Sunday 30 November 2014

Module 6

Module 6 Assignment 1 Reflection

Assignment 1 consisted of various sections from the Action Plan from the Intel Elements Project Based Approaches course I am currently working on.  This assignment required us to copy and pastes the relevant sections of the Action Plan into the Assignment template provided by the teacher.

I also  stated clear and achievable goals for myself and they had to be related to the future use of project in the classroom.  I also identify at least one challenge faced with project approaches and suggested at least one manageable solution.  
It also looked at  ways  learning in the classroom can be made student­-centred.  

Also I had to have a precise project idea  and  identify 21st century skills
The project also comprised of achievable learning objective related to 21st Century skill development.
Finally The curriculum framing questions were included which contains all three types of questions and they are as follows: essential question, unit question(s), and content question(s).

This assignment was a bit challenging and time consuming however I manage to send off my assignment and draft  in due time.  I work tirelessly on this project so am looking for my hard work   to pay off in Jesus name. This module is great even though I feel a bit lost at times. 

Module 6 Activity 6 Reflection


Module 6

Module 6 Activity 6 Reflection

In this Activity the key ingredient is how I can better engaged my learners in the project process by Identify possible assessment strategies that can be utilized in project and to identify the key areas you will be assessing.  Also Identify more student-centered activities by brainstorming and understanding the project process. Finally this activity prove the opportunities to deepen my understanding of the project planning cycle.

With t careful and effective planning with the organization of the project students will be able to complete project more competently.
This activity allows me to revamp the way I conduct project based assessment in the classroom. 
    

Module 6 Activity 5 Reflection




 Module 6

Module 6 Activity 5 Reflection

This activity dealt with curriculum framing questions I chose  the science  project  how animals  move also learning objectives were outline, as well as a  Essential Question, Unit question and Content questions which are listed below:

Essential Question
Can you imagine the world if animals were unable to move?
Unit Question:
Can you determine what causes some animals to move quickly or slowly than others?

Content Questions:
1. What is Movement?
2. What parts of the body allow the different animals to move?


This was an excellent activity that assisted me in  the completion of my assignment 1.

Module 6 Activity 4 Reflection


Module 6

Module 6 Activity 4 Reflection

In this activity required us to connect to the internet and complete an online questionnaire which require me to type my name your name, project idea topic, subject and grade. 

After the completion of the details I was directed to a spreadsheet document which allowed me to view what my other colleagues were doing.   At the completion of the activity I was able to Link the project idea with curriculum outcomes Identify 21st Century skills to develop during the project

I can truly say I really enjoyed doing this activity.  I took away great deal of unknown or new information by simply completing it I think I will definitely revisit the information provided for this activity so I can utilize it in my everyday teaching situation or environment. 









 

Monday 17 November 2014

Module 6 Activity 3 Reflection

Module 6

Module 6 Activity 3 Reflection

This activity was hinged on two key questions and they are as follows.

1.   What are the characteristics of an effective project?
·      Project should  be student centered
·      Projects should provide opportunities for Students to work   collaboratively.
·      Projects should be directly link  to real life experiences.
·      Projects should develop or promote  21st century skills.
·      Projects should  provide opportunities for continuous Assessment.
·      Project allows to reflect on their work.

2. What project topic will best suit my curriculum needs?

Additionally  the activity zoomed in on how roles can change in your classroom as a result of project also understanding the structure of a project.  Also possible student project products were identified

Finally I Identify a project science topic  how animals move for grade one and discover  ways or means  how I can improved that the project.















Thursday 13 November 2014

Module 6 Activity 2 Reflection

Module 6

Module 6 Activity 2 Reflection

In this activity the Major focus was exploring the Question
What are the benefits of project-based learning for my learners and myself.
It also zeroed in on the following
  1. A description  of the benefits of project-based learning
  2. Explaining how project-based learning can help particular learners with different learning traits
  3. list the challenges of project-based learning in my own context
4.     Self-assess your teaching style.

Finally I had to follow directions and complete the Action Plan Activity questions in my Action Plan document. I really enjoyed completing this activity.