In this unit we are working on case studies, and the problems that arise within the context of the scenario of a large school. As TL’s, and even teachers, we are faced with problems everyday. In the light of a our groups announcement, I am taking time to reflect on a part of the […]
Month: March 2019
Have the courage….
Education, standardised testing, tradition are hot topics at the moment. Teaching and learning are in the spotlight. Former Teacher Gabbie Stroud has contributed to bringing the education system into the headlines. Knowing firsthand the pressure teachers are under, and the students for that matter, to jump through administration and educational hoops, continues to concern me. […]
Colvin Reflection.
Geoffrey Colvin (2000) has highlighted the progress made by Frederick Winslow Taylor, whose name is new to me. His ‘scientific management’ prowess reminded me of the television show, Mad Men (Weiner, M. et al2007) and even the movie Desk Set (Ephron, H., et al 1957 )(both brilliant productions I might add), and to name a […]
Before I embark…
As I begin my readings I have quickly realised that this is a unit that will nourish my love of collaboration. I have yet to finish module 1 readings however, so far there is discussion on Diigo, Scoop it and so on. These are still very new to me, but I am excited to learn […]