaded! I check the weather every day; I use the calendar for all my appointments and reminders. I’m not surprised how fast I became dependent on my iPod. Looking back 8mths ago, I wish I would have purchased the iPhone!!!

From a teaching standpoint, I believe my students have bonded with me even more over the iPod. I’m now considered the “iPod” teacher!!! Even though my district frowns upon the use of iPods, I share with my newly found knowledge with my students. Well, actually, they love teaching me new things on my iPod! I believe it is a win-win situation for all sides. I will be a strong advocator on the use of iPods in my classroom next year and hopefully, be allowed to purchase a few for my classroom. I can see my Video Production classes making syndicated podcasts for our school. I can envision these podcasts being subject orientated, the goal in mind would be to improve TAKS scores.