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I used to think that it is tedious to go for courses given that it takes my time off from teaching and learning. But now i realised how it has become the crux of my developmental growth in value-adding skills. My Ro also encourages me to go for courses and this brings forth a desire for lifelong learning in me:)

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I used to think a teacher is a director in the classroom. 
Now I believe that a teacher and her students can co-direct to support learning. 

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I used to think a teacher is a director in the classroom. 
Now I believe that a teacher and her students can co-direct to support learning. 

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I used to think that learning ends once I graduated and became a teacher but now I realised that  there's no end to learning......

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I used to think that learning ends once I graduated and became a teacher but now I realised that  there's no end to learning......

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I used to think that using ICT in teaching is very time consuming But now I

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I used to think teaching involves just getting my students to learn.

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I used to think teaching involves just getting my students to learn.

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Now I learn that a teacher's job involves more than improving the child's intellect.

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I used to think that teaching is confined to the traditional chalk and talk. 

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I used to think that teaching is confined to the traditional chalk and talk. 

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Now I think that it is also about the well-being of oneself, seeking to improve at every opportunity in delivering quality lessons.

SF

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I used to Think that ict is scary but nöw i am beginning to Love It

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I used to Think that ict is scary but nöw i am beginning to Love It

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I used to not take reflections very seriously even though I'm fully aware of the benefits but I see the value even more as a critical part of my learning. It's certainly a discipline that must be instilled and developed.

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I used to think that tried and tested pedagogies are the best and most important. Now I think that innovative teaching methods are equally critical for a 21st century educator.

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I used to think that the use of technology for learning is time consuming but now I think I can use ICT more efficiently and bringing in a lots of fun into my lesson.

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I used to think that a teacher needs to know everything.

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I used to think that a teacher needs to know everything.

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Now i think that we should not stress ourselves too much brooding over that but instead learn while on the job.

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I used to think ICT is not as important. Now I think it complements teaching.

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I used to think that lessons involving ICT are difficult to implement. 

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I used to think that lessons involving ICT are difficult to implement. 

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Now I feel that ICT infused lessons may not be as tough as how I I used think. Given the time, I can try implementing it in the classroom.

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I used to think that it's difficult to use ict in lesson, but now I think I'm more confident to try it out.

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I used to think i need to be competent before i can teach, i can impart correctly if i put in the efforts

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I used to think results of the students is the most important.

Now i think the process of learnings is most important.

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I used to think that teaching is do my best to deliver lessons and teach students to be a good persons.
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I used to think that teachers just need to be strong in the subjects they are teaching , but now I think that teachers need to know how to use Ict to teach their subjects well.

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I used to think that ICT lessons are meant for efficincy. Now I think they are meant for connection.

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I used to think that ICT lessons are meant for efficincy. Now I think they are meant for connection.

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I used to resist changes but now learn to go with the flow 

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I used to resist changes but now learn to go with the flow 

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I used to think that using ICT will always be more effective than traditional teaching methods.

Now I think that it is important to ensure that the ICT tools used are meaningful and effective for the students' learning.

Vivian

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I used to think that teachers just need to impart knowledge but now I think teachers play more of the role of a facilitator

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I used to think that teachers just need to impart knowledge but now I think teachers play more of the role of a facilitator

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I used to think that teachers teach n students learn . Now I

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I used to think that skills can only be taught but now I think that skills can be caught and mastered via critical and innovative thinking

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I used to think that ICT is beyond me but now I am learning to use ICT in my lessons.

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I used to think that ICT is beyond me but now I am learning to use ICT in my lessons.

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I used to think that i might not have the time to go for courses and that it might restrict my teaching and learning. But now i feel confident to value-add skills and go for courses given that my RO

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I used to think that I always had to rush to finish the syllabus
Now I think that it doesn't matter if they don't finish all work during class time, as long as they have the experiential learning.

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I used to think that developing 21stCC Outcomes is a rudimentary building block to our role in class as teachers - I expected many would feel comfortable with it already (hence grading themselves at level 9 or 10).

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I used to think that developing 21stCC Outcomes is a rudimentary building block to our role in class as teachers - I expected many would feel comfortable with it already (hence grading themselves at level 9 or 10).

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Seeing the responses from the staff (concentrating around Level 5-7),
Now I think there's still a lot to be done to develop the teachers' competencies and confidence in themselves. The swiss roll must take centre stage, beyond academic learning. Only then can our espoused vision of 'Firm Foundations, Future Learnings' be truly enlivened.
- MMS :)

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I used to think that I am fully equipped with my area of work. 

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I used to think that I am fully equipped with my area of work. 

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I used to think that in the advent of technology, there is no place for traditional teaching. Now I think both can be harnessed for more effective teaching and learning.

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I used to think that using ICT tool for teaching refers to switching from textbook to ipad. 

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I used to think that using ICT tool for teaching refers to switching from textbook to ipad. 

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Now I know that technology can also be used to bring across concepts meaningfully and engagingly.

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I used to think that my job is just teach and only teach and nothing well. But now I think I need to not only teach but also guide, develop, counsel and influence them. 

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I used to think that my job is just teach and only teach and nothing well. But now I think I need to not only teach but also guide, develop, counsel and influence them. 

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I used to think that being a competent teacher means I'm able to deliver the content effectively.

Now I think that being a competent teacher means I'm able to deliver 21cc outcomes, use ICT in my teaching and learning, be innovative in my teaching practices.

