Kierra M Keegan

 Throughout my K-12 education and now at FSU, I have used Microsoft Word regularly for essays and formal assignments, especially when it was required by teachers. While Word helped me learn basic formatting and structure, I strongly prefer Google Docs because it is what I grew up using and what feels most natural to me as a creative writing major. Google Docs allows me to write more freely, revise easily, and access my work from anywhere without worrying about saving or file versions. I also appreciate how simple it is to organize drafts and collaborate when needed, which fits my creative process better than Microsoft Word.  When reviewing the ISTE Standards for Educators, I did not find one specific standard more meaningful than the others, but I understand the overall goal of using technology intentionally and responsibility in education. The standards emphasize adaptability, professional growth, and using digital tools to enhance learning rather than distract from it. Readi...

 In this class, I’m hoping to learn how educational technology can actually work for students rather than just existing as another thing to click through. As a creative writing and interdisciplinary humanities major, I’m curious about how digital tools can support creativity without killing the soul of the work. I want to understand how technology can be used intentionally, especially in writing and discussion based classes, rather than just as busy work. Since my long-term goal is to earn an MFA and eventually become a professor of creative writing, I’m interested in how I might use what I learn here to design engaging courses in the future, especially as classrooms become more hybrid and tech-reliant.  I’ve used technology in school pretty consistently, from learning management systems like Canvas to shared documents and online discussion boards. Most of my writing process already happens digitally (mainly google docs), whether that’s drafting essays or workshopping literary...