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As a student, I have used MS Word extensively throughout both K–12 and my time at FSU. In K–12, it was the primary tool for writing essays, creating reports, and formatting assignments, which helped me learn the basics of typing, editing, and document organization. At FSU, I still use Word for more formal assignments, especially when formatting requirements are strict. However, I often prefer Google Docs because of its convenience, real-time collaboration, and automatic saving features, which make group projects and quick edits much easier.

Out of the ISTE Standards for Educators, the one that stands out most to me is the “Facilitator” standard. I find it meaningful because it emphasizes guiding students in taking ownership of their learning while using technology to deepen understanding. I have learned that it’s less about giving students the “right answers” and more about equipping them with digital tools and strategies to solve problems on their own. A lingering question I have is how educators can balance the freedom of student-centered learning with ensuring that key academic standards are still met.

I partially agree with the label “digital native” for today’s youth. Being a digital native means growing up surrounded by technology and developing an instinctive comfort with using it for school, communication, and entertainment. Compared to many of my teachers, who are digital immigrants, I have noticed that I adapt more quickly to new platforms or apps, while some of them struggle with even basic functions. This has sometimes slowed down classroom activities, though it also showed me patience and adaptability. Looking ahead, I expect my future students to be even more fluent with technology than I am, and I will need to continually learn and evolve in order to connect with them effectively.

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