CEP811: Featuring M-TEC @ Wikipedia and PBWorks!

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Thompson M-TEC was not in Wikipedia.  I asked approval from our Director if I can add it especially since we have to go through the marketing department to avoid duplication of any of their marketing plans.  I was approved to do it and have included some information in the page.  I have linked the page to Holland, Michigan at the Education section.  I think it would be an easier task if M-TEC had already been created and all I needed to do was just edit and add more information.  I have attributed three pictures as copyrights with fair use tags.  I would like to incorporate these in Wikipedia, but there is a part where I need to have at least ten edits or be a member for at least ten days to be able to upload those pictures.  I will have to read all the rules to make sure I understand all of the requirements.  At least, I have print screens as proofs that M-TEC is in Wikipedia.

I created a wikipage in PBWorks and loved it!   I decided to have a page to share with all my colleagues in M-TEC.  It will be a “Minutes of  Meeting” page, where everyone can add what should be covered during  the meeting day on Tuesday, Feb 22.  The real functionality about this wikipage is when the meeting is over, all the teachers and staff members can go back to the shared page and go to the ACTION ITEM section to make notations and review task assignments.  They can also provide feedback on the topics that have been discussed and comment on whether each item has been accomplished or needs to be revisited.

CEP810: Getting Things Done - A Life Skill!

Getting things done from Opentec on Vimeo.

When I heard the phrase “Getting Things Done”, two things came to mind:   organizational skill and time management rolled into one.  This process of getting things done is a challenge for everyone because of our fast-paced and busy schedule.  

At work and at home, I organize my everyday process by using several tools:

• electronic devices (laptop, ipod for fast access to information and updates)
• sticky notes, pen, and a highlighter (for important instructions, keywords, and deadlines)
• online tools and software for email, scheduling, bookmarking online resources (Have you noticed the widget found on the sidebar of this blog? It’s a homework countdown.  Since CEP810 google calendar is being shared and made public by our instructor, any homework updates she makes in the calendar is automatically linked to this widget as a reminder.)

As I go through any process for the first time, it can be overwhelming.  I usually wish I had a “panic” button to push for immediate help.  But I think the GTD stages will help me get things done.  How?  Through transfer of learning! The GTD strategy seems to be a simple concept but in reality it’s a difficult thing to do; but it is a skill that can be learned.  I consider it to be a life skill.  It can definitely be applied to any situation where being organized and managing time is very important.  I will continue to learn and use this process until it turns into a habit.  Wish me luck ;)