Sunday, October 9, 2016
Sunday, September 25, 2016
Final Evaluation
My Reflection
1. My favorite discoveries or exercises on this learning journey were finally learning how to make a Google Form. I can't believe that I had never taken the time to just explore and teach myself. It was so easy, but I always told myself it would be challenging. I also enjoyed Socrative, now I give my kids exit tickets and quizzes in there, and I love that they only have to remember 1 room name and use the same room name all year long. Image from nlwirth.com
2. These tools have assisted my learning goals for the better. I now don't have so much to grade, and I get instant feedback on the kids progress. You can also see the question analysis and instantly determine if I need to do a quick reteaching mini lesson the following day.
3. There were several take-a-ways from the 16 Things exercises that surprised me, such as how easy a Google Form was to make, as well as the reminder to myself of all that the iTunes podcasts have to offer. I spend so much time searching for the perfect videos for my kids to view, and I totally forgot about the Kid2kid videos. I also really enjoy creating a blog and better understand how to embed videos in my post.
4. I love the way this assignment was presented, because you modeled what you expected us to do. Often times, as educators, we list out our instructions for the students to follow, but for our visual learners that does not work very well. What a better way was it for us to not only see you using the tool but embedding the details within your posts. Awesome execution. This saved so much time.
My next steps will be to...
maintain my blog as an educational journal
adding my blog URL to my e-mail signature line
sharing my blog with my colleagues and administrators
and to continue being a lifelong learner.
Thing #16
I created a slide show with my ballpark photos. I was disappointed because it lets you use YouTube to search for background music and I even added "Take me out to the ballgame" song, but then when I proceeded to download my final show, it said YouTube doesn't allow you to download it. I then went with one of their songs instead. I could have the students turn in their assignments using Photo Peach, even group work. I could have them include a title, text, and images. I could have them create a slideshow using real images of the moon in it's different phases, put them in order, and label them. Maybe if they had to create it, and review it several times, it would actually stick in their minds. I could require them to take the pictures themselves, too.
Thing #15
Skype
Prior to exploring Skype for this assignment, I had very little experience with all Skype has to offer. For years, I only knew it as a messaging system, a way to connect with someone in another location. After researching and visiting other podcasts, blogs, and websites, the educational benefits are exciting. I can not wait to bring my team members on board and collaborate on other ways we can bring it into the classroom. I do not want to just rush things without making sure we are utilizing it to its full potential. I am looking forward to taking to the kids on a virtual field trip with Skype next semester, where we can immerse the class in a different ecological setting, and have them communicate with a guest speaker in the rain forest/marine ecosystem, or the like, to discuss some conservation efforts, and human global impact on ocean systems. For years we have assigned the students to groups and had them read articles and conduct additional research, but I feel that providing real world opportunities and examples for the students to make connections, would definitely prove to be more beneficial in the long run, and possibly even turn some of them to pursue science careers. In addition to virtual field trips and guest speaker opportunities, I explored lessons that other educators have created using Skype. I even found something I want to customize/edit to include in my WebQuest that I would never have thought of otherwise. I am so glad I was able to explore Skype some more because just last week our District presented a training on the new features of Office 365, and Skype was one of them. We got to set it up in our work accounts and will use it also for lesson planning, with our team members. How exciting!
Thing #14
Podcasting
I love Apple, so exploring Texas Education iTunes Podcasts was awesome. I already subscribe to OnTRACK for College Readiness Grade 8 Science Kid2Kid Videos, which are amazing because they have videos for all of the Readiness TEKS. I also love the features as far, as speeding up the videos and listening at a faster, or slower rate. I also appreciate that all of the videos are also available in Spanish, for my Spanish speaking ELL's, as a supplement to the days lesson. I also spent some time browsing and subscribed to Digital Discoveries El Paso ISD Instructional Technology collection. I specifically found their Skype video to be very helpful as I prepare to use Skype for my next "thing".
I love Apple, so exploring Texas Education iTunes Podcasts was awesome. I already subscribe to OnTRACK for College Readiness Grade 8 Science Kid2Kid Videos, which are amazing because they have videos for all of the Readiness TEKS. I also love the features as far, as speeding up the videos and listening at a faster, or slower rate. I also appreciate that all of the videos are also available in Spanish, for my Spanish speaking ELL's, as a supplement to the days lesson. I also spent some time browsing and subscribed to Digital Discoveries El Paso ISD Instructional Technology collection. I specifically found their Skype video to be very helpful as I prepare to use Skype for my next "thing".
