In terms of content, week 9 of the EDC3100 course was a big one… Lots of information to digest and process. Although I have a basic understanding of my PE setting there are a lot questions that still need answers before I can begin any successful planning. That is why I have set up a meeting with my mentor for tomorrow afternoon after an insightful conversation this evening. I have to say in regards to making herself available and open I don’t think I could do much better, she is also extremely understanding in regards to the limitations I have regarding care for my daughter.
Some important information I received this evening from my mentor includes that the Technology Lab is often booked out weeks in advance and even if there is an available slot the years 5, 6’s and 7’s take precedence over the younger grades. (My PE is taking place in a year 2 classroom.) The reasoning behind this is that due to factors such as socio-economics, the older years assessment is conducted during class time to help ensure that it is completed, as a portion of the students have little or no access computers in the home.
My mentor also advised that although there are three iMac computers in the actual classroom, not all of the students are ‘Logged on’ yet. This is something I immediately offered to assist with. She also advised that the Interactive Whiteboard in her classroom is the only one of that particular model and brand in the whole school and therefore she does not have a lot of success in troubleshooting issues that occur with it. She is however, very keen to see what types of ICT’s can be incorporated into her class.
I currently have a whole page of questions to ask her but before I do I am going to try and find out as much information as possible via the school website. They have open access to their Annual Reports for the last two years and also the most recent newsletter. Both I am sure will assist immensely with my information gathering.
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