THE THIRD DAY

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

Creating is an intrinsic part of learning and without it the remaining framework falls short. We create to explore our own understandings and extend ourselves in new and exciting ways. When we are creating by using the technologies around us we learn more about the world we live in, our place and who we are within it.

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

I enjoyed learning more about Google Draw and how to create engaging infographics and posters. I think this tool is one I would like to become more adept at as I could develop some great printable resources for my class and school rather than searching for and/or buying what I want.

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

I resonated with Kerry's deep dive and the impact of film and media. I have always loved showing clips, short films and movies in my teaching to support whatever learning I have in mind. The reason I became a teacher was largely due to the film 'Dead Poet's Society' and Robin William's role within it so I definitely understand the power of emotive film and how it can be used to benefit students. 

"We don't read and write poetry because it's cute. We read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. And the human race is filled with passion. And medicine, law, business, engineering, these are noble pursuits and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for."

I really loved the idea of entering in the Manaiakalani Film Competition or creating a school/class podcast or news channel. I just think it would be super beneficial and engaging for students especially at an Intermediate level. I also loved the idea of making movies with Google Slides, I think it is really cool! I think I could incorporate this into our social studies work around the Civil Right's Movement quite easily.

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

To be honest I'm not sure what from the above won't improve my own confidence, capability and workflow. I think I will be able to offer my students more visually engaging work and I believe their enthusiasm for these creative modes will contribute to a higher level of learning, thus giving me a boost in confidence in my own ability. 

A little something I designed using Google Draw

A little storyboard I made with Google Slides