What outcomes did you not achieve?

The outcomes I did not achieve were reviewing the Technology/Leadership surveys more, using the Multiple Intelligences Theory in my classroom, and using RSS feeds for instructional purposes. I did not reach my personal goals for various reasons. When reviewing the surveys it seemed that time did not permit for me to return to them. The class was more fast-paced than I anticipated. I did keep the surveys in mine, as I completed the assignments. I was aware of my areas of weakness. The areas that I was weak in were more challenging to complete.
When trying new strategies in the classroom, I considered the C-Scope curriculum I must follow. I was extremely excited about the Multiple Intelligences Theory. At the beginning of the school year, I gave the students a Learning Styles Survey. The Multiple Intelligence seemed more adaptive to understand how students’ learn. I would like to give it to compare; however, at the moment the curriculum will not allow for this. We are at the end of a semester and tests were given to assess the students.
I also enjoyed the RSS feeds assignment and information. I know this will save me some time on finding teaching material for class. I have yet to revisit RSS feeds and find some links for instructional purposes. Mills said RSS feeds could be used for websites (2007). I will purpose to use RSS feeds with the Reading department’s website I plan to create. It will be online safety tips. I teach middle school students. I agree with Adelman that middle school students are a prime group for predators to target (2004). After reviewing, online safety, I am positive my group of students and parents would appreciate learning about safety and security. As, I read I could connect with the parents and with their concerns.
Even though, all of my goals were not met, I am excited about this class. It gave me a foundation and finally I am breaking down the wall of technological fear. The fear subsided less and less as each week’s assignment was completed. I believe that the goals will be met and that I will continue to strive in this digital world to be a teacher who chooses to teach (Gladwell, 2000).
References
Adelman, H. (2004). Teaching online safety. Voices From the Middle, 11(3), 17-22.
Galdwell, Malcolm. (2000). The tipping point: How little things can make a big difference.
Mills, Lane. (2007, December). The next wave now: Web 2.0. The School Administrator. 4-5.