I've had a very restful summer, perhaps one of the most restful I've had in years. I've only had one major project on the go at school, which is much less than I've had the last few years.
Now I turn my attention to the new year as it approaches.
One of the biggest questions I have is how can I continue on my journey of trying to create a classroom that is welcoming to all students and as flexible as possible.
Here are some of the key lessons that I learned over the last year:
- Going 100% paperless is not entirely viable, but 90% is awesome. The only worry I have for this year is whether there will be enough technology to support the way I teach.
- I love having a classroom in which the student chairs are highly mobile and the seating plan changes constantly.
- Using a tool like minecraft to inspire and connect with students can create superior work, but not the way I expected.
- Working with other classes remotely is rewarding and very challenging. Students know far less about communicating effectively than we think!
Now back to work while I dream of what next year may be like!
