Looking back

Reflection

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Reflecting is such an important part of teaching. We are constantly reflecting on our lessons, strategies, and resources. It is through this process we are able to collect information about what goes on in our classrooms. From here we are able to analyze and evaluate this new information which may ultimately lead to changes and improvements in ones teaching. When asked to reflect on this course I began to notice a reoccurring theme, the idea of information and communication. This is seen through self directed, promotion and sharing our ideas as well as information through communication and collaboration and gaining an understanding of communication throughout the world.

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From here I had a few take a ways that I would like to share. The first was the true importance of literacy and fostering a reading culture within the library. This is the heart of the school and needs to be treated that way. I was able to receive so many resources through reviewing my LIBE 477 Eagle community. 

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My second take away was the importance of self –development. I believe teachers should always strive for the best, for yourself and your students. For me networking with other teachers is a big aspect that helps me engage in self-development. I have recently decided to dedicate my Instagram to educational inputs. This course also connected me with four teachers who prove to be an exceptional networking community. I plan to continue following their blogs and hope they realize the impact they have had on me and my journey. 

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Collaboration was another important aspect of this course. This word kept coming back up in almost every blog post I wrote. I want the best for my students and realize collaboration is a great way to receive this. By working with other teachers we are able to share our learning and discoveries, making our professional development a regular practice.

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Information and communication is what connects everyone together. It’s a way to learn from one another and help each other. Reading other blogs within the course has really opened my eyes on the importance of collaboration. We all come from different backgrounds, different teaching styles, and communities.

Sarah, I was lucky enough to work with you in a previous Library course. I have truly enjoyed reading your posts. You are full of knowledge. Your bog post on “wild readers” really highlights the importance of time, selection, community, planning, and preferences. All of these play an equal role in fostering a strong reading culture within the school.

Catherine, I look up to your library learning commons and love learning about new strategies throughout this course. I was especially inspired by your on going professional development post as you provided many examples I look forward to using.

Macushla, I absolutely loved reading your blog posts, especially your journey on building a reading culture within the school. You have changed my outlook on Instagram as I have now started to dedicate my account to work inspirations, as I instantly began to follow your two inspirations. From here I was able to find many more excellent resources.

Natalee, I truly relate to your blog posts, as I too am a TTOC. I find it very comforting reading your posts and loved your idea of one book one school. I hope to bring this resource with me as I think it would truly inspire a reading culture within the school.