GCE L2 Units 10 & 11 Reflection
In Unit 10 I really learned about emphasizing student voice and finding the right tools that can accomplish that goal. I also really liked learning about the 20% projects and making learning a collaborative and flexible way to meet student's needs and provide a platform for their learning. Both units made project based learning stand out to me, finding Google tools to help solve community problems and allowing students to work closely with the community is really inspiring.
I hope to utilize YouTube more with my students. Currently YouTube is really a tool for me as the teacher and presenting information, but I hope to create lessons where students create informational playlists, create their own videos, possible hold a Live session for community members or other students. Google Groups also looks really important in having another form of discussion that can be more content/thematic based rather than tied with a class or specific cohorts. I think it could provide life long learning opportunities and even allow for students to connect with experts in the real world, or students who have graduated, etc.
Hey Jordan! I too learned about the 20% project and how it can lead to student self-efficacy in their learning! It's something I can definitely see myself implementing in the classroom at a secondary level. YouTube was always something I just used to share videos with, however now I feel like there is so much more that can be done. I like the idea of class playlists for studying or videos that helped explain certain economic concepts. That way I can share the playlist for other students/classes to help them!
ReplyDeleteJordan, I really love your ideas of YouTube for students. You go beyond the typical creating playlists and mention creating their OWN videos or utilizing YouTube Live to hold sessions for others! LOVE IT! Putting students in the driver seat and asking them to explain or teach others is a great way for them to solidify their learning and share it creatively with an authentic audience. BRAVO!
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