Re-thinking learning for the 21st Century
Written by Gillian Matthews
So, the pedometer experiment started with great excitement from the students…and many complaints from their teachers! I have learned a great deal through this process and will continue to persevere with this project. On the first day when the girls received their pedometers, they were very motivated to get as many steps as possible. They … Continue reading “What is going on with the pedometers?”
Written by Gillian Matthews
The Pedometers arrived a few weeks ago and are now labelled in an easy to access case! (I think this is the most excited I have been to use a label maker ever!). I have introduced the Grade 5 Teaching Team to my plan, and they were excited. The teachers all offered time and ideas … Continue reading “The Pedometers Have Arrived!”
Written by Gillian Matthews
I was surprised! I fought it, but blogging did help we clarify my thinking regarding my Action Plan. It also helped me clarify my language for those reading my goal. So, with a renewed energy from our 3rd F2F, here is my refreshed Action Plan…. How might we increase quality physical activity time at school … Continue reading “Blogging”
Written by Gillian Matthews
Design Question: How might we increase activity time of Grade 5s outside of PE days while at school? Well, my timeline quickly went to the wayside as work and family commitments took over! When I shared my plans with my VP, she did mention that my timeline was very ambitious. I clearly had no idea … Continue reading “Matthews’ Action Plan for increasing activity with Grade 5”
Written by Gillian Matthews
Once you post something, it is out there forever. The fear I have about pushing that publish button is overwhelming, particularly when posting my own teaching pedagogy. What if I cannot articulate my thinking and sound like I have no idea what I am doing in the classroom? What if I talk in circles and … Continue reading “The fear of publishing…”
Written by Gillian Matthews
Welcome to Cohort 21. This is the first post on your new blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share and collaborate as you move through the C21 learning cycle towards your action plan. Cohort 21 is a unique professional development opportunity open to CIS Ontario … Continue reading “Welcome to Cohort 21”
