DFI_Session 1

1. What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy? 

Today I learnt about the original literacy cycles created by teachers in the Tamaki schools. These cycles emerged into the Learn, Create, Share model.

2. What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional? 

Today I learnt a great deal more about using google docs. It seems like a basic word processing tool, so I was amazed by the extra features it has. I have heard teachers in my school talking about the voice typing tool, but as a junior teacher I wasn't too interested in it. Now I know where it is and how it can be incorporated into lessons. In regards to my workflow, it was a good opportunity to tidy up my google docs and I opted for Kerry's numbering system for my folders.

3. What did I learn that could be used with my learners? 

My learners could use voice typing. I teach new entrants so I am not sure about other tools to use with them. However, I have learnt a great deal about google features which will benefit me for working smarter.

4. What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life? 

Having a DFI course online from my own home was terrific. I was able to hang out washing in my breaks and I worked very efficiently in our group sessions to create a doc to use because we were heads down, microphones off. It will save me a lot of travel time by having the course online and create far more personal time. In saying that though, I might just get excited by new ideas and spend a lot of evenings creating digital resources.

Today's Core Business Slide