https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f What is your reflection on what you learned in this module, and how will you apply it moving forward? en-us 2019-02-25 21:51:19 UTC 2019-04-21 13:48:36 UTC hello@padlet.com srsche18 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352161458 In times of change we need bright spots to focus on.  We need to look for the early signs that something is going right.  When we find what is going right, our mission needs to be directed towards studying it and duplicating it in other areas or aspects of our lives.  We are all wired to focus on problems rather than on strengths.  Instead of trying to solve the problems, find the bright spots, analyze them and work towards expanding those positive experiences.
Moving forward, I am going to make it a point to focus on the bright spots, for both myself and my mentee. I have to make sure that I focus on these bright spots for more than 12 seconds so it has an opportunity to stay within me positively. It is these bright spots that will help me guide myself and my mentee through challenges and also help us overcome changes. Life is full of bight spots. It is up to us as individuals to find them and use them for our benefit.]]> 2019-04-17 00:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352161458 elarabyamany https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352670124 2019-04-18 20:34:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352670124 brian_duffy2 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352824711 My main takeaway, by far, regards dealing with change and the importance of having a positive perspective when implementing change. Meaning, as a leader, instead of saying our behavior management is poor, let's make change, I can focus on what does work or on what we value as a community. Identifying our strengths will give us a collective safe place to begin our journey together. No one wants to hear that what they have been doing is wrong, bad, ineffective, etc. I need to implement change without causing stakeholders to "flip their lid". I need to practice and be an example of the AI approach and the 4 principles of change. By demonstrating those skills myself, others will have the tools and hopefully willingness to be courageous with me as we change]]> 2019-04-20 01:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352824711 emwelh06 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352857113 One of the major takeaways from this week is to focus on the positive or "bright spots" in situations. I can do this by setting intentions, taking an inquiry stance, engaging in appreciative inquiry, dealing with emotions, and practicing reflection. The other major takeaway from this week is to accept that all I can control is my response to situations. Going forward, I plan to classify my complaints about situations into the spheres of control and influence and ask myself where I want to put my energy. I truly believe that doing so will make me a more resilient educator and person. ]]> 2019-04-20 14:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352857113 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352921161 My first takeaway was Boy, this was some intensive week! It might have helped if I hadn't procrastinated so long on finishing my calendar (wanted to read the last few chapters of Aguilar before continuing). The Danielson download really seemed over the top since mentors have been immersed in this for years and mentees need to absorb it slowly through practice rather than as an academic exercise. Connecting Danielson to the Standards of Effective Practice, however, made me realized how this is turf we must navigate since it is essential to our state's licensing requirements, and it is good stuff (if one challenges it enough to ensure it is not too "western." Finally, I am still chuckling at Aguilar's observation that those who speak critically of things are often regarded as the most intellectual. I think we misunderstand the concept of critical thinking if we consider it being negative rather than being open-minded and willing to challenge our own thinking. Creative thinking is always a form of critical thinking in my view, so maybe that leads me to restate my position that teaching is as much an art (if not more) than a science after all ]]> 2019-04-21 13:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/aaxg4rp5sd0f/wish/352921161