Professional Development

As a Business and IT teacher I need to have a level of expertise that I am continually updating. Successful innovative integration of ICT within the curriculum requires that I remain current as ICTs expand and grow. 

Technology in education is ever changing with new environments for learning emerging. This requires specialist teachers to not only have high levels of ICT skills, but functional knowledge of the technology to deliver, transform and lead curriculum.

I believe ICTs are integral to the learning process and have the potential to transform the type of learning and teaching that occurs. To support this belief I have created a professional development plan to optimise my learning and keep abreast of changes.

Critical reflection of my teaching skills have  initiated further university study towards a Masters in Education Technology degree from the University of Southern Queensland. I aim to develop new knowledge and beliefs about learning and pedagogy.

Education with computers is fun, however as educators we face continual challenges. Professional development in this area is time consuming, rewarding and hard work. To keep abreast of the wave of ICTs in education, using technology for me has become a way of knowing, working and living. I am enjoying the challenge and hope to maintain excitement and enthusiasm in my classroom.

In the process of upgrading my teaching and ICT qualifications, sometimes I don't feel I have a life, I have a computer!

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