I hope I'm in th right place to comment on the "bringing on the learning revolution" video. If I am, here are my thoughts... The whole video was so interesting and brought up so many good points. What struck me most though was the last part about treading on our children's dreams. I can't count how many times I was discouraged from persuing music or art by my teachers because there was no money in it. They were well intentioned I'm sure but I wonder if my life would be different had I not listened to them. I'm scared for my nephews who have so many interests - it would be a travesty if their dreams were trampled. Something to keep in mind as a teacher (and as a person in general)...
I thought the short video was extremely interesting as well spectacular susan! I really liked how Sir Ken Robinson used multiple examples to back up what he was discussing. For a researcher I thought he was pretty funny, he's not dry. When Sir Robinson was talking about how his daughter never wears a watch, that made me think, I never, NEVER wear a watch, I made the under 25 club. However, what made me think was the fact that when I get older I can only imagine what my children are going to have available to them. In a way its scary, right now I believe i'm pretty good with technological gadgets, but in 30 years or so I can really be out of date, if i let that happen! I already promised myself multiple times that I will always try and stay one step a head when it comes to introducing technology into my classroom. Thats how students understand their life around them these days and believe me I saw first hand while student teaching how important it is to use technology in my classroom to keep the interest of my students. Im hoping that i will not be in the statistic were my students are bored 50% - 100%, 50% - 100% of the time!
Thank you for your testing of this site. Your comments are reflective. I too was awakened by the comment about the watch, and now notice how few students wear them, yet, it's the first thing I put on every day. I continue to be diligent on staying current with educational theories, and yet still feel like I have so much to learn. As for following our dreams to fulfill our destinies, wow is that a challenge. Too often we choose the path that is secure and feeds our pocketbook. Extremely difficult not to. Where would we be if we chose to follow our "dreams"? Hard to quantify or answer. I look forward to our discussion on Tuesday.
I’m a fan of Sir Ken Robinson, I absolutely agree with need to customize education for our children. One of the wonderful things about being human is that we are all so very different and quite unique in our own way. By creating conditions with in our current education system to aid our children’s natural talents, ultimately allowing them to flourish and soar… Well, shouldn’t we be doing that? And wouldn’t it be a crime not to? He speaks about passion, and how our current system is holding young minds back. Maybe standardization isn’t the way to go…
I had never heard of Sir Ken Robinson. He brought up some incredibly great points. I think that people should go into a profession because they love it, and are destined to be in that profession, not for the money or the work hours. I agree that every single person is talented, and able to do so many things. People should live healthy lifestyles where they are what they do. Our lives should be completely organic and flexible, we should try not to think in such a linear way. I do think that life and college begins in kindergarten. With new state mandates, its very interesting to think about how much the common core standards spiral from kindergarten to first and first to second and so on. He talks about creating movements through schools, and having children think with their natural talents, I think as new teachers we needs to implement what Sir Ken Robinson is saying as well as what New York State is telling us we need to do. Combining the two will allow for a better well-rounded happy, and passionate child. I think that Sir Ken Robinson is a very interesting man who really lives they way he speaks, happily, joyfully and with passion for what he does and loves.
I did enjoy his speech very much and I agree with what everyone else has said. What I enjoyed most about it was that he put it in a perspective that I could understand as I am a hobbyist horticulturist. It made a lot of sense how he explained that we are organic and not mechanical. I began thinking of my EDU201 class where we were taught about how Plato was taught and how he began to teach. We have strayed away from that concept. We are teaching our students how to become manufacturers and to not have free will. I had a lot of thoughts about everything he said and I am thankful that I had the opportunity to watch this.
On a side note, I would like to create a blog where all of us could work together and share resources that we have found in order to further our academic development. Also, where we could share thoughts and ideas of teaching methods and approaches as well as tools. I created one through facebook with the undergrads and I think it was great and very useful. It would obviously not be mandatory for anyone to use or post, just a friendly blog for classmates to share. What do you think?
