12. 6.19

DFI 12.6.19

Thoughts, ideas and my reflections

Today I learnt how to use Google Hangouts.  Learning a new skill is hard and frustrating, but when it all clicks into place you feel so proud of yourself.  I managed to click on every available button before I worked out how to create a new 'Hangout' space.  Once I figured out how to create the meeting spot I invited colleagues to participate.  Next time I will take on a different role to ensure I learn lots of new skills and challenge myself.  

What do I feel confident using?

1.  Hangouts - create a group, join a group, send invites, present and share my screen.  Notes - do not try and do this in a room with lots of people, it is way too noisy.  Speak normally.

2.  Filters - organise my emails into groups.  Set filters so I don't have to wade through thousands of emails.  

3.  Using hangouts to create an online study group - we could share ideas and present information without having to physically be in the same place.  This could be used to have pre-exam revision discussions etc.  Below is  the videos hangout session I had today...it was a learning experience. 

4.  Blogging - after reading the student blogs I realise how we could use this for the reading responses in Level 1 and 2.   Students could upload videos of themselves discussing the texts, or use voice to type to write their blog.  I am confident that I could make this a really fun and exciting learning activity.  I think the students would enjoy having their own space to write, reflect and think about their learning.  

• What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?
• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?
• What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  
• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?