Friday, 10 March 2023

A challenge to your beliefs..

This blog entry explores contemporary teaching practices and challenging traditional teaching pedagogies. 
To what extent is it reasonable to conclude that if you are not experiencing positive or negative emotions about the materials and activities in any learning experience, that you are potentially disinterested or not motivated? Discuss in relation to your first emotional response to the nature of this unit.
Whilst first reviewing this unit work and assessment I was excited to see that some of the skills I had learnt in another subject would be expanded on. I recently created a blog for Textile Technology - “A side of BLING!” so I was comfortable with some elements of what was being asked of me. I do understand the time it takes to complete these tasks is substantial so it's important I remain motivated and manage my time effectively to stay up to date with the unit’s content.
 
Elaborate on your emotions on engaging further with this unit? Positive, negative. Indifferent?
I am starting this unit of work feeling positive as using technology within classrooms is something I am keen to explore. Being creative and thinking outside the box is something I value. To have the opportunity to explore different ways of expressing my creativity and sharing it within the classroom is exciting.
 
To what extent do you have the commitment to actively interrogate your emotions, and your beliefs about creative pedagogy (that extends beyond the mere delivery of information to your learners)? How might you be challenged to engage as you enter this unit?
As I am a relatively private person, the thought of sharing my assessment items with the unit cohort did concern me, particularly the aspect of receiving feedback. It is important that I see any negatives as an opportunity to grow and not as criticism. Reflecting on experiences is an effective way to expand my own understanding and knowledge. Alternatively, positive feedback is a great tool to encourage and remain motivated.
 
Identify your present values and beliefs about ICT in the classroom. Keep it brief and focused.
Technology plays such a big and important role within society. Youth have grown up using various forms of technology from a young age, so it is essential that teachers have the skills and knowledge to be able to incorporate it within their teachings. I do, however, also believe that there is a time and place for it and it should be relied upon or overused within the classroom.
 
Your approach to teaching and learning
Learning is something I believe you need to be open to and not just within a school setting but throughout life. Teaching and learning should be seen as an opportunity for growth.
 
Identify any challenges to your current values and beliefs as you enter this unit?
I believe my biggest challenge with using ICTs currently is time. As I don’t have a lot of exposure to the range of different technologies available I find that it takes me a while to explore and set them up. I’m hoping that this subject will give me the opportunity to be able to use technology more so I can become more confident with the different applications whilst creating my ICT teacher tool kit.
 
What experience do you have with ICT in the classroom?
I have very limited experience in using ICTs within the classroom. During Professional Placement 1 last year, my supervising teachers showed YouTube videos, and PowerPoint presentations and played games such as Kahoot online. However, being practical subjects, I do acknowledge that there is limited opportunity to use ICTs within the classroom on a daily basis. Each student was required to have their own laptop to use and connect to the school's communication network.

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