January 13, 2016
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Comments Off on Science: Food for Thought
Science is a subject of which I have limited knowledge. I studied all 3 sciences at Standard Grade but it was never something I had much of a passion for. Naturally after reflecting on what little information I could remember, using the science audit Richard supplied, I knew it was my duty as a trainee […] Continue reading
January 13, 2016
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Comments Off on How The Cat Stole The Fish
ICT and Animation I believe that implementing animation within the classroom is a relatively easy task and should be something that teachers aren’t afraid to do. I will admit that without the input that we had in relation to ICT, I would have been worried to give access to this within a classroom but the […] Continue reading
January 12, 2016
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Comments Off on SPLASH- The Animation
In an input explaining the vast variety of ways to create and produce animation in a class we were challenged to work creatively. We started from 2 simple images on one sheet of paper, to several in a book, onto pivot the computer programme, and finally onto filming with plasticine models. The input not only […] Continue reading
January 12, 2016
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Comments Off on Stressful Science……..
Today we had our first science workshop with Richard. No word of a lie, I was bricking it beforehand. I did not have a very enjoyable experience of science in school, and I have never looked back on it as a positive school memory. However, Richard has certainly swayed my opinion completely in his workshop […] Continue reading
January 11, 2016
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Comments Off on Thinking about teaching science
Today MA1 had our first science workshop which was really enjoyable. Science is a subject which I, and many others in the class feel slightly nervous about teaching as it is not a subject that I took a large amount of interest in throughout my time at school. I realised that there is such a … Continue reading Thinking about teaching science → Continue reading
December 5, 2015
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Comments Off on Look around you!
You’re probably thinking how monotonous it is that I continue to repeat this, but maths is everywhere! Again. I will never lose the amazement or curiosity I have filled with, at the fact that maths is the fundamental principle behind the creation and design of many things – and, much to your shock, as you are […] Continue reading
November 22, 2015
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Comments Off on Have a Frozen christmas in your classroom
With christmas just around the corner my mind is totally focused on the magic, lights and joy the festive day brings. And so will most of the children in your classroom. I wanted to share with you, some of the ways I would make christmas in my classroom extra special this year for your early […] Continue reading
November 16, 2015
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Comments Off on Developing Professional Skills and Abilities: Online Unit 3
Words/phrases relating to professionalism: Competent Knowledgeable Calm Skilled Respectable Punctual Motivating Encouraging Enthusiastic Constructive criticism Passionate Collaborative working Going above and beyond I chose to watch One Born Every Minute and believe that the midwives displayed all the characteristics I associate with a professional. I believe that the midwives displayed a great deal of commitment […] Continue reading
November 4, 2015
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Comments Off on Sugar intake video
I saw this video posted on facebook and thought it a beneficial video for anybody working with children that can use this to teach children about how much sugar is in drinks. Even drinks that we all think and are advertised as “healthy” are actually full of sugar and I think it is a brilliant topic […] Continue reading
October 27, 2015
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Comments Off on The importance of being an enquiring practitioner…
As we learnt today, in Nikki’s input, being an enquiring practitioner is highly regarded within the teaching profession. This is something that I think we should acknowledge as new student teachers. On the GTCS website it states that “Practitioner enquiry is an area of professional learning which was highlighted in Teaching Scotland’s Future (Donaldson, 2011) […] Continue reading
October 22, 2015
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Comments Off on Finding a Balance on the Internet
What challenges/opportunities you may be faced with when marrying the personal vs the professional presence on social media? Prior to this task and the inputs on the online world, I was quite apprehensive about using social media in the professional workplace. My high school had various twitter accounts ranging from the library, sports clubs and […] Continue reading
October 20, 2015
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Comments Off on Personal and Professional Presence on Social Media
What challenges/opportunities may you be faced with when marrying the personal vs professional presence on social media? There are many factors which may be seen as challenges when trying to find an appropriate balance between personal and professional life with regards to social media. One of the most important challenges for professionals I feel is […] Continue reading
October 16, 2015
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Comments Off on The Curriculum for Excellence: A comparison between our own curriculum and the Scandinavian Approach
The Curriculum for Excellence was introduced by the Scottish Government in 2010 – 2011 and was meant to revolutionise education in Scotland by providing children and young people between the ages of 3-18 a coherent, more flexible and enriched curriculum (Education Scotland, undated). In addition, the curriculum includes the totality of experiences which are planned for children and […] Continue reading
October 15, 2015
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Comments Off on Active Learning
Active learning is defined as “a process whereby students engage in activities, such as reading, writing, discussion, or problem solving that promote analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of class content.” As a student at University, active learning is something I need to become more aware of. I always write notes in lectures and tutorials, which is […] Continue reading
October 8, 2015
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Comments Off on Technology and Teaching.
Technology is everywhere, it has become a huge part of our lives. Our phones are now our computers, our diaries and our cameras. Our computers are now our social tool, the way we network and connect. We have tablets, kindles, selfie sticks and smart watches; so isn’t it only natural that technology has a place […] Continue reading