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I used to brush off the use of ICT tools in my teaching.

NOW I REALISE THESE ICT TOOLS ACTUALLY CREATE A DIALOGUE

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I used to think I have difficulty handling parents. Now I find myself more confident .

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I used to think that I was competent in the use of technology. 

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I used to think that I was competent in the use of technology. 

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Now I think there are many more technological platforms for me to explore to enhance teaching-learning.

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I used to think that traditional teaching methods works best (actually it's just for the teachers
Now I think that technological methods work best for students

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I used to think  teaching is more of a science, but now I am more than convinced that is an art... that embodies every facet of human sensitivities. 

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I used to think  teaching is more of a science, but now I am more than convinced that is an art... that embodies every facet of human sensitivities. 

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I used to think it is no easy to have competent in delivering 21 CC outcome, but Now I think if I put enough  effort & time consistently I can make it happen.

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I used to think it is no easy to have competent in delivering 21 CC outcome, but Now I think if I put enough  effort & time consistently I can make it happen.

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I used to stick to traditional teaching methods.
Now I am motivated to experiment further

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I used to think that being a good teacher means my students should achieve good grades and be well-behaved. 

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I used to think that being a good teacher means my students should achieve good grades and be well-behaved. 

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Now I feel that being a good teacher is so much more than that. My students should be engaged in much more than just learning for pen and paper tests and obeying rules and instructions.

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I used to think I am just delivering lessons.

Now I think that is but a fraction of education.

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I used to think that I can make do w minimum technology in my classroom. Now I think I need to progress more (at least to catch up w my students!)

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I used to think that I can make do w minimum technology in my classroom. Now I think I need to progress more (at least to catch up w my students!)

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I used to think that being a teacher is a 8am-5pm routine job. Now,  I personally think that, being a teacher is a meaningful and fulfilling 24hrs profession in nurturing the future pillars of our nation.   ~Darren yeo~

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I used to think that being a teacher is a 8am-5pm routine job. Now,  I personally think that, being a teacher is a meaningful and fulfilling 24hrs profession in nurturing the future pillars of our nation.   ~Darren yeo~

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I used to think that delivering what was given on my plate is suffice.

Now I think that delivery must be exercised with passion and a personal touch.

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I used to think that teachers only need to be strong in one v

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I used to think that traditional teaching method is sufficient to engage students. Now I think teachers should continuously keep up with the ever changing ICT tool to engage the students.

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I used to think it is enough to teach knowledge to students as a teacher，now I think as a good teacher I need to improve my professional knowledge and use creative way to teach students

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I used to think it is enough to teach knowledge to students as a teacher，now I think as a good teacher I need to improve my professional knowledge and use creative way to teach students

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I used to think that work must be done perfectly from the beginning, but now I think that getting started is more important then being perfect in the beginning.

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I used to think that work must be done perfectly from the beginning, but now I think that getting started is more important then being perfect in the beginning.

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I used to think that teachers are too strict now I learned that they're here to guide and trying their best to reach out to students that needed that help

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that 21CC outcomes are something totally new but now I know that it is something that we always have been doing and it is just a structured way to achieve learningoutcomes.

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I used to think that a good teacher would ensure all worksheets are completed before exams.

Now I think it's the quality that matters, not quantity

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I used to think that competent teachers are experienced teachers who can walk into a class and start teaching right away.

Now I think that no matter how experience you are, you need good planning to achieve your learning intentions with good formative assessment that is catered to your class.

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I used to think that teacher plays the central role in the classroom but now I think every student should contribute actively in the classroom.

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I used to think that Teachers should be the one talking and asking questions.Now i realise that students need to be involved in their learning by asking questions to the teacher. 

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I used to think that Teachers should be the one talking and asking questions.Now i realise that students need to be involved in their learning by asking questions to the teacher. 

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I used to think that ICT does not have much impact in learning

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I used to think that ICT does not have much impact in learning

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Now I think it is how ICT is used and harnessrd that will create that impact.

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I used to think that competency in IT improves with every generation.

Now i think that it improves with practice and eagerness to learn

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I used to think i'm not very competent in delivering 21cc outcomes. Now I think I've been doing in class all along, just that I wasn't aware. <ellis>

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I used to think that teachers are encouraged to use technology during lessons to enuance learning.

Now I think that there is more to be done to encourage teachers to   ICT in learning.

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I used to think incorporating 21cc in lessons takes a lot of time off the actual lesson.

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I used to think incorporating 21cc in lessons takes a lot of time off the actual lesson.

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But now i think that, it is necessary to spend a bit of time talking about it as developing students character is paramount.

Anon

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I used to resist changes, but now learn to go with the flow

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I used to resist changes, but now learn to go with the flow

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I used to think that following the traditional teaching methods work best for the students.

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I used to think that following the traditional teaching methods work best for the students.

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But now,I feel that apart from the traditional methods,teacher should include ICT and hands-on activities to enhance students' learning.

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Then, I used to brush off weak students as being lazy and 'unteachable'. Now, I am learning to be more patient and help them at their pace towards realistic goals.

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Then, I used to brush off weak students as being lazy and 'unteachable'. Now, I am learning to be more patient and help them at their pace towards realistic goals.

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I used to think that I just need to follow the teacher's guide to plan my lessons.
Now I think it is important to adapt my lessons to suit the needs of my students.