Overall I would say this is one of the BEST workshops at Salisbury that I’ve attended.  I especially appreciated our “conversation”.  It was never dull or uninteresting.  One comment always generated more discussion.  The variety of knowledge, ideas, and opinions expressed during our conversations made one see a concept from many different points of view.  The climate created by the group allowed for both agreement and disagreement.  I never felt uncomfortable participating both verbally and with technology. I think it was important that the group included a variety of educators (subject and jobs).
My ability to play, to try out, and experiment with technology made me more willing to try to develop activities using some of the various tools, butI would have preferred if I was able to work on my own computer ( sorry Frank).
The pace and information presented was easy to handle since I had already been exposed to all the topic we covered.  I think if it was my first time it could have been information overload. The workshops were carefully structured with enough freedom to make me feel at ease - not restricted.
So much of what we’ve done will be implemented in our LifeSmarts class. When I think about the course next year I have mixed feelings. Initially I am excited about the possibilities technology will allow the learner and facilitator, but I am also fearfull.  Will we be able to do what we want to do?  It kind of seems utopian. The help and support of Randy, Louise, Frank, Beth and Michele are essentail! I hope we are able to accomplish 50% of our ideas.  I know we will become frustrated, but our team is a strong one.
I think it is imperative that I continue to learn more about technology.  I will need to practice, try new things and discuss with others pitfalls and successes.
I would recommend a summer workshop to all faculty.  It has been awesome!!! wink