Stephanie Hill
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Reading Reflection #2
Chapter 2 discussed Creating a Professional Learning Community. The focus of Learning Communities is that teaches are given the opportunity to work with one another on creating projects and how to teach different lesson plans to their students. There are many benefits to Learning Communities. To begin, Learning Communities decreases teacher isolation. This means that when teachers work together on projects or new ideas, they are not isolated to their own individual thoughts and are able to see new perspectives from one another. Next, Learning Communities increases commitment to the mission. When teachers work collaboratively, it allows them to see each other’s strengths and weaknesses, thus giving each teacher the chance to work on something they are skillful at. Also, Learning Communities gives teaches the chance to share responsibility. This benefit is very significant because teachers should share ideas with one another and feel like they trust their colleagues. Continuing, Learning Communities provides more powerful learning. Lastly, Learning Communities causes a higher likelihood of fundamental, systemic change. Learning Communities is affects teachers in a variety of ways. When teachers are able to talk to one another and shoot ideas back and forth, they feel less constrained and are able to get feedback. Feedback from other teachers allows one to see where they need improvement and where their lesson is strong. Learning Communities affects students because they are able to see first-hand how successful teamwork functions. When students see their teachers working together and giving one another beneficial feedback, they can use this in their own life. When schools use Learning Communities; there are several components that are a shared vision. One of the components is that members of the community have a clear sense of a mission. I think that this is a very important component for bringing success to Learning Communities because if everyone is not on the same page, then things will result negativity. Another component of Learning Communities is that members focus on student learning. Although working with other teachers is a way for teachers to share ideas and find out what works and doesn’t work, teaches must understand that the main reason for Learning Communities is to benefit the students. If a teacher is slacking off and putting their main energy into talking to teachers about their own personal life, they are not doing their job. This chapter relates to my project because while working with two other students, I need to keep in mind many of the components that this chapter speaks about. For example, I need to be willing to stay open minded of my partners ideas and make sure that I give honest feedback to my partners.
EDT 4:00-5:20
Reading Reflection #2
Chapter 2 discussed Creating a Professional Learning Community. The focus of Learning Communities is that teaches are given the opportunity to work with one another on creating projects and how to teach different lesson plans to their students. There are many benefits to Learning Communities. To begin, Learning Communities decreases teacher isolation. This means that when teachers work together on projects or new ideas, they are not isolated to their own individual thoughts and are able to see new perspectives from one another. Next, Learning Communities increases commitment to the mission. When teachers work collaboratively, it allows them to see each other’s strengths and weaknesses, thus giving each teacher the chance to work on something they are skillful at. Also, Learning Communities gives teaches the chance to share responsibility. This benefit is very significant because teachers should share ideas with one another and feel like they trust their colleagues. Continuing, Learning Communities provides more powerful learning. Lastly, Learning Communities causes a higher likelihood of fundamental, systemic change. Learning Communities is affects teachers in a variety of ways. When teachers are able to talk to one another and shoot ideas back and forth, they feel less constrained and are able to get feedback. Feedback from other teachers allows one to see where they need improvement and where their lesson is strong. Learning Communities affects students because they are able to see first-hand how successful teamwork functions. When students see their teachers working together and giving one another beneficial feedback, they can use this in their own life. When schools use Learning Communities; there are several components that are a shared vision. One of the components is that members of the community have a clear sense of a mission. I think that this is a very important component for bringing success to Learning Communities because if everyone is not on the same page, then things will result negativity. Another component of Learning Communities is that members focus on student learning. Although working with other teachers is a way for teachers to share ideas and find out what works and doesn’t work, teaches must understand that the main reason for Learning Communities is to benefit the students. If a teacher is slacking off and putting their main energy into talking to teachers about their own personal life, they are not doing their job. This chapter relates to my project because while working with two other students, I need to keep in mind many of the components that this chapter speaks about. For example, I need to be willing to stay open minded of my partners ideas and make sure that I give honest feedback to my partners.
I agree that there are many benefits of professional learning communities. Because teachers are isolated from other teachers for most of the day, it is important for them to have time to talk with one another. Positive feedback encourages teachers strengths, while constructive criticism allows teachers to improve on their weaknesses.
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