Over the last 7 weeks I have done a deep dive into how to apply educational technology to issues of practice. I have learned about the art of questioning and the importance of understanding that technology does not provide one solution to all problems. I have learned the importance of creating a space where appreciative inquiry, strategic questioning and making is essential for success in the classroom. After reading about passion and curiosity quotient I began to identify my own passions and curiosities.
For my teaching practice, it is important that my students feel safe and supported to ask questions and be willing to step into the great unknown. Warren Berger said, “Questioners learn to love that great unknown-- it’s the land of opportunity, in terms of creativity and innovation”. I hope to help my students find what they are curious and passionate about, then connect to these through inquiry in the classroom and beyond. Berger (2014) says, “What will make it a beautiful question for you, and one worth staying with, is the passion you feel for it”. Many of my students struggle to come to school and lack motivation immensely. If I can utilize TPACK, inquiry, and the art of questioning I hope to increase engagement and motivation.
This class pushed me out of my comfort zone and provided a supportive environment where I could be curious. After reflecting on the last seven weeks, I was able to determine what resonated with me and what I wanted to continue to focus on. To show all of this I created an infographic using Easel.ly. It demonstrates who I am as an educator and shows how I connected to questioning, passion quotient, curiosity quotient and technology.
Resources:
Berger, W. (2014). A more beautiful question: the power of inquiry to spark breakthrough ideas. New York: Bloomsbury.
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