In order to improve the effectiveness of my own instruction I feel that I could most improve in the following NETS standards.
Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to
maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S. Teachers:
a. design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity
d. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology
standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching (http://www.iste.org)
I plan on addressing "a." by learning more about the design of authentic experiences by reaching out to colleagues who have used technology to cover multiple content areas. By finding out resources that address core content areas from tose who have effecively used then I will be better equipped to practice and share theses ideas.
I would also like to address standard "d.", which I consider to be my weakest area in the NETS-T standards. I hope to evaluate and extend my learning of this area by examining research both online and in textbooks. My progress will be monitored by comparing the variety of assessments in future lesson plans with those found in plans that I am presently using. I will also be able to compare the results of my first semester assessment with those of the second semester and measure the effectiveness of each.
Response to Daryl from Dierdre
ReplyDeleteUsing colleagues as a resource for best practices is a great idea. They usually have a vast array of experiences and knowledge which can be very helpful when shared. They also can provide insight into oppurtunities and resources available in your field.