Blog Post: Using the GAME Plan Process with Students- Week 7

After going through the GAME Plan Process, I have found that I enjoy having time for reflection and more importantly the collaborative aspects. As an undergrad student, I didn't see "the big picture" and the value in both of these. But by allowing me to see the comments of my peers and envision their methods vs. my own, I have embraced and see there importance.
As for utilizing it within my classroom, that is a big yes! It allows for all performance indicators to be met within the METS-S across the curricula, but more importantly utilize the higher level thinking skills which are so important to utilize in the classroom. I believe with methods like this we can help students to become independent thinkers who also know how to communicate effectively within a collaborative environment. This is so important in the work spaces of today and the fields of the future.

Resource:
https://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForStudents/2007Standards/NETS_for_Students_2007_Standards.pdf

Game Plan Week 6

I feel my game plan is heading in the right direction this week. I have been online a lot trying to connect with other educators by following them on twitter.com and also the blogs of some noteworthy educators I have found along the way. It is fascinating the in site and experience that some people have and are willing to share. I also have been going to some of the sites that have been suggested in the laureate DVD which have also been wonderful.
I think the new goal I have set for myself is to truly dive into the feeds I have subscribed to and try at least 2 new ideas I have found and use them for the upcoming school year. This is not really a NETS-T goal but more of a personal barrier I am trying to overcome. This is a bit out of my comfort zone but I am charging ahead.
I don't really need to improve my learning per se. It is more a challenge of trying something new. I can always adapt, but getting to that step is a tough one.