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DFI Day 9

Revision:

What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?

The whole 9 weeks of this kaupapa has opened my eyes in terms of experiencing working in the many modes of google. What Dorothy spoke about this morning, the A3 concept of Ubiquitous learning made so much sense. Have an easy transition of the kaupapa 'Learn, Create, Share' through learning anytime, anywhere and any pace gives our learners an opportunity to develop according to where they are at. It was a great way of wrapping up the DFI.  

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?

Having spent a good bit of time over the last week reviewing what we had covered in the google space preparing for the exam, it also gave me time to reflect on the many tools available to me to move into a ubiquitous environment as a leader, one where all the staff can collaborate more effectively. I have gained confidence to move ahead from the microsoft environment to the google environment.

I will keep a catalogue of all the different resources that have been shared with us over the 9 weeks. I can see these as becoming a useful 'go to' place for digital resources.

What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  

I've learnt aspects of google where I can communicate with them more effectively. My students are already ahead of me in a lot of these working environments with all the teachers having already completed DFI, so I can probably learn a lot from them!!

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

I have already set up different forums with friends and family as a result of participating in DFI. 

 Form test

 DFI Day 8

Computational Thinking:

What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?

Equity through access to an affordable device should not be a barrier to students learning. Being active participants in this digital world. Digitally fluent students will enable them to do this.  Spent a good session with Phil on coding. A bit of fun. Check the link! Not sure how if I'd use it but I may as a fun way of interacting with the students. 

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?

This was a great session to reflect on what we are doing with our Digital Technologies. In terms of Paparore, we will need to put all the pieces of the jigsaw together. See what it appropriate for us and that it fits within our local curriculum.Check on staff and teachers where they are at with this and get a collaboration of ideas, thoughts, practices, goals and outcomes we want for our students

What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  

I Think I can use the coding as a motivational tool, programme to connect with students. The important thing for me is ensuring we are enabling teachers to deliver a quality programme and students are engaged in their learning. I need to ensure we prioritise right to have the support and resources to do this! through the 

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

Keep exploring and engaging in the google space so that it becomes second nature! Having the opportunities to do this especially over the last 2-3 sessions has been helpful.

Coding Example

Another Example

 DFI Day 7

Devices:

What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?

The sessions today gave me a greater understanding, an insight to what the teachers at Paparore have being involved in in terms of getting set up to deliver the 'Learn, Create, Share' kaupapa through a digital platform. Exploring how my teachers use the devices as a tool to access and/or capture learning in terms of what an iPad or chromebook offers has been a good insight. I appreciate the work and voyage they have all being on.

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?

I think its given me a greater appreciation of the mahi my staff have done. I know my staff work hard for the betterment of our students [as they should] but our teachers are genuinely hard-working and passionate about the Paparore kaupapa! The last 7 weeks has built my confidence in google apps. There's still a lot to do for me to become completely confident in the google space but I know it will come with time!

What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  

I don't have a class but I realise I need to be the person to support my staff to have the tools/devices necessary to provide a quality learning environment

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

Keep immersing myself in the use of the different tools. Take time to explore what apps could be useful for my role as leader. Collaborate with others to expand our knowledge!

 DFI

Day 6: Enabling Access - Sites

My WiFi was down for a couple of hours [Damn technician turned up early] so once it was reinstated I spent time watching video of site creation. Found this time useful to start another site. Wasn't under pressure with an audience I felt like I could wander off and explore different things! Sir's Practice Site

What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?
The different ways of communicating via a digital platform - there are many ways we can engage with students, teachers, other schools. Creating networks is a great opportunity to communicate in various ways. 

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?
Working at my own pace. I found having the time to myself to work away at developing the foundation of a site was worthwhile

What did I learn that could be used with my learners? 

Sharing the outstanding achievements of the students. The Hapara sessions is worthwhile. Navigating my way around this has given me a greater understanding the usefulness of this as a principal. 

What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

The more I work away with the different google tools is increasing my confidence and capability. Working at my own pace in a slow, structured pace is good for me. Revise and practice! Working out what works best for me and what would be useful in my role as principal

 DFI

Day 5: 'Collaborate'

• What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?

• Everything seemed to come together today. I enjoyed Listening to Dorothy and Kerry this morning talking about Visible learning [and teaching]. It's all about 'no surprises, knowing what is expected. Learning should be visible to learners! Interesting korero about removing barriers but also knowing what the boundaries [expectations] are. I love the idea reinforcing the concept of embracing the technology to making teaching & learning fun!

• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?

• What Kerry had to share about multi modal was motivating. There were a lot of ideas shared that really    made sense and resonated with me. Especially the ways students like to learn. It's not the same for  everyone and we shouldn't assume that our tamariki learn best the way we 'default' to. Giving them the opportunities to create and share in a way that fits them is something we need to embrace. Hooking students into their learning will undoubtedly be easier if this is done.
• I feel like I'm starting to become more comfortable in using the different aspects of google to present. I loved today's session on 'Sites.' I wouldn't have a 'class site' but I will definitely develop a 'Sir's Site' for students and whanau to look at!

• What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  

• Developing a 'principal's site' to sit alongside all the class sites. It would be an area for achievements,

• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

• Time management. Becoming confident enough to work with the different tools in google would give me more time in other areas           

            

 DFI 

Day 4: 'Dealing With Data'

Another great day with lots of new tricks and traits. I was looking forward to this part of DFI because organising data and showing it in an easily-to-read and understand is something that I've been meaning to get to. Being able to manipulate and configure the way a report looks is probably what I want most out of DFI.

• What did I learn that increased my understanding of Manaiakalani kaupapa and pedagogy?

            The basics of working with sheets. [I was in the remedial class]. Had a good play with data. I feel pretty                confident that I have the basics sorted to be able to work with data other than what is on our SMS. Using             data to inform teaching, showing student progress over different times and being able to show Board,                    whanau and the student/s will be helpful. It will lead to evidencing student voice.

• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?

            I enjoyed my first play with forms. Haven't really thought about how I would use it but I'm sure there will                be plenty of opportunities to do so. I am slowly building in confidence with the similarities of functions                    throughout the google suite

• What did I learn that could be used with my learners?  

            Google maps, forms, sheets, they could all be utilised by the learners in their own 'create' space. Giving                students more opportunities to create a graph, a quiz, using maps to display maths, geography, history,                etc. Our learners should be given ample opportunities to create and present their learning in various                     formats!

• What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow in my personal life?

            Working from home is not a barrier. With a possibility of COVID hitting us again, we have the tools and                 capabilities to carry on as 'normally' as possible. Our staff and students are in a space where they can                 carry on with their learning as well as staying connected minimising the health & well-being of our                         tamariki