First, I was definitely challenged in the technology department. Our home computer is old and my classroom computer is not that much better. But I did speak up and get some programs going on my computer and when students come in to work on projects, I actually have gotten them to do the movie maker. (mine would not work it)
Second, being a classroom teacher and not pursuing supervision, I was able to delve into topics that I would not be reading in my daily classroom. I usually have stayed focused on teaching, helping my building with gifted students needs and reading scores for the building. Now I am going to push myself into becoming more "worldly" in my educational readings.
Thirdly, I am going to use my knowledge gained here and what I promise to gain, on working with my community of teachers at my school. We have a great community atmosphere and I am going to share more with the grade level teachers during their common planning time.
I think the biggest lesson learned was that we have to be a community to be a strong school.
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As you stated, a strong successful school is based in the community within. This is such an important concept in the middle grades. My area of interest is the middle grades. Lat year, I started reading various journals that targeted this age group. The majority of the research and data point to the fact that this group of students are greatly benefit by the establishment of small learning communities. One of the major recommendations for middle school reform is the establishment of interdisciplinary teams.
I think it is a great idea to take the knowledge back to your teachers. Many teachers would be thrilled to learn some new ideas. I know I would be
I have read a number of final thoughts and the best thing i have encountered is your comment about taking what you have learned and sharing it with others. To me this is what collaboration and education is all about. Good Luck!
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