A Brief Introduction to Myself and Technology

I'm the quintessential free spirit who tends to choose the path less traveled. My irreverent approach to life has taken me many places around the world and allows me to live by my own rules and dance to my own groove--sometimes to a fault. I champion individuality in myself and in others, and am working toward a balance between accepting elegant tradition and the signature modern world.

As far as technology is concerned, I consider myself a novice. I'm surely capable but still prefer the clicks of typewriter keys to the hum of a computer, and gladly mail handwritten notes instead of sending emails. I've always been cautious about blogs and posting thoughts online because I tend to be an intensely private person. Had it not been a school assignment, I never would have approached this blog. I'm only slightly petrified! I have been pleasantly surprised at how easy Blogger has made it for users. It seems like after a couple simple clicks and entering of personal information, you're set. I would offer the advice to browse through the thoughts of other bloggers to make sure you're in keeping with the standard. Find a style and template that suit your personal style and just give it a whirl. For the most part, things can always be changed, amended, adjusted...and if not, just embrace the mistake. Happy accidents, right?

Since the purpose of this online portfolio is to share in a forum for classroom projects, here's a link to my 'Integrating Technology in the Classroom' wikispace. Enjoy! http://w200-integratingtechnology.wikispaces.com/JArnold+Integrating+Technology+in+the+Classroom