Week 1: Reflection
I had a great experience this week. I will talk about what I learned from each task.
1. Nicenet Discussion
a) Week1 Discussion-Topic 1: Introduction
In my self-introduction, I wrote about the reason why I wanted to take this course. I also introduced my experience which showed how technology could apply into the extra curriculum. Reading classmates’ self-introduction, I found that classmates had different cultural background and teaching experiences. I think that is wonderful, because we can share many different skills and experiences. I am happy to meet new teachers in this course.
b) Week1 Discussion-Topic 2: Discussions
While discussing the Ground Rules for Discussion, I realized the importance of discussing the ground rules before staring discussion. I just explained the rules of discussion in my class. I now know the way I did was not good enough. That is why students keep forgetting the rules. Students will understand from the bottom of their hearts by examining carefully and discussing the rules. I will let my students discuss the ground rules for discussion in my future class.
I carefully read the rubrics of posts. I sometimes explain the rubrics of certain tasks by using the blackboard. I now think it is better for students to have written rubrics. Students can go over the rubrics as many times as they want. I will give written rubrics to my students.
2. Making a blog
Making a blog is the most exciting experience I had in this week. I found that it was not so difficult to make a blog. I thought it would be difficult to make one. Making a blog is new to me. Thus, I was very careful and read the explanations many times. Having experienced making a blog, I now know how the person would feel when he or she has to try new technology. When I bring new technology in my classes, I have to remember that some students need more support than others depending on the experience of using technology. Making a blog teaches me this.
I am excited to learn new things next week.
Megumi Tabata
Japan
