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Reading Amanda's blog and in regards to her VELS discussion, I saw many similarities between her and myself. I too was a bit of a skeptic and didn't feel comfortable using technology in the classroom.

However, the difference was that I somewhat knew how to use the programs like PowerPoint. Not like it was anything advanced though!

I think once you take those first steps to trial technology in the classroom, you really begin to see its value. The level of engagement one can achieve from simply using a computer with visiual and interactive component is just amazing!

I really hope Amanda that you can continue to take those baby steps with ICT in the classroom, because it can be such a powerful tool. In terms of what you listed in terms of contact, collaborative learning, engagement etc.

I cannot wait til I can have my own classroom and interchanging seemlessly with ICT and other classroom activities!