Reflect on some of the communications practices/styles observed or learned through your seminar leading experience. Ensure you connect the observed practices with your (revised?) philosophy and place them in the context of your own goals and approaches.
Reflections in 2 parts:
Part One
Part Two
Reflection on reflections in 2 parts:
Part One
In this audiophile, I wrote and read a short transcript. I was able to get all my thoughts across with very little to no stumbling. Having a script to follow helped guide me and keep me on track. There is a beginning, middle and end.
Transcript "Learning through discussion has always been a big part of my philosophy when it comes to resource development and instructional design. Most of my experience has revolved around English language acquisition through speaking, listening, reading and writing skill development. Throughout this course, I have grown to learn that there is more to leading a seminar than presenting the content and activities. Teacher presence through follow-up, monitoring, guiding and coaching also plays huge role. Without this, the discussion is less meaningful, regardless of how much was generated. Attempting to expand my focus from content to needs and preferences will enable deeper learning and foster retention."
Part Two
In this second audiophile I attempted to diverge from a transcript, relying on a few linear notes and points. It was a more natural, personal, less produced experience and I think it brought more of a human aspect to the reflection. I find my speech to be rushed and nervous. This continues to be a challenge for me, but I'm working on slowly opening up and exposing my presence, just like a fiddlehead.
Reflections in 2 parts:
Part One
Part Two
Reflection on reflections in 2 parts:
Part One
In this audiophile, I wrote and read a short transcript. I was able to get all my thoughts across with very little to no stumbling. Having a script to follow helped guide me and keep me on track. There is a beginning, middle and end.Transcript
"Learning through discussion has always been a big part of my philosophy when it comes to resource development and instructional design. Most of my experience has revolved around English language acquisition through speaking, listening, reading and writing skill development. Throughout this course, I have grown to learn that there is more to leading a seminar than presenting the content and activities. Teacher presence through follow-up, monitoring, guiding and coaching also plays huge role. Without this, the discussion is less meaningful, regardless of how much was generated. Attempting to expand my focus from content to needs and preferences will enable deeper learning and foster retention."
Part Two
In this second audiophile I attempted to diverge from a transcript, relying on a few linear notes and points. It was a more natural, personal, less produced experience and I think it brought more of a human aspect to the reflection. I find my speech to be rushed and nervous. This continues to be a challenge for me, but I'm working on slowly opening up and exposing my presence, just like a fiddlehead.