Over the years I have had a very low frustration threshold and it has been something that has needed working on.  I never dreamt that signing up for TATC would be the key to controlling it!  This has been the longest year in so many ways and, yet, the shortest when I look back at all that has been accomplished. 

Starting out I felt adequately prepared since I was proficient in all Microsoft Office tools and some easy Adobe programs.  Little did I know that that would not even come close to doing the projects we were assigned.  As technology director for our school district, I had not kept up with the current software as much as I thought.  Since I don't teach it I don't touch it.  That has since changed!  I have made a promise to myself that I will continue to learn new software packages as time allows.  Especially the packages that are mentioned in professional publications more than others. 

As for the various standards, I guess Desktop Publishing was the easiest for me and the only one that didn't make me cry every time I attempted another project.  I did learn quite a bit more about the subject but no "eye openers!"  Digital Graphics and Animation was never really conquered.  I kind of understand animation but have a long way to go.  This is one area I am not too sure I will try to become professional in any time soon.  Multimedia was fun but another big challenge.  I am currently working on learning more on this subject so that I can use it for personal projects and, possibly, teaching an adult ed class for our community.  Believe it or not, I have had several people inquire about having this type of class made available.  Then there is Video Technology!  This one nearly caused a divorce before it was over and yet was my very favorite once the hurdles were passed.  Even my spouse learned something while I was "enduring" this section.  I can see using this when I have grandchildren.  By then, I might actually understand how to use the video camera.  And last but not least is Web Mastering.  I was so hard headed when we first ventured into web pages but thanks to the patience of instructors I am now very comfortable putting web pages together.  It was during this period I honestly thought about quitting TATC.  I am so glad I didn't!

This has been a rough road and I am glad the end is in sight but I am so proud of what I have learned and experienced and survived.  I must have enjoyed it some or I wouldn't have encouraged another of our teachers to take it this next year.  Oh, and the frustration level?  It is much better!