The easiest learning habit for me would be taking
responsibility for my own learning.
Having served in the military for quite some time I have come to realize
that no training aid, professional development school or fantastic instructor
is going to make a difference if I am not motivated to acquire the knowledge
myself.
The
hardest learning habit would be to begin with the end in mind. I really have no background that could
provide a common frame of reference for me doing anything other than the
positions which defined my military career.
I suspect, however, that as I progress through my Masters program, the
reality of becoming a professional teacher will begin to solidify.
Although
I have worked with many technology-based systems in the Army, the tools that
are associated with Web 2.0 are a little different. I am hoping that I can start to capitalize on
the similarities a bit more quickly as much of the process of creating my own
blog and avatar has been a little frustrating.
As with all new learning, incorporating what I learn and using it on a
daily basis will be one of the keys to my success here.
I also find it easy to take responsibility for my own learning. I was home schooled all the way through (K-12). After I left the once a week class sessions, I was on my own to figure out when I would do my homework and when I would balance all my other school work as well as other extra curricular activities. I learned very quickly that no one would figure all this out for me. I was on my own and learning the material was my responsibility.
ReplyDeleteI find it interesting that you mentioned that the most difficult habit for you was beginning with the end in mind and then went on to state that the idea of becoming a professional teacher hasn't "solidified" at this point. This early in the program you are one of the few classmates I can recognize simply because when you spoke, you gave off a "teacher vibe," and I instantly thought that you are a person the kids will not only respect but enjoy learning from!
ReplyDeleteYou are gonna do great in this class Jamie! I also am good with taking responsibility for my own learning. I received my Associate degree from online classes and that takes a lot of responsibility and discipline. You will go far!
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