Friday, March 4, 2011

Learning Goals

One of my learning goals was to try and build better relationships with the students in my classroom. Since I only spend 2 hours a week in my PDS, it's hard to really get to know these students. I want to become a role model for these students, not just some guy who shows up every Tuesday. So far, I like to think I've made a little progress in this area. 
Another aspect of the classroom that I really wanted to get a better grasp of was lesson planning. Thanks to EDUC 400, I've gained a much better understanding of what exactly goes into this. Although I still have a ways to go with both of these learning goals, I do feel like I've made some good progress.
As far as my practicum plan goes, I haven't really made any changes to it. I've been putting some of the activities off, but I am making some progress. I've already completed a few tutor activities, and I'm planning my small group lesson for next week. I'll also be taking a few pictures in preparation for my digital story. Overall, I've gained some valuable knowledge so far this semester, and I look forward to completing my other activities.

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  1. Mike, I like the learning goals that you have created for yourself. They are definitely two goals that I can relate to. Being a role model to your students is an important goal that can have an extremely positive impact on them. I'm sure that they look up to you and enjoy you getting to know them better. Also, I agree that it is good that we have been practicing writing lessons in our class to become more familiar with the process. It sounds like you are making good progress with you activities within your PDS and your Practicum Plan. I hope you have a good spring break and rest of the semester at your PDS.
    Brittany

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