January 22, 2016
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When I started writing in my first blog I was extremely anxious. I wanted to be enthusiastic. My University second year peers will tell you I am a very good communicator. I love to talk, discuss and debate different ideas and points of view with others. So what was the big problem here? It […] Continue reading
January 22, 2016
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In today’s ePortfolio input we were all asked to look at some of our peers work, reflect on the way in which our peers are crafting their professional thoughts and to write about what they are getting from doing this and how others may benefit from reading their work. I have also chosen to share the posts in […] Continue reading
January 22, 2016
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Today, we were given links to some of our other peer’s ePortfolios to see what things that they have been writing. I have to say, it is really encouraging to see how they are engaging with blogging and what creative things they are posting. I really admire in them what I would describe as a […] Continue reading
January 22, 2016
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Comments Off on Sharing our ePortfolios
Today we were encouraged to read and reflect on a number of our peers ePortfolio posts. Examples of MA1 posts: Lauren: 5,6,7…dance! Layla – Fear of feedback Claire-Emma: The ability grouping debate continues Rachel: Children are the real teachers Rebecca: My tired Examples of MA2 posts: Rebecca Sharpus-Jones: Longitudinal coherence and the conceptual knot Sharon Iddir: There’s […] Continue reading
January 22, 2016
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Comments Off on Finding My Inner Scientist
I have wanted to be a primary school teacher from a very young age but there has always been apprehensions about having to include certain subjects within a child’s education. One of these apprehensions is indeed Science. From what I remember of my primary school years, looking at the Solar System was one of the […] Continue reading
January 21, 2016
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Throughout Secondary school I had varying experiences of Maths which I believe has been the major factor in influencing my opinions on the topic. In my first year at Secondary I was given one of the stricter teachers who was firm in his belief of textbook work. I had always been good at maths yet, […] Continue reading
January 21, 2016
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Comments Off on Embracing technology
Today I came across an in the Guardian entitled: “Third of teachers ban electronic devices in classroom despite positive outcomes, survey finds” This came as quite a shock! With the constant development of new technology and brilliant educational software, I had assumed that more and more teachers would be embracing devices (mobile phones, tablets and […] Continue reading
January 20, 2016
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Comments Off on Dancing Under the Sea
I recently attended the only dance input I will be given at University until 3rd year. Anyone who knows me knows I’m not a dancer unless I am at a scottish ceilidh, playing just dance on the Nintendo Wii or it is a half hearted waltz after a glass of wine. The only dancing I […] Continue reading
January 19, 2016
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Biology and Chemistry were always made to be fun with lots of experiments throughout primary and secondary which is why I believe I enjoyed them so much more than physics which was mainly equations. I believe that in primary schools there is a lack of science in the curriculum with maybe one lesson a week, […] Continue reading
January 19, 2016
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From the ever increasing number of headlines appearing these days surrounding internet safety I knew that it was an important matter to educate myself on as a teacher. In our ICT lecture we were given the opportunity to explore a range of resources that we could engage with whilst on professional placement. I used the […] Continue reading
January 19, 2016
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Comments Off on 5 6 7…… DANCE!
I can’t think of anything in this world I am more passionate about than dance. It is literally everything. Understandably so, when I seen dance on the timetable I was ecstatic. I’ve danced since the age of 3. I’ve been through phases of loving it and hating it – but I honestly don’t know where I […] Continue reading
January 19, 2016
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Comments Off on Talking and Listening
Talking and Listening in the classroom provides a great opportunity for class discussion. However, this can also cause problems – as in who’s turn it is to speak, and who should be listening. There are a number of ways to combat this. The simplest being, a set of rules. In my classroom, I would set […] Continue reading
January 19, 2016
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An interesting input with Sharon led to me discovering a whole host of new search engines. Who knew there was more to the internet than google?!? I think these child-friendly search engines such as Kidsclick and Askkids will be absolute lifesavers for me in the ICT suite. I have now been introduced to a number […] Continue reading
January 18, 2016
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Comments Off on 3 actions for Social Studies
To develop my knowledge and skills in social studies I will have at least 3 actions which I can work on this semester and throughout my time in this course. I will ensure I get into the habit of being up to date with current news and weather disasters to make sure I am prepared […] Continue reading
January 18, 2016
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Developing confidence and competence in science will take time, however by starting now will help ensure I’m excited and enthusiastic when the time comes for me to teach it within the classroom. Here is my action plan for this semester; Specific – We (as a class) can carry out a topic on The Solar System […] Continue reading
January 17, 2016
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As with many people, my personal feelings towards maths are mostly negative. I continually struggle to get past the mental block where I shut down, claiming “I can’t do it!” Throughout school my experiences of maths were not overly negative, but neither were they particularly positive. I remember having to memorise times tables (something that […] Continue reading
December 6, 2015
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Comments Off on The end is near… My Profound Understanding of Fundamental Mathematics
As Semester one draws to its conclusion, I can’t help but feel a bit sentimental on my time in the ‘Discovering Mathematics’ elective. It has been a very enjoyable experience for me and I would encourage anyone who is going into second year to pick it as your elective. It is not about learning complex […] Continue reading
December 6, 2015
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Comments Off on Christmas in Mathematics – ideas for the classroom
Its that time of year again when the lights are up, songs are being sung, decorations are being hung and joy is absolutely everywhere. What is this time you ask? it is indeed Christmas. It is obvious that Christmas is a time for giving and thinking of loved ones, but after a recent blog post […] Continue reading
November 23, 2015
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Comments Off on There’s no avoiding the big issues
None of us live in a bubble. This means that when I become a teacher, I must be prepared for the fact that my pupils will probably have access to the internet, social media and the news; and therefore will be exposed to the terrible and frightening incidents which take place globally. This week, I came […] Continue reading
November 19, 2015
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