Reflection

Reflection, Week 5

Cohort 2 

I again enjoyed the new learning and discussions during today's sessions. Below are some of the aspects I would like to reflect on. 

I realised how important it is to develop Google class sites that are inclusive, differentiated and personalised. The way the class sites are designed is a reflection of what is happening in the different classrooms. Google Sites is an important part of what we use in terms of teaching and learning at our school. These need to be up to date, visually attractive and differentiated in terms of teaching and learning activities. This will encourage student engagement. Two important aspects were discussed by Kerry in this regard; multimodal design for behavioural engagement and multi-textural design for cognitive engagement. Thank you for explaining the difference, Kerry. 

Also, visibility is a very important part of sharing student learning. It opens up the world as an audience (removing barriers), as well as celebrating and accelerating learning. Personal and private assessment information is not shared in this way. 

I've used Google Sites for quite a few years now, but I'm glad that the current version is simplified and much more user friendly. 

I now have a deeper understanding of the different categories of Multi-text resources, but would like to revisit the T-shaped Literacy skills slides from Rebecca Jesson and Aaron Wilson. This is a great time for it as we intensify our teaching of reading by using Multi-text resources.  

We also worked this afternoon on creating a Google Site based on a Multi-text reading activity. A very helpful session indeed. Below is a link to the Site.