It was so great to see all the virtual field trip presentations! I appreciated seeing how each person/group incorporated technology differently and built an experience for students that would be memorable and engaging. It was also super-informative to hear each presenter talk through their lesson plan and the strategies they would use along the way. I gained some confidence that I’m relatively on-target, and I also picked up some new ideas, tools, and approaches.
I also appreciated the final reflection activity — and the fact that we could dribble our thoughts out in between the presentations. (As you know, I like reflecting, but it takes time to formulate my thoughts, especially thoughts about a 4-month-long adventure like this.) Reading over the comments was a great review of what we’ve learned…many important strategies and experiences came swimming back as I read over the comments. It is clear that asking for open ended feedback like that takes some bravery — you never quite know what you’re going to get — but I think that kind feedback is super-important, and the process of reflecting is also important for the student. So, thank you for modeling this for us…I am hoping to incorporate a lot of reflection/feedback into my classroom, and this seemed like a good tool.
Lynne, I will forever think of you when “I wonder” with my students. I wish you the best finishing up that doctorate, and hope to see you around!!
Dr. Stohr, I look forward to seeing you again in a few weeks for another amazing course!
Thank you to both of you for helping me build my skills, knowledge, and confidence, for listening with thoughtful patience as I worked through my frustrations with the messiness of lesson planning, and for kindling in me a true appreciation for – and interest in – Social Studies. I honestly never thought I’d ever say that last bit. 🙂
-Lisa