How effective were my actions in helping me meet my goals?
My actions have been very effective! I am excited about collaborating with the other kindergarten classroom. The teacher and I have talked several times about the activities we will create and technology we will need to make this plan successful.
What have I learned so far that will help me in my instructional practice?
I have learned that my Game Plan is going to take ALOT of preparation! I have also learned through the video with Dr. Peggy Ertmer in our resources this week that background knowledge is vital to successful learning. Dr. Ertmer talked about students studying/creating a water filtering project. Well, the students must have some background knowledge or know how to find the information they need BEFORE beginning the project. Likewise, I need to ensure my students have the background knowledge they need to successfully complete this plan.
What do I still have to learn?
I still have a lot to learn about technology resources. I am now in fact attending a session provided by our district that will give teachers the opportunity to share some technological resources they are using in their classrooms. Our district asked for at least one representative to go to this session. I am thankful I am going and looking forward to what I will be able to come back and implement in my own classroom.
How will I adjust the plan to fit my current needs?
I will adjust my plan to make sure my students have the background knowledge they need to be successful. Especially the vocabulary of my ESOL students.
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Amorea, It sounds as if you are enjoying your GAME plan. Although you are having to prepare, it seems that you and your students will benefit from your planning.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Teaching Kindergarteners to use technology must certainly be a challenge. They must arrive at school with such a variety of competencies when it comes to technology. One good thing is they are so young that they are open to trying it. Some teenagers are more concerned about appearing 'ignorant' to their fellow classmates, than being willing to embrace learning a new technology.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have only had a few ESOL learners in the past decade, I am certain that technology is their friend.
Perhaps you could enlist the help of a parent or community member to help you teach your students the Web 2.0 tools.
Thanks sor sharing your thoughts. I enjoyed reading them.
Yes is is so important to teach that vocabulary. It gets them ready for success. I too am teaching kindergarden and I have a lot of preparing to do. Have you ever used a smart board with your students?
ReplyDeleteSirach -
ReplyDeleteYes I have in fact. ALOT!! My kids LOVE it. Do you ever go into prometheanplanet.com? It has some incredible flip charts. What other types of technology do you use with your students?
Robbin son -
ReplyDeleteYou are so right. I have teenagers and know how they must make sure it is 'cool' and that they know exactly what they are doing. In K the students feed on my positive reactions!