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=MY DDBC EXPERIENCE=

====When I was first approached about the idea of enrolling in DDBC I thought, “No Way!” I asked what could I possible learn through this online class? I am the smartest person in my circle of influence when it comes to technology and could help them all with their questions. However, my experience in the weeks that followed DDBC has proved to be life changing. Each week presented a new tool, challenging assignments, and exciting ideas. During this time I have developed a better comprehension and understanding of Web 2.0 tools, established a new found confidence of using various social media tools, and gained knowledge on how to efficiently and effectively use Web 2.0 tools to communicate with a social media audience.==== ====While this class was specifically geared towards using Web 2.0 tools in the church ministry, it also has proved useful in getting my creative juices flowing on how I can use them in other areas of my life. One example is Twitter. I have had a Twitter account since 2008 but never once tweeted. This week I decided to tweet twice a day and after four days I have 54 followers. Having a background in marketing, social media and the various tools available now provides an endless source of ideas for the creative minded person. Two highlights of the class for me were Wordle and Aminoto.====

These two tools allowed me to really put some creativity to work by introducing the idea of a church fundraiser that I hope to eventually get off the ground.
====If I could offer one bit of constructive criticism it would be to ensure that the links worked in the assignments. I found it challenging during the course when links did not work. Many times I was not quite sure if it was actually something that I was doing or not doing that was causing the error.==== ====Overall my experience was excellent. It forced me to step out of my comfort zone and not only learn something new, but learn something that I could put to use. I will definitely recommend this class to my colleagues.====