As I evaluate my GAME plan status, I have noticed something’s that I need to change. There has been progress within indicators, 2a and 3b; however there are things I need to adjust in order for me to be satisfied with the overall outcomes.
For indicator 3c I have created a classroom blog. On my blog I have listed daily homework assignments, upcoming events, and things we could use in the classroom. I have also registered my cell phone so I can post updates without logging onto my computer. My blog has become more like a one way communication. I am sending out the information, but am not getting any feedback or comments back. My students have been checking the blog for homework. It has become more of a resource for the students than for parents. Currently I have been also posting pictures from various events in school as well, students have been commenting on the pictures but not the parents. I have 10 followers of this blog, all are students. I guess I have to figure out a way to get it out there more where parents can find it useful for them. I have had some parents say they do check the blog from time to time but not on a consistent basis. I have to learn what will parents get out of my blog? I thought they would follow or contribute about happenings in the class. I think a lot of my parents are too busy with work and taking care of a household, and some parents don’t have internet or a computer at home. For my collaboration to occur among my parents I think my blog or technology might not be the answer here. Why, due to the fact that most of my student’s households do not have computers. I think for now I will have to focus my collaboration amongst the educational world; perhaps with other schools around the district or state.
Indicator 2a has been a work in progress. The biggest obstacle facing my progress here is time. I have been able to get a few digital cameras and computers in my classroom, so resources aren’t a problem right now, but the number of resources are. I have not been able to get much computer lab time at all. And with all of the current AIS Math and Reading push-ins, has lingered the progress I am seeking. With this practice I have learned that I need to be more patient with the tools and time I have available. I do not like to start something and have it put off to the side. I like to have my set time and say this project should be done within a week or 2 weeks etc. But with this type of practice that does not seem to be practical.
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Nish,
ReplyDeleteI too have problems with parents not showing much interest. I am really not sure why, but it seems to be the way of the world. Parents are busy, but many of them do not concern themselves with school unless there is a problem. It is unfortunate but true. What blog do you use that lets you access it from a cell phone? I may want to try it.
Time can be a problem when trying new ideas or techniques in teaching. You have to take time during the extended breaks to really investigate new ideas. The middle of the school year is just to hectic. I never do much different until state achievement tests are completed. Then I can use my current pupils as guinea pigs for the next year.
Good Luck!
Mike
Setting up your cell phone to add things on your blog is an excellent idea. As a middle school teacher I have experienced the lack of parent interaction. I do have a number of parents that I communicate regularly by e-mail I think that I were in your shoes I might send out an e-mail to those parents and let them know that something new was going on at the blog.
ReplyDeleteContinue the great job you are doing!
Elizabeth
Nish,
ReplyDeleteI have created a classroom webpage and am running into similar problems. I am continuing to add resources for parents and student to use. But when I ask parents if they are using the webpage I usually get a negative response. I am trying to come up with ideas that will get parents involved. I do agree with you that they are busy with taking care of their family and may not have time to dedicate. I also wonder if they are digital immigrates and may be hesitant to access the webpage on a regular basis. Perhaps a survey would help out. I will have to think about how to phrase the questions. I want to encourage technologies use.
Dolores