This is my first ever BLOG post...
After reviewing the ISTE NETS for teachers located at http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForTeachers/2008Standards/NETS_for_Teachers_2008.htm I have chosen the following two indicators to focus on and strengthen my proficiency in.
The first indicator is 1.c, which reads:
1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. Teachers: c. promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students' conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes(ISTE, 2008).
I have many ideas and have even planned many lessons that would have my students use technology to reflect on their learning and experiences. However, to date, I have not implemented a single one.
The GAME plan I have developed to help me achieve my goal of becoming more comfortable with this indicator is as follows:
G:(Set Goals) 1. Identify 2 technology resources that are easy and available for students to use that can serve as a reflective tool for students.
2. Develop an activity that takes no longer than 10 minutes, for students to use one of these technology resources to reflect upon their learning.
3. Make this activity a priority in the classroom so students will utilize it with seriousness and enthusiasm, therefore making it an effective monitoring and reflective tool for students.
4. Research the web for creative technology related websites, tools or hardware that maybe used for reflection by students.
A:(take Action) In the next 7 days, I will take the time to connect with colleagues at my school as well as colleagues on the NET to identify some possible resources for this reflective activity.
M: (Monitor progress) This BLOG is one tool that will allow me to monitor my progress as well as ensure that I follow through with the goals and actions I have set.
E: (Evaluate) Again this blog will allow me to reflect on whether I have fully or partially achieved my goal(s).
The second indicator I chose to focus on is:
3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning
Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers: d. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning (ISTE, 2008).
This indicator is something that every teacher should constantly focus on since technologies are constantly changing and new ones are introduced all of the time. Yet, I have not done what I need to in order to keep abreast of the latest tools, resources and technologies that are introduced and as a result I am often caught off guard when someone else introduces something that is unfamiliar to me.
G:(Set Goals) 1. Stay informed of new and emerging technologies that would benefit my students and I in the classroom.
2. Learn more about how I can use iPods and in the classroom to assist in learning and research.
A:(take Action) 1. Subscribe to news feeds and websites that can electronically notify me of articles and ideas of new technologies in the classroom.
2. Subscribe to an educational/technology resources that I can utilize for ideas and to be informed.
3. Utilize my professional development communities to keep up-to-date.
M: (Monitor progress) This BLOG is one tool that will allow me to monitor my progress as well as ensure that I follow through with the goals and actions I have set.
E: (Evaluate)Again this blog will allow me to reflect on whether I have fully or partially achieved my goal(s).
I look forward to suggestions from you all on the goals I have listed as well as the actions to achieve them and the steps to monitor and evaluate them.
Resources:
ISTE, Initials. (2008). Nets for teachers 2008. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForTeachers/2008Standards/NETS_for_Teachers_2008.htm
Richard,
ReplyDeleteNice job on your first ever Blog Post!! Getting started on integrating technology is the hardest part. Once you take the plunge, the rest is easier, since not only is it really exciting, but the kids will show you why it is so important. It looks like you have done a lot of the leg work, now just try it out. I started with a classroom blog. It was a small step, but a big step as well. Good luck, and let us know how it goes. Kim