How has the start of this semester compared with the start of the previous semester? What did you do similarly? Why? What have you done differently? Why?
The start of this semester was very different because I now know how to enter grades, teach a class, sign-in, rules, student’s behavior, and about a hundred other things. It is great just being able to concentrate on creating imaginative lesson plans and enjoying those “teachable moments.” Every day seems to bring a new challenge to the classroom and in reflection I can’t believe how many mistakes I made last semester!
I believe now I am more aware of the teaching and behavioral environments of my classroom. Like last semester, I continue to be cognitively aware of students and their behavior. I think that this is important to ensure safety and maintain a positive learning environment. The few changes I have made this semester are subtle; I am concentrating on application of skills that were developed through NTI, studying, observation, and experience. I am more aware of the need for students to be able to discover and enhance their learning by experiencing hands-on practice.
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2. Show respect and consideration of others when posting and commenting. This includes individuals, students, organizations, political parties, colleagues, etc.
3. Check all posts for spelling and grammar errors before posting.
4. Protect the privacy of others. Gain permission from other people before you write about them. Avoid sharing someone else's last name. Use job titles or pseudonyms when writing about experiences with your co-workers or students.
5. Watch your language. Use politically correct and non-offensive language.
6. Make sure you write about things that are factual.
7. Keep your postings education-oriented. Avoid discussing plans for the weekend, etc.
FINAL BLOG POST - OUR "DAILY TRIPLE" (DUE 12/1).
This week I would like you to use your imagination. You have just won the lottery and will leave your teaching post immediately to travel around the world. As you leave your keys you meet your replacement. You are asked to give this new teacher just ONE piece of advice. What would that be, and why? Enjoy your world expedition!
Blog Post - Week 7
This past week in my own teaching I felt a little disconnected which prompts my question to you, "What was the moment (or moments) when I felt most disconnected or disengaged as a teacher - the moment(s) I said to myself, I'm just going through the motions here?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 6
For the past couple of weeks you have experienced asynchronous online learning (doing modules by yourself). Previously this semester you have experienced synchronous online learning (all together in the Collaborate room). Which do you think is more effective and why do you think that? Which do you like better, and why?
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 5
This week we have what we call "open mic." You can write a post about anything related to your teaching that you would like responses from your classmates.
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 4
Here is this week's question: "What was the event that most took me surprise this week - and event that shook me up, caught me off guard, gave me a jolt, or made me unexpectedly happy?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 3
Please write a post about the following question, "In thinking about my past week teaching what is one thing I would do differently, and why?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 2
Please write a post about the following question, " In thinking about my teaching activities this past week, of what do I feel most proud? Why?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 1
Describe something you used in your program in the first weeks of school that you learned in the summer NTI program. How did it work? Did it get you off to a stronger start than last year?
2 comments:
It's nice to read that you are out of the "survival" mode and on to the "creative" mode of teaching. I believe that one must first survive before one can create. You will continue to build on your knowledge and skills as a teacher and reach higher and higher levels. Good post on Blog! Dr. J.
Yes, I agree I am more aware of the educational environment and what to do. I am having trouble of actually doing that correct activity at the right time. I may say myself going in the wrong direction with my lesson and then realize oh no and then i need to change my plan of action. That takes time to rethink the process and start over in the middle of an activity.
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