The Final Sprint. This is the week that has seen the climax of our hard work. The
project writing phase is over and its implementation is underway. The students´
excitement and engagement is transcendent. This is what I call autonomy and
authenticity in action. This week´s workload was light but prolifically productive
as we have seen how the multiple intelligences and the learning styles theories
were not synonyms but inherent characteristics of the learners for which
technology can play a fundamental role as it is a bit challenging for the
teacher to cater to all the LSs without the help of technology. Another milestone
is the final stage of the project writing. Reading and peer- editing my course mate´s
draft was an enriching experience from which I realized that there were many
things which we take for granted but which can only be seen through the eyes of
another reader. Such a reader is able to pinpoint the flaws and suggest constructive
moves to improve the project. I was so lucky to have had a very serious honest
peer-editor to whom I am so deeply indebted for having devoted whole-heartedly her
precious time to scrutinize the tiniest details of the draft. Although I am trying to concentrate on this
week’s reflection many thoughts about next week keep haunting my mind and I am
afraid that I let loose all my thoughts I won’t have anything to say about next
week in due time. So, I’d rather put an end to this week’s reflection right
now.
dear Kraim,
ReplyDeletea couldn't agree more with your idea on peer reviewing because many tiny , fine details could be seen and pointed through the eyes of another reader. As I know Alex, this must be wonderful and unique experience.
My students are almost at the end of my project and , soon, it will be posted on my project padlet and be available for your students comments. This will, hopefully encourage and inspire our students to think, share and act internationally.
by this time, next WEEK, will be millionaires (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxLrsn9ZsiQ) as Del said in famous series "Only fool and horses". Our millionaire sum, of course will be reflected in our unique knowledge and friendship we're taken from this course.
greetings from Serbia
zeljko
Dear Zeljko,
DeleteUntil now, I have never disagreed with you. This time I have to say that you are absolutely RIGHT again. We have so amazingly increased our deposits of skills and knowlege by particiapting in this elaborately designed course with this wonderful bunch of people from around the four corners of the world.
Let's nurture this deposit in the near future!
;-)
Dear Karim,
ReplyDeleteYou should have become a writer, a famous author! You are very straight-forward, so clear and succint, something I can't manage.
For me it was also a very rewarding experience to have my draft peer-reviewed and doing the same for a colleague. Zeljko was fantastic by highlighting what he believed was surplus and what he thought was good, all so obvious for me :) Hope the result matches the expectations.
Looking forward already to what you have to say next week. In the meantime, have a great week!
Best greetings from across the Mediterranean,
Alex
Dear Alex,
DeleteThank you so much for the great job you did when reviewing my draft. These words are not enough to express my gratitude about the quality of the work you have done. I will never quit repeating that I was so lucky to have you as a partner and I am so proud of you and your students.
Let us seal the bond that was created thanks to this course
All the best,
Dear Karim
ReplyDeleteAlthough I am not your partner, I read your final report draft and the drafts of your group members. I was surprised at how sincerely you participated in this course and the report.Actually I spent the hardest time, but this week was the most meaningful time at the same time. As yout said. this week is the climax of our course like the flower blossom. I think we share the same great memory.
Soo.
Dear Soo,
DeleteI am inviting you and your students to participate in this project. I told my students about the possibility of having a partnership with a Korean school and other countries to join us and they simply loved the idea. So, please, come aboard. You are most welcome.
Dear Karim'
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to wish you all the best.
Karima Nazirdeen