I can only agree with Sir Ken Robinson. To quote Robert Deniro in Bronx Tale, "The worst thing in this world is wasted talent." There are so many people out there just going through the motions, not using there true talents. It is so important to encourage our studednts to follow their dreams. Some may have talents that are so deep and never explored. As educators we can try to help students investigate and exploit there otherwise hidden talents. When Sir KenRobinson spoke about the fireman who was ridiculed as a young man it got me wondering how many students around the world dealt with the same negativity. Although the reference in the video ended up having a positive outcome, how many students aren't so lucky? We must remember that we may be a defining factor in a students life. In many cases we may be the only factor. This video inspired me to be more conscience of the thoughts of my students and will encourage me to challenge myself for the benefit of my classroom. It is our duty to bring out the best in our students without bias and with an open mind.
I agree with Sir Ken Robinson and what others have shared as well. There was a time when I was going through the motions, and was not happy with a career choice I made. It wasn't until I came back into teaching children again, that I found happiness. I think what stays with me the most about Sir Ken's speech is when he shared the story of the fireman, and then he stated, "human communities depend upon a diversity of talent, not a singular conception of ability." It really made me think about how important it is to keep an "organic" approach to our students natural talents so they can flourish as they strive to grow into them. There were many good points throughout Sir Ken's speech. I am looking forward to hearing more of his thoughts.
I absolutely loved this video. I have seen a few videos on Sir Ken Robinson already in other classes and loved them all. He is a very intriguing, insightful, and intelligent person. I loved what he said about his daughter. It was very funny to me because I love watches and still go by the time of a watch over my cell phone! I thought that joke was cute. I do agree with a lot of the things he had to talk about. It is true that many people do go through their life thinking they are not good at anything, yet have many unrecognizable talents. It is sad when this occurs, especially in children. It takes away from their innocence and adds negativity to their life, which is something no child should have to endure. This lack of self-worth and ambition in children can stem from problems in their family, peers, school, etc. Then there are those in life who grow up knowing exactly what they are good at, love what they do, and pursue their dreams to the fullest without any help. But what needs to be magnified under a scope in the educational world is how to help those who cannot recognize their strengths or cannot see their talents. It is those kids that I feel Sir Ken Robinson is saying for educators to reach out to and devise a solution to this expanding dilemma of wasted talent amongst kids. If it cannot be fixed during childhood then their transition into adulthood will only intensify the feelings of self-doubt that will eventually transform into a ripple effect of negativity. I do agree that we need to personalize education and that human talent is tremendousy diverse. In order to bring out the passion in every individual student, the passion needs to be taught in the art of teaching itself, by educators who clearly portray what it is to follow your dreams in life. Although the obstacles are numerous in life, it is so important to believe in this quote and in yourself.
"It is never too late to be who you might have been" -George Eliot
Sir Ken Robinson has such fascinating views on education! His stories that connect with education truly get you thinking about how education is framed and why it is done the way it is. His story of his son playing Joseph in the Nativity play was a great example of innocence. When he discussed how the little boy said, “Frank sent this,” and he asked his son if the boy had noticed what he did, the son had no idea. In education, we are looking for everyone togive the "right answer". If someone does something wrong or different, they are told to change. They will surely never do that again. Then teachers come and say it is okay to make mistakes, but by that time most have lost their originality.
I can attest that, I went through school as a student who wanted to do well and never liked to fail. This in turn meant that, I never tried to do anything that I wasn’t very good at. I was afraid of failure. I am still afraid of failure, and will only do things that I know will turn out a positive outcome. Teaching should not be nurturing this attitude. Instead, we need to show students that, if you never try, you will never succeed. Teachers (myself included) also need to take on this new attitude and hopefully it will rub off on the students!