Thing #13
Using YouTube
I am already pretty familiar with using YouTube, but I used this opportunity to explore another video making web tool, Stupeflix. Stupeflix was so easy and after adding music, text and pictures, I was then able to upload my video to YouTube. I decided to look through my Shutterfly account, and I used pictures of my mom her last 4 years of life. I still miss her very much. See the video below.
As far as using YouTube for educational purposes, I think that it has many advantages. I often assign my students videos from YouTube, to view and answer questions. The kids do not run into problems, on any device, watching YouTube videos, which I love. There are always issues with other website that run flash. I also think it's a good idea for the kids to upload their videos on YouTube so they can be accessible to other classmates. File sharing and posting is often an issue because the videos are too large to send and share, with YouTube, this would not be an issue. They would also be searchable and the students could create a portfolio with all of the videos they have created all year long. The possibilities are endless.
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Thing #12
Discovering YouTube
I have been using YouTube for years in my classroom. I use it for various different parts of the lesson cycle as well as for homework and practice. My classroom is a hybrid of a flipped classroom, and every week the students are assigned a snapshot assignment that almost always includes a video to view and answer questions/summarize for the upcoming lesson. I use a lot of YouTube videos because there is so much good material that is already created by other educators, or students like themselves. I do with they site had more search options that would allow you to filter out what you are looking for, or maybe even a place where only educators can share/sort videos by objective/lesson. I know the like button is there and you can add it to your favorites, but being able to see what other educators recommend on the site itself would be more beneficial. The subscription option only applies to one person/page, so I would like something more general. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with everything that is out there, that it is hard to narrow it down to something concrete, accurate, and valuable. The video I choose below, is a video that reviews Newton's Laws of Motion. I plan on setting up a station on review day for the students to visit, answer a few questions, and reflect about.
I love how easy Blogger works with YouTube to embed my video in my post.
I have been using YouTube for years in my classroom. I use it for various different parts of the lesson cycle as well as for homework and practice. My classroom is a hybrid of a flipped classroom, and every week the students are assigned a snapshot assignment that almost always includes a video to view and answer questions/summarize for the upcoming lesson. I use a lot of YouTube videos because there is so much good material that is already created by other educators, or students like themselves. I do with they site had more search options that would allow you to filter out what you are looking for, or maybe even a place where only educators can share/sort videos by objective/lesson. I know the like button is there and you can add it to your favorites, but being able to see what other educators recommend on the site itself would be more beneficial. The subscription option only applies to one person/page, so I would like something more general. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with everything that is out there, that it is hard to narrow it down to something concrete, accurate, and valuable. The video I choose below, is a video that reviews Newton's Laws of Motion. I plan on setting up a station on review day for the students to visit, answer a few questions, and reflect about.
Monday, September 19, 2016
Thing #11
Discovering Presentation Tools
I was already pretty familiar with Prezi and Animoto, so I decided to give Kizoa a try. This tool is a pretty neat took after you learn all of its features. I spent longer than I wanted to creating a simple video for an introduction to an upcoming assignment. Instead of using powerpoint to present the assignment, I created a Kizoa. I think my kids will appreciate the music, flash, and images. You can view the video above. The actual assignment is for the students to chose a sport and relate it to all 3 laws of motion.
I know it seems basic, but until I play around some more, it was taking me quite a while to figure things out. Although I could have googled or youtubed it, I am more of the exploratory type and learn better when I actually get my hands wet and make mistakes. I do not think it was that user friendly initially, but once you get the hang of things, it is just repetition. I did like that images and other video clips could be imported fairly easy. I did not like the font choices or designs. I wanted just plain text over my images, but I could not figure out how to do that. It seems as though you are just limited to what is there. I also could not figure out how to make the music seamless. I had to drop the music in every frame, so each time there is a transition, the music stops and then starts again. Regardless of the few dislikes, it is still a pretty cool free tool that can be used to enhance classroom instruction. I think that as educators we need to add more variety in our delivery of instruction to better engage our students. I have my students create various products throughout the year and this will be another tool I will share with them as a choice to use.
