Learning Log: Sept. 8

What, So What, Now What?
Theories: We did a group assignment where we talked about what would be on different kinds of maps. From this we drew that maps don’t always show everything and are not the same as reality. The analogy here was that Theories are like maps. They can help you a long the way as a teacher, but are not the same as reality, not the same as being in the situation. Theories can be helpful; it is best to find out when it is good to use a particular theory.
Studies: We learned about different kinds of studies: Correlational Study, Experimental Study, Descriptive Study, and Action Study. These studies are all good for something, but they all have draw backs too. Studies/research is really hard to do for education. The only way to prove something well is to conduct an experiment, the problems is with education you really can’t conduct many experiments because you are using human subjects. Because of this studies need to be looked at more critically. How was the study conducted and by who? It is important that I learn to use a critical eye when listing to the latest studies for education, because in reality they may be way off base.

Changing mind Set: We all have preconceived ideas. These ideas can be difficult to change. I need to work on being open minded, it will help you be a better teacher
A teacher needs to Believe: how much impact they have and be sensitive to that, social and emotional lessons are not in a difference curriculum, all students wish to succeed, students learn more when basic needs are met, parents are our partners. I will be a better teacher if I can implement these beliefs.