The problem causes me to really dig into my memory and remember teachers that I subbed for/with many years ago. One teacher, had a smart board which she had each student take their picture from absent (on one side of the board) to here (on the other side of the board). Throughout the class, students were chosen to answer different questions by using the smart board answers. When they were put in groups, the teacher also was able to use the smart board to show them what groups they were in. If they had questions about a test or activity, they could always use the teachers website to find out the answers or ask questions. Because of all of this I feel as if she was making Empowered Learners. She was able to inspire and engage students to become active members in the classroom. Below is an example of a tech tool called "Empower" that could help this teacher further achieve her goal.
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
What Teacher Exemplifies a Visionary Leader According to ISTE Standards?
When tasked with a prompt such as this, I became stumped. The reason for this is because the school that I belong to is a newer program that is behind the times when it comes to technology. We still have regular white boards and textbooks. It is a classroom that Sheninger warns against because it has not changed with the times. So because of this, blame cannot be shifted to the teachers nor the adminstrators. Budget constrants are a real factor in this type of school.
The problem causes me to really dig into my memory and remember teachers that I subbed for/with many years ago. One teacher, had a smart board which she had each student take their picture from absent (on one side of the board) to here (on the other side of the board). Throughout the class, students were chosen to answer different questions by using the smart board answers. When they were put in groups, the teacher also was able to use the smart board to show them what groups they were in. If they had questions about a test or activity, they could always use the teachers website to find out the answers or ask questions. Because of all of this I feel as if she was making Empowered Learners. She was able to inspire and engage students to become active members in the classroom. Below is an example of a tech tool called "Empower" that could help this teacher further achieve her goal.
I feel as if my visionary leadership characteristics are lacking. The reason for this is because of budget constraints, as I stated earlier. However, after my first class in Technology and Communication, I decided to reach out to my current building principal to use some of the technologies that I had learned about. He seemed as if he liked the idea and would love his staff to strive to become visionary leaders. So hopefully we can continue to make great strides toward being Visionary Leaders.
The problem causes me to really dig into my memory and remember teachers that I subbed for/with many years ago. One teacher, had a smart board which she had each student take their picture from absent (on one side of the board) to here (on the other side of the board). Throughout the class, students were chosen to answer different questions by using the smart board answers. When they were put in groups, the teacher also was able to use the smart board to show them what groups they were in. If they had questions about a test or activity, they could always use the teachers website to find out the answers or ask questions. Because of all of this I feel as if she was making Empowered Learners. She was able to inspire and engage students to become active members in the classroom. Below is an example of a tech tool called "Empower" that could help this teacher further achieve her goal.
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Caleb,
ReplyDeleteI like the video you inserted. Empower seems as though it could be very useful for students, teachers, administrators and families. I really like the progress monitoring available through Empower, as progress monitoring is lacking in our district at this time.
Great video! I enjoyed watching it. I love these blogs and utilizing Blackboard for this course. I have enjoyed the videos the most. I've noticed a few people have shared them on blogs, and Dr. Hilt has shared some on Blackboard. I totally understand why my students enjoy using videos in the classroom. It's engaging and provides key information in a short period of time.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of the progress monitoring tool. This is so useful. Great post!
Caleb, the video you posted is really inspiring. It makes technology seem like it truly can be easily woven into everyday-life for everyone.
ReplyDeleteAlso, it sounds like you will be a good visionary leader in your own school as you are now gaining more knowledge and tools about technology. Your students will surely benefit from you!