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Thing #10
Discovering Animation Tools
I explored and created an animated cartoon on Voki that I will use to welcome my physicist to Newton's 3 laws of motion. It was pretty easy and you have options for changing the clothes, accessories, colors, backgrounds, voice languages and accents, and even genders. I think it is a good idea to change up your lessons so that the kids aren't always listening to me talk. You are also able to create a presentation and have your character speak the entire time. You can even use your own voice and record yourself while using the character. I think this is good idea to use for absent students, as well as for the students to review the days lesson. It can be posted on edmodo for accessibility. This would benefit our ELL's big time because they are listening, speaking, hearing, and writing. A goal of mine is to develop digital lessons for all my topics and next year to flip my entire classroom. I am using a hybrid model this year, and so far that it has been good. I wish there were a few more options for characters, and it would be cool if you could actually create your own character. Below is the link for the quick voki I made.
Newton's Laws Welcome
I also played around with PowToon some and am excited about having the students create videos using this tool for Newton's Laws of Motion. I am currently creating one to post my expectations for their videos. I also like that that are several preloaded templates, and all you have to do is edit them to fit your needs instead of having to create them from scratch, although that option is there as well. Since we previously researched collaboration and real time sharing/editing across multiple users, it would be nice if PowToons expanded their options and added group editing. I could assign my students a group assignment in class on the iPads, and they could collaborate and work together to crete their final product. Due to me being a perfectionist and all the individual text boxes, images, animations you have to add individually, this is taking a lot longer than I wish it did. I even went the template route. Maybe in a future update they could make it a little more user friendly.
I explored and created an animated cartoon on Voki that I will use to welcome my physicist to Newton's 3 laws of motion. It was pretty easy and you have options for changing the clothes, accessories, colors, backgrounds, voice languages and accents, and even genders. I think it is a good idea to change up your lessons so that the kids aren't always listening to me talk. You are also able to create a presentation and have your character speak the entire time. You can even use your own voice and record yourself while using the character. I think this is good idea to use for absent students, as well as for the students to review the days lesson. It can be posted on edmodo for accessibility. This would benefit our ELL's big time because they are listening, speaking, hearing, and writing. A goal of mine is to develop digital lessons for all my topics and next year to flip my entire classroom. I am using a hybrid model this year, and so far that it has been good. I wish there were a few more options for characters, and it would be cool if you could actually create your own character. Below is the link for the quick voki I made.Newton's Laws Welcome
I also played around with PowToon some and am excited about having the students create videos using this tool for Newton's Laws of Motion. I am currently creating one to post my expectations for their videos. I also like that that are several preloaded templates, and all you have to do is edit them to fit your needs instead of having to create them from scratch, although that option is there as well. Since we previously researched collaboration and real time sharing/editing across multiple users, it would be nice if PowToons expanded their options and added group editing. I could assign my students a group assignment in class on the iPads, and they could collaborate and work together to crete their final product. Due to me being a perfectionist and all the individual text boxes, images, animations you have to add individually, this is taking a lot longer than I wish it did. I even went the template route. Maybe in a future update they could make it a little more user friendly.
Thing #9
Online Productivity Tools
This school year our District has totally switched over to Office 365, so I am getting used to web-based word processing and using the other online office tools. Zoho Docs (image courtesy of http://blog.sagitaz.com/rcarpetas-compartidas-compartir-archivos-y-colaboracion-en-equipo-facil-zoho-docs/) is pretty similar to office 365 and Google Drive. I appreciate that there are other options for creating presentations, documents, and spreadsheets for those who do not have access or do not want to purchase office software. I do think the sharing capabilities are pretty easy to use in Zoho and you can easily post your creation on your blog or in an e-mail. It was also pretty easy to upload existing documents into Zoho that you want to share and edit as a team. If our District did not have Office 365, I would use Zoho to work on team assessments. I also played with the survey options on Zoho since I just recently explored Google Forms. Zoho Survey and Google Forms are very similar, however I did not see the pre-loaded/created template options on Google Forms like those that are available on Zoho. Zoho Survey templates at least provides a skeleton that you can cut, paste and customize as you please. I think it is neat that you can also chat with group members of your various projects in instant messaging. I miss those days. I took some time to create an exit ticket that I plan on sharing with my team members. Click on link below to access.
