This week was a lot of fun, getting to see everyone´s PPT. And the discussion on Large Classes is something I can definitely relate to. When we have conferences with teacher from other places here in Nicaragua that are not the capital, having large classes is always a hot topic. The discussion go on as who is at fault, why it doesn´t improve, teachers are tired, students are not learning……and do on. But in the end all those teachers attended these conferences because they wish to improve as teachers. And during breaks you will hear conversations between them, on tips and ideas to engage and motivate such a numerous group. Jajajaja
My bump on the road this week was my lack of high tech knowledge or practice. My PPT usually were not even animated, and because of my poor knowledge would seldom do PPT. But now, it’s a challenge I’m willing to undergo.
Hi Glenda,
ReplyDeleteThe same thing you have decsribed about the teachers and their problems happens here in Serbia as well. Of course, some of these problems cannot or can hardly be solved, but what we can do is share our experiences and ideas in order to help each other and to engage large groups of students.
I am sure I can learn a lot from each of the participants, no matter how skillful at using technology he or she is. I am looking forward to sharing ideas for the lessons with you and with other teachers.
Marija