HTML (aka I'm glad they've made it easier to make a website since this...)

So, to be honest, it isn't quite so bad to use HTML to design pages. I'd call it a bit tedious, but that part actually doesn't faze me too much. I've always been fine with that; as a result, I actually picked up a lot of the code tricks rather quickly. I think that as I continue to experiment with it, it will become much more habitual. However, I can't believe that this used to be a way that websites used to be designed. Man, the amount of time it had to take to create a single page...

On a side, there are some pains. Adding color, for example. It's almost like you need to have a cheat sheet just to know what colors are available. Then again, it's probably recommended to have a cheat sheet for all of the HTML items that need to be compiled to compose a simple page. Again, I actually don't mind it too much. It's just SO particular. This is not for the impatient, I'll tell you that. You really have to run through your pages with a fine tooth comb if errors pop up. I was able to troubleshoot so far. Now, with the resume that I have to create, we'll see how well that one goes...

I'll keep you informed as it goes. I guess I'll wish MYSELF good luck this time...

Better late than never...

Sorry for the absence in blogging---wife had the flu, infant has pink eye, and I had 2 weeks of inservices out in Stevens Point. But here's the update on the research...

Kinda slow, actually. We had WKCE testing, so I reduced the amount of research study out of respect of the testing cycle. I also had to walk a fine line, as I didn't want to even come close to anything resembling 'teaching to the test' or cheating. So I did not run my research during that 2 week period.

However, now we're back to normal, and that means that my research is back to normal as well. I'm about at the halfway mark, and we'll be taking another benchmark in December. Then I'll really be able to see how effective this research is going. I'm looking forward to that (I may be the only teacher in the school who has that feeling.)

As for the new course, don't worry---my blog for that will be happening this week. Stay tuned...