Applying What I've Learned

After completing the first six weeks of class, I feel like I have learned so much.  It's been nice to experience a progression of the steps and reasons for implementing technology into a classroom and into a school.  I have also appreciated the conversations and comments that have helped guide my own understanding of the content and the concepts.  

I feel that probably the most beneficial aspect of this class for me has been the tools that have been presented and discussed.  For example, this week, I will be using voice thread to complete an assignment.  By actually using the program, I will have a better understanding of how to tell other teachers how to use it.  My school is going 1:1 next year with Google Chromebooks.  Part of my job next year will be to help the staff and students use these devices to their full potential.  

The SAMR model has really clicked in my mind.  I had our administration share it at our faculty meeting last week.  I think that it gives teachers an outline of exactly what they need to be pushing for.  There are also a ton of examples online of how to complete each level, which is helpful.  I have bookmarked all the resources from the online class on that topic to share with our staff at future meetings.

One concept that is going to be hard for me to incorporate in the immediate future is the authentic assessment.  I can see this being something I really try to focus on during the school year after next.  One thing I have learned in educating teachers and other staff is that you have to move slowly in order to keep peace with all participants.  I feel that our teachers will see the benefit of authentic assessment today if I asked them to, but it's not fair to add that to their plates at the current moment.  

I'm looking forward to continuing to learn!

Of the information shared in the course so far, what do you believe will be most applicable in your professional situation?
Which concepts will be harder for you to incorporate?