Teaching in Hawleywood

  Technology :   During the duration of my experience in Ed Tech, I was able to acquire many useful skills that will add to my teaching philosophy. I used a vast variety of Google tools, curriculum-related apps, video tools, and types of coding games. My experience using the tools was well, most were accessible to the public and allowed for multiple points of teaching. I enjoyed all the tools and apps I found free, it is always a pain when you have to pay to learn. From January to April, I was able to learn how to create active and engaging slide shows, which was my favourite topic I learned. Doing my digital lesson plan, I had to have multiple points of engagement, online assessment techniques and focus on higher-order Bloom's level learning. After completing the digital lesson plan, I hold myself to a high level of confidence and preparedness in teaching using various forms of technology tools and techniques. The assignment, though time-consuming, helped me to further develo...

  When I think about teachers blogging, I immediately recognize the impact it makes for a new resource to educators. Teachers across the globe can access a blog post and use new material and resources that will enhance their practice. Not only do blogs allow access to new resources and new ways of teaching, they also create a sense of community. Teachers from all over the world can connect and collaborate with each other to ensure their students receive the best education possible. Blogging allows for connections, collaborations, and a deeper understanding of teaching and learning.  In George Couros's blog, “ 4 reasons people don't blog and ideas to help change their minds ,” he mentions how educators feel they do not have anything important enough to share. This idea that Couros mentions is essential, as anything being shared about teaching is important. Educators are looking at new ways to enhance their performance every day and give students the best education possible. Sha...