Write your own reflection based on the experiences during the module journey

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Write your own reflection based on the experiences during the module journey​

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Answer:        Module ReflectionsModule 1 Reflection Despite the advent of numerous technological advances, many educators, parents, and administrators maintain the viewpoint that what worked for them should work for students today. It is becoming increasingly obvious that what worked in classrooms 20 years ago is no longer successful, or in some cases, practical. Students rely heavily on technology outside of school, yet while in school are stripped of their cell phones, iPods, and laptops. I have seen the removal of these items become the focus of school personnel, while I think the solution lies in how these items can further help students learn. I was working as a shadow in a kindergarten class at a time when all of the teachers were getting smart boards installed in their rooms. I had only been out of college for 5 years and had no idea how one functioned- I can only imagine how veteran teachers less technical than I felt! I witnessed firsthand how the technically advanced teachers were called into their coworker’s rooms for technical advice and instructions. I also got to see how the kindergarten teacher integrated the smart board into her daily routines. This piece of technology allowed them to interact with calendars, do math, and even observe eagles in a nest on a live webcam! There was nothing wrong with the way the students were learning prior to the smart board, but their learning was enhanced and brought to a higher quality with the help of this piece of technology. When I read about the various teacher preparation programs in the textbook, I was impressed and a little jealous. I wish my teacher preparation was as thorough as some of the examples! The text referred to teaching as a “sink or swim” profession, and that is so true! My two years of teaching were very isolated and frustrating. I did not have the support of a mentor and believe that having one would have made my time teaching less stressful and more beneficial to my students. It is my belief that more teacher prep programs should follow the footsteps of these programs.

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Write Your Own Reflection Based On The Experiences During The Module Journey

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