I hope I'm in th right place to comment on the "bringing on the learning revolution" video. If I am, here are my thoughts... The whole video was so interesting and brought up so many good points. What struck me most though was the last part about treading on our children's dreams. I can't count how many times I was discouraged from persuing music or art by my teachers because there was no money in it. They were well intentioned I'm sure but I wonder if my life would be different had I not listened to them. I'm scared for my nephews who have so many interests - it would be a travesty if their dreams were trampled. Something to keep in mind as a teacher (and as a person in general)...
ReplyDeleteI thought the short video was extremely interesting as well spectacular susan! I really liked how Sir Ken Robinson used multiple examples to back up what he was discussing. For a researcher I thought he was pretty funny, he's not dry. When Sir Robinson was talking about how his daughter never wears a watch, that made me think, I never, NEVER wear a watch, I made the under 25 club. However, what made me think was the fact that when I get older I can only imagine what my children are going to have available to them. In a way its scary, right now I believe i'm pretty good with technological gadgets, but in 30 years or so I can really be out of date, if i let that happen! I already promised myself multiple times that I will always try and stay one step a head when it comes to introducing technology into my classroom. Thats how students understand their life around them these days and believe me I saw first hand while student teaching how important it is to use technology in my classroom to keep the interest of my students. Im hoping that i will not be in the statistic were my students are bored 50% - 100%, 50% - 100% of the time!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your testing of this site. Your comments are reflective. I too was awakened by the comment about the watch, and now notice how few students wear them, yet, it's the first thing I put on every day. I continue to be diligent on staying current with educational theories, and yet still feel like I have so much to learn.
ReplyDeleteAs for following our dreams to fulfill our destinies, wow is that a challenge. Too often we choose the path that is secure and feeds our pocketbook. Extremely difficult not to. Where would we be if we chose to follow our "dreams"? Hard to quantify or answer. I look forward to our discussion on Tuesday.
I’m a fan of Sir Ken Robinson, I absolutely agree with need to customize education for our children. One of the wonderful things about being human is that we are all so very different and quite unique in our own way. By creating conditions with in our current education system to aid our children’s natural talents, ultimately allowing them to flourish and soar… Well, shouldn’t we be doing that? And wouldn’t it be a crime not to? He speaks about passion, and how our current system is holding young minds back. Maybe standardization isn’t the way to go…
ReplyDeleteI had never heard of Sir Ken Robinson. He brought up some incredibly great points. I think that people should go into a profession because they love it, and are destined to be in that profession, not for the money or the work hours. I agree that every single person is talented, and able to do so many things. People should live healthy lifestyles where they are what they do. Our lives should be completely organic and flexible, we should try not to think in such a linear way. I do think that life and college begins in kindergarten. With new state mandates, its very interesting to think about how much the common core standards spiral from kindergarten to first and first to second and so on. He talks about creating movements through schools, and having children think with their natural talents, I think as new teachers we needs to implement what Sir Ken Robinson is saying as well as what New York State is telling us we need to do. Combining the two will allow for a better well-rounded happy, and passionate child. I think that Sir Ken Robinson is a very interesting man who really lives they way he speaks, happily, joyfully and with passion for what he does and loves.
ReplyDeleteI did enjoy his speech very much and I agree with what everyone else has said. What I enjoyed most about it was that he put it in a perspective that I could understand as I am a hobbyist horticulturist. It made a lot of sense how he explained that we are organic and not mechanical. I began thinking of my EDU201 class where we were taught about how Plato was taught and how he began to teach. We have strayed away from that concept. We are teaching our students how to become manufacturers and to not have free will. I had a lot of thoughts about everything he said and I am thankful that I had the opportunity to watch this.
ReplyDeleteOn a side note, I would like to create a blog where all of us could work together and share resources that we have found in order to further our academic development. Also, where we could share thoughts and ideas of teaching methods and approaches as well as tools. I created one through facebook with the undergrads and I think it was great and very useful. It would obviously not be mandatory for anyone to use or post, just a friendly blog for classmates to share. What do you think?
