Time - 01:01

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I really appreciate this approach of building the course from the ground up rather than just basing it of existing programs that have become dated and less relevant to the modern classroom.

Time - 01:35

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I think this is tremendously important. Prior to this year I was teaching sixth grade in elementary school for a number of years. During their graduation we would always reflect on their experiences and talk about the future that we are preparing them for. Technology is going to be even more transformative in the future as automation, AI, IT become widespread. The future of work is likely to be completely different. We need to give them the skills they will need to survive in this world. We also need to set an example by demonstrating these skills ourselves.

Instructor's Feedback

Yes, exactly. So many of the jobs our students will have in the future don't exist today. We need to instill 21st century skills so they can perform in tomorrow's world, no matter what that may be exactly.

Time - 02:01

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Learning about new digital tools and learning methods certainly sounds useful. I've already begun to learn a few things even though I am reasonably tech savvy. I teach coding, an extremely progressive digital art club, I helped to start a very large international 360/VR Cultural exchange project as well as an international 3D art exchange project but I still have a lot to learn.

Instructor's Feedback

Wow, you've got an interesting background and skills set. I'm sure you'll be a great asset to the cohort.

Time - 02:28

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Right, I just noticed I can see peer submissions for this video, that is really interesting! I definitely think that that will be a great chance for us to learn from each other.

Instructor's Feedback

Yes, and for certain activities, you'll need to comment on peer work (like Activity 2 this week).

Time - 03:21

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I think the observations are definitely something I look forward to, not because they are something that I am good at, but because they are something I find difficult. I am sure many other teachers feel the same way, but I always become very self conscious when I am being observed by my peers, I tend to make more mistakes and it generally stresses me out. I hope that with more practice I can become more relaxed and improve my performance during observations.

Instructor's Feedback

It's definitely a skill you'll need as a teacher. Getting observed will happen plenty of times throughout your career, so might as well get used to it!

Time - 04:43

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I am looking forward to learning from this program. :)