A ll of the articles this week gave me something to think about in terms of digital storytelling and or integrating technology into the classroom in new ways. However, the blog on high tech reflection strategies really caught my attention. First of all I must say that I was impressed at how the students in Mr. Mayo's class really took responsibility for their own learning. I think he did a great job at presenting something that could be routine and uneventful (reflecting) into an authentic and engaging process for his students. This just goes to show you how there are those special times that if you give students responsibility not only will they take it on, but surpass your expectations of handling it.
I also thought it was a great point to mention blogging in Kindergarten! Not that every Kindergartner should start blogging, but the fact that they too can reflect and talk about how they have grown is what caught my eye. Having taught Kindergarten for two years, I think they do get to a point where they can answer simple, yet thoughtful questions about what they are doing and have learned. I wouldn't be opposed to doing some type of interactive reflection activities with a group of kids in early childhood settings! I am interested in seeing how my 2nd graders now would respond to something like a class blog, video confessional, etc. like some of the readings suggest as means to reflection.
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