Blog #9

I personally did not enjoy distance learning specifically during the pandemic. I am a more visual learner and did not adapt well learning through Zooms or even just posted assignments. I thrive off of a school environment and physically being there to learn. I did not think Zoom was effective and my school endured a lot of issues while using it. I would like to use Pearson or Google Meets in the future and gain more familiarity. 

These resources are ones that are open and free to the public. Anyone is able to utilize them and gain a better understanding through them. This website that I have linked describes the basics of OER. It provides details in simplistic terms and breaks it down how it can be used. It gives you the benefits of OER as well as the disadvantages of using it.

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/open-educational-resources-oer-overview-and-definition/2017/04

I became more familiar with the features of using Powerpoint. I typically used Google Slides so it was nice to learn from a different platform. But, I will say I struggled with getting used to the variety of tools. I think the setup/organization of it is more chaotic and complex than what I am used to. But, I think my viewpoint could change in the future if I become more familiar and get used to it.