October 14, 2015
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Comments Off on ¡Hablando y escuchando en una clase de lengua moderna!
Modern language teaching has become a very important aspect of education today. This is particularly seen in the Curriculum for Excellence’s 1+2 approach to modern language teaching in todays classrooms. This approach allows for schools to teach a variety of languages from German and Spanish to Chinese and Gaelic, depending on their resources and teacher […] Continue reading
October 13, 2015
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Comments Off on What is the point in reflecting?
Through the online unit, I have learnt so much about reflection. Reflective writing was never something I was good at throughout school. I didn’t really do any more than describe the event and talk about my thoughts and feeling at the time. I now realise that there is a lot more to reflection, and had […] Continue reading
October 13, 2015
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Comments Off on The Virtues of Teaching
Empathy Being able to understand how someone else is feeling as if they were your own feelings. For the teacher, I think this means understanding the difficult situations pupils might find themselves in and be able to support, comfort and help them through it. I think it is important for a teacher to be empathetic […] Continue reading
October 13, 2015
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Comments Off on Virtue of Teaching Videos
Q1. What makes a teacher who makes a difference? From watching the video I have been able to draw some conclusions about the aspects of teachers that make a difference. A teacher who makes a difference should be avidly involved in team work and should be willing to share information with others – the video […] Continue reading
October 13, 2015
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Comments Off on Professionalism
One of the key messages that I took from this video is that an exceptional teacher is one who is truly passionate about what they do. A passionate individual who takes pride in their job will not be satisfied just doing the bare minimum. They will be dedicated and motivated to continually grow within […] Continue reading
October 13, 2015
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Comments Off on Teachers and Showing Professionalism in Teaching
What makes a teacher who makes a difference? A teacher who makes a difference needs to be caring and empathetic. They need to have the ability to sympathise with different children’s situations and relate to them. Whilst it is their job to teach the children, I feel they also have a responsibility to connect with the children and makes sure they […] Continue reading
October 12, 2015
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Comments Off on Words Associated With Being a Professional
it is very important to be professional, especially in a career such as teaching. How you act reflects back on you, and you want this reflection to be positive, to be professional – you do not want it to be negative in any respects. There are many things associated with being professional. Here are some […] Continue reading
October 11, 2015
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Comments Off on Maths – as easy as 1, 2, 3?
Maths!! I suppose you could say it’s a bit like marmite; you either love it or hate it! It can put the fear of God into some people and evoke feelings of happiness and pure fulfilment in others. Me? I am probably somewhere in the middle of the both of them. I remember Maths from about […] Continue reading
October 10, 2015
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Comments Off on Who I Am and Why I’m Here.
I am Lesleigh McAdam in the University of Dundee studying for an MA (Hons) in Education. I arrived here following a long and wynding journey of trials and tribulations, note taking and sitting exams. As a parent, I have a natural interest in the education of children and my ambitions to become a teacher came […] Continue reading
October 9, 2015
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Comments Off on Professionalism in the online world
What challenges/opportunities you may be faced with when marrying the personal vs the professional presence on social media? Having social media sites that are used for both personal and professional use may have some advantages. It may allow pupils to see your interests and to realise there is more to you than the teacher they […] Continue reading
October 9, 2015
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Comments Off on Virtues of Teaching
To me, teachers need a variety of different virtues and ethics to display themselves as professionals but also there for the pupils as a support unit. The 5 virtues that stood out to me as being important to teaching were; Compassion – We as teachers will be interacting with children from a range of different […] Continue reading
October 9, 2015
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Comments Off on Attachment: Why is it important?
Attachment is the emotional bond between the child and the primary caregiver and begins while the child is in the womb and throughout the life of the child. Attachment creates a sense of security for the child and provides a “safe base” for the child to build effective and lasting relationships. However, what are the […] Continue reading
October 7, 2015
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Comments Off on Film Studies brought into the classroom
I chose Film Studies as my elective in order to possess a broader horizon on the making and analytical perpective of films. Through the course of my elective i hope to gain a sound knowledge of film and will use this in the classroom where necessary. I feel film and relevant clips can be used […] Continue reading
October 7, 2015
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Comments Off on Active and Co-operative Learning
Active learning is a contemporary and efficient way of learning. It allows for pupils to be more engaged and involved in their studies, offering them to discuss topics with their peers in both the classroom and through use of online connectivity. One of the many benefits from this method of learning is that pupils are […] Continue reading
October 7, 2015
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Comments Off on Can Animals Count?
Can animals count? NOT A CHANCE. Animals such as Chickens? NO Horses? NO What about Monkeys? Hmmmm NO These being my first responses to the burning questions Richard asked in the Discovering Mathematics workshop a few days ago. Although other students and the video clips played were very convincing, I just couldn’t begin to believe […] Continue reading
October 7, 2015
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Comments Off on Active and Co-operative Learning; Is it effective?
Personally I am a huge supporter of active learning and co-operative working.I feel that active lessons through things such as play or investigating and exploring are much more effective for children rather than the teacher standing infront of the class dictating to them. I believe active learning is effective because when it comes to a time in […] Continue reading
October 6, 2015
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Comments Off on A Messy Divorce
The GTCS code regarding social media and its use is clear in conveying the importance of conscientious contribution to the world of Social Media. For all the perks of the profession and the reward, it is also in the GTCS’ best interests that the teachers of Scotland conduct themselves in a manner that instils trust […] Continue reading
October 6, 2015
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Comments Off on Social Media in the classroom
Even in my short lifetime, the use of social media seems to have exploded over the past few years, bringing with it many benefits but also many dangers. In my lecture today, I realised how teachers are so vulnerable to scrutiny, in particular from the press and media. Instead of focusing on what positive things education […] Continue reading
October 3, 2015
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Comments Off on Can we teach ‘Reading for pleasure’?
Reflecting upon today’s lecture, it has become clear that ‘Reading for pleasure’ cannot be taught. It is my role as a teacher to create a culture in my classroom that introduces, encourages and supports learners in embarking upon their reading journey. Personal preference plays a big role in this and it is vital that I […] Continue reading
October 2, 2015
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Comments Off on Integration of Special Needs in the Classroom
Integration within the primary school is a big concern for many people in our society, children and adults, but I do not see the issue with it. In my opinion, I feel that children from the age of 5-12 need to be able to see the world for what it is. They need to realise […] Continue reading