Zoho Doc-Exit Ticket & Tweet
Zoho Doc-Exit Ticket & Tweet
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Thing #8
Quizzes & Assessment Tools
I am so glad that I dove into the online assessment tool exploration. I learned so much about creating quick assessments in both Google Forms and Socrative. I have the iPads checked out tomorrow, and will be able to incorporate both a quiz and exit ticket into my lesson on Speed. I will have the students review Speed, Velocity and Acceleration using the short answer questions I typed into the Google Form Document, and then at the end of class I will use the Speed Calculations Exit Ticket I created in Socrative. I even shared my knowledge with the Social Studies Department Chair across the hall. I also learned how to download a print version of the exit ticket for my students that need a hard copy. In the future, I want to create more quizzes (with more questions) and have the students play the race that will tap into their competitive side. I have always wanted to learn how to create surveys and forms in Google and I have finally learned. I love the capabilities for creating a spreadsheet with the results as well. I could even chose to use this an informal assessment to access prior knowledge, being that speed was previously taught in 6th grade (maybe I will do that next year with this same document). Below are two assessments that I created. I will also add that I currently use kahoot as an assessment tool and I put the students in teams, and have them compete with each other as test review.
I am so glad that I dove into the online assessment tool exploration. I learned so much about creating quick assessments in both Google Forms and Socrative. I have the iPads checked out tomorrow, and will be able to incorporate both a quiz and exit ticket into my lesson on Speed. I will have the students review Speed, Velocity and Acceleration using the short answer questions I typed into the Google Form Document, and then at the end of class I will use the Speed Calculations Exit Ticket I created in Socrative. I even shared my knowledge with the Social Studies Department Chair across the hall. I also learned how to download a print version of the exit ticket for my students that need a hard copy. In the future, I want to create more quizzes (with more questions) and have the students play the race that will tap into their competitive side. I have always wanted to learn how to create surveys and forms in Google and I have finally learned. I love the capabilities for creating a spreadsheet with the results as well. I could even chose to use this an informal assessment to access prior knowledge, being that speed was previously taught in 6th grade (maybe I will do that next year with this same document). Below are two assessments that I created. I will also add that I currently use kahoot as an assessment tool and I put the students in teams, and have them compete with each other as test review.
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Thing #7
Wikis
I explored a few Web 2.0 Wikis, specifically teacher Web 2.0 tools. I created a profile with Tracky, so I could understand it's uses a little better, and I am glad I did. I love the ability to connect.collaborate.share. It is a one stop shop where I am able to consolidate my projects (both personal and professional) in one place. I can chose to add people to certain projects and create groups or communities. It also let's you attach the digital files you may need to complete the task or share with others.
I also explored Imakiku (image below was a snapshot from their website video), and love the idea of taking a lecture to a whole new interactive level. This tool would allow me to communicate with my students in real time and get quick honest feedback that I can use immediately to create additional questions or extensions to my lesson. You can also create surveys for the students to complete at the end of the lesson, as a reflection piece. The only drawback was that it is free for only a trial period. I am not sure this is something I could afford, in addition to the other tools I incorporate into my teaching.
I explored a few Web 2.0 Wikis, specifically teacher Web 2.0 tools. I created a profile with Tracky, so I could understand it's uses a little better, and I am glad I did. I love the ability to connect.collaborate.share. It is a one stop shop where I am able to consolidate my projects (both personal and professional) in one place. I can chose to add people to certain projects and create groups or communities. It also let's you attach the digital files you may need to complete the task or share with others.
I also explored Imakiku (image below was a snapshot from their website video), and love the idea of taking a lecture to a whole new interactive level. This tool would allow me to communicate with my students in real time and get quick honest feedback that I can use immediately to create additional questions or extensions to my lesson. You can also create surveys for the students to complete at the end of the lesson, as a reflection piece. The only drawback was that it is free for only a trial period. I am not sure this is something I could afford, in addition to the other tools I incorporate into my teaching.
Thing #6
Image Generators
I explored 3 different Image Generators-Wowed, Wordsalad, and Phoetic. I enjoyed the image generators quite a bit, and am still thinking of ways to incorporate them in my lessons. Above are two that I created with Wowed (left) and Wordsalad (below).
I chose to manually enter my text because I wanted to create something I could display for a warm up in class today, since we are currently on our Force and Motion Unit. Since the students already have somewhat of an understanding, I could use this as an assessment tool and have them look at the image, and identify words that do not belong in the grouping, or are the least related to each other. I could also do the opposite, and have them pick 3 terms and ask them to explain the relationship between the terms. I also would like to use this for my next unit as a pre-assessment and have students brainstorm definitions, and synonyms for the new unit vocabulary list. This could create a visual image for the students and myself to see their prior knowledge and help me to identify any misconceptions.
I also explored BigHugeLabs and created a magazine cover for Newton's Laws. I will add this as a product option when the students complete their Newton's Laws Project.
