My three feeling words from this morning's discussion of the 3rd space were frustrated (when I was thinking about 'cookie cutter' education), curious (when talking about connections I wondered how this relates to us as educators) and overwhelmed (when wondering how on Earth I will achieve it).
On reflection these feelings haven't changed all that much. I still feel frustrated at the traditional sense of 'one size fits all' education (incl. standardised testing, reporting styles, curriculum and expectations in education). On the other side of the coin it's very exciting to think that here at Ormiston Primary we are challenging traditions and reconstructing teaching and learning in an authentic and effective way and that I will become part of that journey.
During the discussion I realised that the connections relate to me as an educator and a learner because I will be responsible for facilitating the learners' connections with each other and their world and I will also be forming my own connections with colleagues, ideas and information. I still feel curious about this as I'm keen to see how this will look and where it will take us.
I feel overwhelmed by the ideas presented today as it seems like a long journey to take, and will possibly be difficult to measure and keep track of. I feel like as an educator I need to fully prepare children for their today and for their future and I want them to be well rounded, collaborative, creative, forward thinking, innovative citizens. This seems like a huge mountain to climb but I think it will be hugely satisfying and exciting.
Update
This afternoon I came home feeling quite overwhelmed but after taking some time to digest the information presented I'm now really excited to get stuck in. I feel very inspired by the general philosophy of the school and the ideas presented today and know that they will provide a much richer learning experience for myself and for the learners.
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