Since my goal is to improve in the following...
2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments
5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership
I will need to requisition certain information and materials.
Firstly, in order to develop digital age lesson plans I will need updated equipment for my classroom. Technology goes out of date so very quickly in schools. Its so hard to stay at the front of the curve. In order to offer my students genuinely useful digital opportunities I will need my computers to be up to date. I will need my yearly equipment replaced quickly and efficiently and at the same time I will need the opportunity to request new pieces of technology for my students. I have already dealt with procuring new computers for my lab and replacing parts for my kits. I have been in talks about procuring new software programs that will target my student's needs and give them an opportunity for advancement.
To develop myself in the second area I will need constant exposure to professionals. I will need to place myself in groups and meetings where I am expected to grow and take part in a learning community. It is not enough to plateau in education. One must be constantly striving to improve. Another thing I may need is funds to continue classes and learning at a higher level. My district pays for some but not all of my higher level education. Im already here at Walden learning and improving my skill set.
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It sounds like you are making good progress with your GAME plan. You bring up good points on the funding issue. Schools need funds to provide up to date technology and to provide professional development for its teachers. Unfortunately, with today’s economy, these funds are not always there and I work in a large, affluent school system. I can only imagine what it is like in other systems. You are very fortunate that your system will be able to replace and upgrade your equipment in a timely fashion.
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned that your system pays for part of your higher level learning. How fortunate for you! I wish someone would pick up at least part of my Walden tab!
We are experiencing horrific budget cuts in our district. This year was pretty scary and next year will be even worse. Do you think funding will be a major issue for your program and your GAME plan?
ReplyDeleteWhat technology software do you currently have? You are right that equipment needs to be up to date. I just pray the economy will turn around soon.
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