yeah!!  I received a distinction for this blog assignment, which I am very happy about!  I have made public the 5 critiques and final summary if you wish to read them…

As Albert Einstein said “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.”

Technology is changing so fast that our students will most likely be going into jobs that will use technology that doesn’t even exist yet!

As teachers of our future generations we must ensure that we provide a learning environment that allows the most creative, productive, thought inspiring, innovative and dynamic learning to take place.

This ‘Did you know 2.0‘ video has some very interesting and thought provoking ideas about what students of today will be facing in the near future.

I know, I can hardly believe it myself – I’m finally in my third year of my teaching degree!  I know it’s a cliche, but it does seem like only yesterday I was making the decision to apply to the four-year degree way back in August 2005.  Now, I can say “I’m in third year!”   Which means, this time next year – OMG!!!  I will be in my last year!!!

Can you tell I am a bit excited?!!  Also, a bit scared.  I love going on prac but the thought of having my own classroom for a whole year just now seems a bit too early – hopefully this time next year I will feel different.

my short explanation of the point of being a teacher….just a fun video

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For a real insight into on ‘being a teacher’ watch Jaime Escalante talk about his life as being a teacher.  To me, it is important to hear other teachers say that ‘you are going to make mistakes, accept that but make sure that you learn from your mistake’.

Jaime also talks about that to be a teacher you need to like kids, have respect, be passionate about what you teach, acknowledge the fact that you will have ups and downs ~ you just have to learn how to deal with it and most importantly don’t quit!