I've decided to give myself a new challenge for 2009. I've joined a 365 Ed Tech Photo Project on Flickr and a 365 Random Photo Project, both inspired by other members of my PLN. The goal is to post a new photo every day in 2009. To that goal I've added a goal of my own and that is to try to find a photo that I can use as a reflection focus and post those here on my blog. I'm not sure that I'll post all 365 photos here, but I'll try to capture something that I can reflect on at least once a week. You can see my full LoriB's 365 Photo Project 09 photo stream on Flickr to view all the photos I'll be posting. You can also visit my photo blog specifically for this project, LoriB's 365 Photo Project.
I live in a high tech world, and, given my job, my focus is almost always on using technology in some way to accomplish my daily tasks, to interact with colleagues, friends and family, and to help others integrate technology into teaching and learning. However, as a child of the mid 1950's, I would be classified by many as a "digital immigrant" and admittedly, all of my technology use has been part of my learning journey. But, I also have the opportunity to observe a true digital native, my granddaughter. You will see some other blog posts here about her digital life.
On January 1st, as she and I spent much of the day together, it was nice to see that some rather old-fashioned, non-tech things are as much a part of her life as are her iPod and other digital accouterments. She enjoyed sitting with her bear and sharing animal crackers as they chatted and watched the Tournament of Roses Parade on TV. Proof, I guess, that being immersed in technology and digital tools, doesn't mean that your imagination, creativity, or enjoyment of simple pleasures is deleted.
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