ReplyDeleteI can only agree with Sir Ken Robinson. To quote Robert Deniro in Bronx Tale, "The worst thing in this world is wasted talent." There are so many people out there just going through the motions, not using there true talents. It is so important to encourage our studednts to follow their dreams. Some may have talents that are so deep and never explored. As educators we can try to help students investigate and exploit there otherwise hidden talents. When Sir KenRobinson spoke about the fireman who was ridiculed as a young man it got me wondering how many students around the world dealt with the same negativity. Although the reference in the video ended up having a positive outcome, how many students aren't so lucky? We must remember that we may be a defining factor in a students life. In many cases we may be the only factor. This video inspired me to be more conscience of the thoughts of my students and will encourage me to challenge myself for the benefit of my classroom. It is our duty to bring out the best in our students without bias and with an open mind.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sir Ken Robinson and what others have shared as well. There was a time when I was going through the motions, and was not happy with a career choice I made. It wasn't until I came back into teaching children again, that I found happiness. I think what stays with me the most about Sir Ken's speech is when he shared the story of the fireman, and then he stated, "human communities depend upon a diversity of talent, not a singular conception of ability." It really made me think about how important it is to keep an "organic" approach to our students natural talents so they can flourish as they strive to grow into them. There were many good points throughout Sir Ken's speech. I am looking forward to hearing more of his thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely loved this video. I have seen a few videos on Sir Ken Robinson already in other classes and loved them all. He is a very intriguing, insightful, and intelligent person. I loved what he said about his daughter. It was very funny to me because I love watches and still go by the time of a watch over my cell phone! I thought that joke was cute. I do agree with a lot of the things he had to talk about. It is true that many people do go through their life thinking they are not good at anything, yet have many unrecognizable talents. It is sad when this occurs, especially in children. It takes away from their innocence and adds negativity to their life, which is something no child should have to endure. This lack of self-worth and ambition in children can stem from problems in their family, peers, school, etc. Then there are those in life who grow up knowing exactly what they are good at, love what they do, and pursue their dreams to the fullest without any help. But what needs to be magnified under a scope in the educational world is how to help those who cannot recognize their strengths or cannot see their talents. It is those kids that I feel Sir Ken Robinson is saying for educators to reach out to and devise a solution to this expanding dilemma of wasted talent amongst kids. If it cannot be fixed during childhood then their transition into adulthood will only intensify the feelings of self-doubt that will eventually transform into a ripple effect of negativity. I do agree that we need to personalize education and that human talent is tremendousy diverse. In order to bring out the passion in every individual student, the passion needs to be taught in the art of teaching itself, by educators who clearly portray what it is to follow your dreams in life. Although the obstacles are numerous in life, it is so important to believe in this quote and in yourself.
ReplyDelete"It is never too late to be who you might have been" -George Eliot
Sir Ken Robinson has such fascinating views on education! His stories that connect with education truly get you thinking about how education is framed and why it is done the way it is. His story of his son playing Joseph in the Nativity play was a great example of innocence. When he discussed how the little boy said, “Frank sent this,” and he asked his son if the boy had noticed what he did, the son had no idea. In education, we are looking for everyone togive the "right answer". If someone does something wrong or different, they are told to change. They will surely never do that again. Then teachers come and say it is okay to make mistakes, but by that time most have lost their originality.
ReplyDeleteI can attest that, I went through school as a student who wanted to do well and never liked to fail. This in turn meant that, I never tried to do anything that I wasn’t very good at. I was afraid of failure. I am still afraid of failure, and will only do things that I know will turn out a positive outcome. Teaching should not be nurturing this attitude. Instead, we need to show students that, if you never try, you will never succeed. Teachers (myself included) also need to take on this new attitude and hopefully it will rub off on the students!
I completely missed this blog. Playing catch-up today while in Hampton Bays :) have a good day!!!
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