Looking back on my GAME plan, I think I was a bit ambitious with my time frame. Although I did not make as much progress as quickly as I had planned, I still believe my plan was beneficial. The insights I have gained both from this course and my GAME plan can be applied in my instruction.
First, I came to realize what a great resources my colleagues could be. As I was trying to figure out how to use the new Mobi tool, my fellow teachers were helpful in offering me thoughts on their own experiences using the device. This helped me develop some ideas as to how I may want to utilize this tool with my own students.
I also plan to incorporate Problem Based Learning into my instruction. Not only is this strategy more learner-centered, but it is very motivating for students. PBL involves a real-world problem that students solve as self-directed learners (Ertmer & Simons, 2006). It seems like a daunting task, but I plan to modify some of my current projects to better reflect PBL principles.
Finally, my new familiarity with the NET-S standards has made me believe in the importance of incorporating these goals into my instruction. I would like to collaborate with the teachers with whom I coteach to infuse these standards into their classes. I know each teacher has a different style, so I look forward to seeing how each one chooses to utilize these technology goals in their classrooms. Overall, this course gave me insights into the various ways technology can be incorporated into learning. I am excited, both for myself and for my students, to begin applying these new strategies.
Ertmer, P., & Simons, K. (Spring 2006). Jumping the PBL implementation hurdle: Supporting the efforts of K-12 teachers. The Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning, 1(1), 40-54. Retrieved from http://docs.lib.purdue.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1005&context=ijpbl.
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