Activity 15

Activity 15- Put it all together

Reflect
WOW! what a journey. I like to think of it as a river. At times the river ran fast and I wanted to jump onto the bank because there was to many things weighing my boat down, but then you hit the bend and the river slows down. Then I reflect and realise just how far I have come.

When I first started I felt that I did not know a lot about technology and did not care about how Kiwi kids sat in education outside of my own classroom. I did not conciser my leadership style with peers or children and I found this part of the course hugely beneficial to my leadership journey. I adapted my style to transformational and participative and understand that at times I must be a dictator.

I learnt new stills and surprised myself with what I already knew and how quickly I can adapt to new situations, ideas and technology.

I really struggled with  the online part and it was a mad rush to the end when submitting both times. I learnt that collaboration is the best thing ever and two minds are so so so much better than one. I did much better in assignment that I did with Danielle not because she is brainier than me but because I held myself accountable. This taught me that I how the knowledge and power its just how I apply it.

I enjoyed doing second half of the online tasks and looking into culture and ethics. I never really looked deeply at ethics and it reinforced everything I already do when it comes to cultural diversity. I like that the blog could at times be a vent or my own opinion.

With all the media focused on The Mindlab I feel very lucky to be completing it and I credit it to me finding my new employment so quickly.

Significant Learning Outcomes
My most significant learning outcome was the knowledge of just how behind out children. It made me so aware of NZ kids not being able to compete with 21st century ideas and entering into the adult world. To know that 70% of jobs our learners will do have not invented yet shocked me to get my butt into gear and teach these kids to be flexible and critical learners. Life skills need to have a huge emphasis in my class and a sense of ICT skills strong. I really enjoyed hearing from Frances as her message hit home and made all the hard times worth it.


 Future goals against RTC and e learning 4/6 out of 12
Future Goal-
1-To support learners into strong and independent future focused and 21st century thinkers. Who have the ability to problem solve and create a future in a future we do not know.
2- To continue my learning journey and strive to be a learner in the 21st century.

RTC

Conceptualise, plan and implement an appropriate learning programme
I plan and implement a learning programme that reflects the culture of the learners and the school. I plan for future focused skills and thinking to happen daily. I weave in ICT into my planning not to do games but to actively teach engaging skills that will be useful in life. I plan to continue on my learning journey and have applied for a post grad certificate in maths for next year.

Show leadership that contributes to effective teaching and learning  
I show leadership by doing. People can walk into my class and see 21st century learning happening. It is important that I lead my children into future focused thinking and challenges. My leadership paper how allowed me to reflect on my leadership and growing the leaders in my classroom.

Promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment 
I am converted! Collaborative learning is the way of the future. I now get students to work in small groups to problem solve and complete tasks. This teaches them to work interdependently and strive for accuracy. I support an inclusive learning environment by allowing all children to have the same experiences and support I believe all my children can achieve and be effective members of the 21st century world.


Future dreams for professional practice. 
My future dreams....... Well I have many but I have enrolled for a post grad in Maths at Waikato University as a curriculum professional development.
and
Next year I will apply to become a google educator. I enjoy going to GAFE summits and conferences like those. PD is everywhere you just need to access it. I would also like to become a apple educator down the track too.