DFI Day 1

 Today was the first day of my Digital Fluency  journey. The nerves were there but I was ready to jump in and begin to learn to use technology more effectively not only for my learning but to support and guide the children in my class. 

The day began with the Manaiakalani story presented by Dorothy. This cemented the reason why I had signed up to this new learning philosophy of learn, create share. It also outlined how it is designed to improve the progress of all the students.  Hearing about the progress that has happened over a short space of time in other schools is heartening and to seeing communities, whanau and teachers working alongside each other for the benefit of all children. 

 Drive. I have used drive for a number of years and due to my nature it is quite organised, with each year being its own folder. This session was a great chance to become Marie Kondo and clear out the trash and the un needed files. A great feeling! The most effective tip I got out of this presentation was the permission settings. I have had issues in the past when I have shared a document with a class and I get 24 emails back saying they need access. I am hoping this learnt skill will allow children to quickly access their work and reduce the stress levels. 

This button has now become a life saver!

Planning should be transparent, we shouldn't be hiding our planning or anything we do in the classroom.   

Google Tools The tool I found most beneficial and will implement within my teaching is voice typing. I have taught many children who find the physical aspect of writing tricky and have wonderful ideas to share. Using this tool will allow them to get their ideas down without the frustration therefore lead to success in writing 

Another tool I have learnt today is to remove background. This skill will allow me to add in pictures to posters/ worksheets. Children often need picture cues to help when decoding tricky words By adding in pictures that have no backgrounds will make this easier for the children. 

After my learning for the day I was able to create a poster that can be displayed in the class or on the TV screen to remind children when the appropriate times they are allowed to interrupt during lessons. I am hoping this will decrease the amount of children coming to see me with trivial problems and stopping the flow of the lesson for others. Hers's hoping anyway!

 

After a day of learning I am looking forward to Week 2.