I explored 3 different Image Generators-Wowed, Wordsalad, and Phoetic. I enjoyed the image generators quite a bit, and am still thinking of ways to incorporate them in my lessons. Above are two that I created with Wowed (left) and Wordsalad (below).
I chose to manually enter my text because I wanted to create something I could display for a warm up in class today, since we are currently on our Force and Motion Unit. Since the students already have somewhat of an understanding, I could use this as an assessment tool and have them look at the image, and identify words that do not belong in the grouping, or are the least related to each other. I could also do the opposite, and have them pick 3 terms and ask them to explain the relationship between the terms. I also would like to use this for my next unit as a pre-assessment and have students brainstorm definitions, and synonyms for the new unit vocabulary list. This could create a visual image for the students and myself to see their prior knowledge and help me to identify any misconceptions.
I also explored BigHugeLabs and created a magazine cover for Newton's Laws. I will add this as a product option when the students complete their Newton's Laws Project.
Monday, September 5, 2016
Thing #5
Image Mashups
So far, this "thing" was the most challenging for me. I tried various ones, and even researched mashups and still don't quite understand how they can be used effectively in education. The mashup I enjoyed the most, was Montager. I am just skeptical about using it in class, because of the security and appropriateness of the pictures that are associated with the searchable tag. I definitely see how this could be beneficial and useful in my personal life, but will be looking to my peers on how to incorporate this in my science classes. I took a screenshot of a mashup I created using the tag:moon. This one looked pretty cool to me. I tried searching, Isaac Newton, science, force, and mass and was not impressed with the individual images used to create the mosaic. I also downloaded Mosaiker, and just couldn't quite understand it either. Maybe I need to watch some more you tube videos.
So far, this "thing" was the most challenging for me. I tried various ones, and even researched mashups and still don't quite understand how they can be used effectively in education. The mashup I enjoyed the most, was Montager. I am just skeptical about using it in class, because of the security and appropriateness of the pictures that are associated with the searchable tag. I definitely see how this could be beneficial and useful in my personal life, but will be looking to my peers on how to incorporate this in my science classes. I took a screenshot of a mashup I created using the tag:moon. This one looked pretty cool to me. I tried searching, Isaac Newton, science, force, and mass and was not impressed with the individual images used to create the mosaic. I also downloaded Mosaiker, and just couldn't quite understand it either. Maybe I need to watch some more you tube videos.
Sunday, August 28, 2016
Thing #4
Image Sharing
This summer my family decided to take a road trip to Dallas. We left Richmond Thursday afternoon, and arrived early evening. My daughter and Husband went down to the pool and my son and I stayed in the hotel room and relaxed. About an hour and a half later I put on the TV and saw a breaking news headline, that there was a shooting in downtown Dallas, and officers were shot. I had not been to Dallas in over 15 years, and the day we decide to go, there was sadness and chaos in Dallas. I will never forget that day. By the hour, things progressively got worse. Several police officers lost their lives, due to a senseless act of violence.
Despite the sadness and disbelief, we spent the next few days taking the kids to the Lego Discovery Center, Rainforest Cafe, a Rangers Baseball Game, American Girl, and even visited Carlos' Bakery. Before leaving, we stopped by the Dallas Police Department's Headquarters to pay our respects. The picture collage below depicts the raw emotions felt by people from around the world. Through the pain and suffering, we lift each other up and unite as one. Let's not forget to hold our loved ones tight and cherish our time together.
I also uploaded the picture to flickr and it is available online. #dallasstrong
This summer my family decided to take a road trip to Dallas. We left Richmond Thursday afternoon, and arrived early evening. My daughter and Husband went down to the pool and my son and I stayed in the hotel room and relaxed. About an hour and a half later I put on the TV and saw a breaking news headline, that there was a shooting in downtown Dallas, and officers were shot. I had not been to Dallas in over 15 years, and the day we decide to go, there was sadness and chaos in Dallas. I will never forget that day. By the hour, things progressively got worse. Several police officers lost their lives, due to a senseless act of violence.
Despite the sadness and disbelief, we spent the next few days taking the kids to the Lego Discovery Center, Rainforest Cafe, a Rangers Baseball Game, American Girl, and even visited Carlos' Bakery. Before leaving, we stopped by the Dallas Police Department's Headquarters to pay our respects. The picture collage below depicts the raw emotions felt by people from around the world. Through the pain and suffering, we lift each other up and unite as one. Let's not forget to hold our loved ones tight and cherish our time together.
