I have learned that teaching and learning are inherently complex, that there is no silver bullet to solve all challenges. It is through my new role that I have the opportunity to work with teachers in many contexts with unique challenges, their approaches vary, but in every single school the conversation has centred on the student. I have learned that when we place the student at the centre and collaborate with our colleagues, amazing things can manifest. I am excited by the possibilities provided by technology to not only collaborate but to foster these authentic learning opportunities and wonder what can be done to help connect teachers with similar interests? Are we far from realizing what is explained in the video below?
Most teachers will tell you that they learn as much from their students as they do in return. This may sound cliche, but as I sit down to write this post I know it to be true. This year saw me move from the classroom to a system level role, while I have learned a great deal and definitely something every single day, it pales in comparison to the daily (sometimes hourly) learning that took place within the classroom. The evidence of this can be found throughout this blog. I am constantly impressed by the engaging and authentic tasks that teachers are providing their students. These tasks show evidence of a teacher knowing their students. I have learned that teaching and learning are inherently complex, that there is no silver bullet to solve all challenges. It is through my new role that I have the opportunity to work with teachers in many contexts with unique challenges, their approaches vary, but in every single school the conversation has centred on the student. I have learned that when we place the student at the centre and collaborate with our colleagues, amazing things can manifest. I am excited by the possibilities provided by technology to not only collaborate but to foster these authentic learning opportunities and wonder what can be done to help connect teachers with similar interests? Are we far from realizing what is explained in the video below? Matt Armstrong is interested in creating authentic and meaningful learning opportunities by connecting teachers and students with experts outside of the classroom.
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