Elluminate!

The Elluminate session for last class was different. I liked how we learned about Elluminate a couple of classes before and then actually experienced the inner-workings of the program. I learn best by experiencing and doing. Elluminate reminds me how far technology has come. No longer a need for classrooms but virtual classrooms. I liked the session because it opened my eyes to the level of technology and innovation around the world. Technology creates new avenues of learning. On the other hand, Elluminate seemed counterproductive. Some people had technological difficulties with signing into the program or using the required functions within the program. The whole class had to wait while the Professor fixed the problem. The time gets eaten up quickly. Another problem was figuring out if all participants were on the same page. We had to click the check-mark button confirming we were understanding what the Professor said. Once again, this eats of time- time, that if the lesson was conducted in a physical classroom, would have been preserved. I did like how we interacted with the program and the professor. Instead of listening to a lecture the whole time, we got assignments to complete. And by posting our findings the professor knows if we understand the assignment. I like lessons that change direction; it keeps me involved and at attention. Overall, the session was a success but I would much rather have a lesson taught in a physical classroom.