I also uploaded the picture to flickr and it is available online. #dallasstrong
Thing #3
Digital Photo Editing
I tried out some of the recommended photo editing websites. The picture with my daughter and I (picture is about 3 years old), was edited with Fotoflexer. I loved that you are able to adjust the density and size of some of the filters and effects. I chose to change the colors of this picture from the original picture and I added a border. I love that you are not limited to certain colors and can completely customize the colors to whatever color scheme you need.
Below is a picture of my family that we took on the first day of this school year. I edited it using Pixlr. I just loved it so much that I had to download the app on my phone as well. I changed the colors, added text, a border, and a few other minor edits. I am a big time photo editor and use Moldiv, Tadaa, and Pic Collage pretty routinely.
Below is a picture of my family that we took on the first day of this school year. I edited it using Pixlr. I just loved it so much that I had to download the app on my phone as well. I changed the colors, added text, a border, and a few other minor edits. I am a big time photo editor and use Moldiv, Tadaa, and Pic Collage pretty routinely.
Thing #2
Blogging
I set up and designed my new professional blog with Blogger. (Image courtesy of www.spiceupyourblog.com). This was rather fun for me. I enjoyed customizing the design so that it reflects my style and who I am. I chose the grass and flowers template to reflect my earthy environmental science side. I also chose a photographer picture for the background, as I do enjoy taking pictures and capturing life's precious memorable moments. When looking through the lens, you focus on what is important. Often times that are other happenings in the background (distractions and outliers) but through your vision, you create and capture a snapshot to relive in the future. Hopefully that was not too deep, lol. I think blogging is an awesome tool that will allow me an outlet to share my knowledge with others and express my opinions. I will let my voice be heard. I look forward to learning more and seeing what else blogging has to offer.
I set up and designed my new professional blog with Blogger. (Image courtesy of www.spiceupyourblog.com). This was rather fun for me. I enjoyed customizing the design so that it reflects my style and who I am. I chose the grass and flowers template to reflect my earthy environmental science side. I also chose a photographer picture for the background, as I do enjoy taking pictures and capturing life's precious memorable moments. When looking through the lens, you focus on what is important. Often times that are other happenings in the background (distractions and outliers) but through your vision, you create and capture a snapshot to relive in the future. Hopefully that was not too deep, lol. I think blogging is an awesome tool that will allow me an outlet to share my knowledge with others and express my opinions. I will let my voice be heard. I look forward to learning more and seeing what else blogging has to offer.
Thing #1
7 1/2 Habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners
After reading the 7 1/2 habits, I reflected on all of them for a while to figure out what I do well with and which ones I need to improve. My easiest habit is accepting responsibility for my own learning. I am a self motivated and self disciplined learner and will work at something until I get it as perfect as possible. The sky is the limit, and we are the only ones who get in the way of our goals and dreams. If there is something I want to achieve, all I need to do is make my mind up, and accomplish it! This can be applied to various areas of my life.
With that being said, I also came to the realization that I need to play more. I am a serious person, and because I hold myself accountable for my successes and set backs, I spend long hours perfecting my skills. I made a promise to myself, that I must stop every now and then to enjoy the simple things in life. If I plan on taking on the next challenges, I must have a fresh and open mind. I am only going to live once. My kids are only going to have one Mom. I must allow myself time to re energize my soul and love on my family and friends.
I am committed and excited to take on the challenges of this course.
My Learning Contract
Image courtesy of www.amazon.com.
After reading the 7 1/2 habits, I reflected on all of them for a while to figure out what I do well with and which ones I need to improve. My easiest habit is accepting responsibility for my own learning. I am a self motivated and self disciplined learner and will work at something until I get it as perfect as possible. The sky is the limit, and we are the only ones who get in the way of our goals and dreams. If there is something I want to achieve, all I need to do is make my mind up, and accomplish it! This can be applied to various areas of my life.
With that being said, I also came to the realization that I need to play more. I am a serious person, and because I hold myself accountable for my successes and set backs, I spend long hours perfecting my skills. I made a promise to myself, that I must stop every now and then to enjoy the simple things in life. If I plan on taking on the next challenges, I must have a fresh and open mind. I am only going to live once. My kids are only going to have one Mom. I must allow myself time to re energize my soul and love on my family and friends.
I am committed and excited to take on the challenges of this course.
My Learning Contract
Image courtesy of www.amazon.com.
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