Virtual Team

My latest class project was a huge challenge for me. I was assigned to a virtual team to create a technology related resource to implement within a school. We chose a website that benefited teachers by assisting them with technology issues. In order to find out just what teachers needed and how they felt about certain aspects of technology in their schools, we created a Google Survey to distribute to staff members at our three schools. I had never used it before, but now I see how it streamlines the data collection process. We also chose to utilize Google Documents to compile ideas for the site. Google Documents allowed each of us to simultaneously type onto the document. It fascinated me and I could see how efficient it made the information gathering process. Towards the end of the project, we knew that we had to present our presentation using a voice recording program. I had never heard of such a program, but after my teammates taught me, I learned quickly. We decided to use Voicethread, which is a great program. We were able to split up the PowerPoint slides and record our voices at our own pace. I was amazed at how the program put everything together and made it sound so professional. I would definitely use these tools in the classroom. It's a different way to communicate and compile ideas. I think that students would really enjoy the presentation part. It's a great way to illustrate real teamwork!