Lamar Web Conferences

Saturday, November 28th, 10:00 a.m. – my first web conference as a student of Lamar University. Dr. Diane Mason led the conference from the comfort of her own bedroom floor! I found the experience to be very helpful, Dr. Mason answered a number of questions I had about our group project. I met one of my group members at the conference (Diane R.) and we were able to meet at our Google Doc after the conference and share notes. I found that to be an invaluable experience. While taking a class online is a 21st Century learning tool, there is still something about seeing a professor face to face, having the opportunity to ask questions and interact with a “live” person that helps to keep that part of being a graduate student alive. As a digital immigrant, having an opportunity to be exposed to more and more technology, it will become a part of our everyday life, in our homes and our jobs. I remember when email first made it’s way into my house, I thought that it was just a fad, that it wouldn’t last long. Now, I can’t imagine not being able to communicate and share with friends and family, those just down the road and across the country. I enjoyed the experience and look forward to another opportunity to meet from the comfort of our own homes.