Reflecting on this course, I have realized the importance of being a part of a learning community. It allows colleagues/classmates to be able to collaborate and exchange ideas with each other. In my field, my team is always working together to find new ways to equip our students with the necessary skills to be successful in fourth grade. We often revisit what worked and didn't work to make the needed adjustments. When you're a part of a learning community, you often learn a lot from each other simply because everyone has their unique thought process and ideas they can bring forth in the community. In my learning community at work, I am often the go-to person for anything that regards technology integration. Sometimes it's important to have roles within your community as well. I believe that's why this degree has been so important in helping me continue to thrive and pour back into those around me with the newfound knowledge I am receiving through the ADL program. Within this course, I was able to help my learning community in ways such as providing feedforward and clarity on certain assignment submissions. I have also made sure to engage in discussions while sharing my personal experiences as well. You never know whose heart you can touch by being vulnerable with the experiences you have encountered. I have also been able to consume and apply information or feedforward that was given to me by peers throughout the course.
Outside of my learning communities, I have joined the learning networks below to continue to grow and excel within this program and career.
Teaches practical skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow with video lessons
Shines light on what works best in education by sharing best practices, innovation, and continuous learning necessary to teach effectively in the 21st century.
Helps lighten the load on teachers preventing burnout by providing resources to help teach within the class
The Educators PLN via Ning Sites
Provides downloadable resources, podcasts, and discussions about the use of technology in the classroom
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