Session 2: DFI - T4, 2021 - Workflow

Having a go at creating a Google Meet, recording and then publishing the recording on my professional blog.  I am sure my future recordings will improve as my knowledge and confidence grows.

Chalk 'n Talk 

I am enjoying the variety of Chalk 'n Talk topics.  I have used Google Gmail / Calendar, as it is the suite used at work and I have used Gmail for my personal purposes but I have never been shown a number of the features available.

Deep Dive

The Deep Dive topics of Google Keep and Taming your Tabs with Toby I found very interesting.  I haven't used Toby but I can see the benefits to utilising.  I think Toby is a great tool to show learners.  Having the ability to access / retrieve content you have stored from one source rather than using the search tools will be a great time saver.  Collating all your files into one collection is a great tool.

Google Keep is something I think I need to investigate further as my current practice of notes and lists is effective.  However, I do see the benefits of having the ability to collaborate notes and lists.

Session 1: DFI - T4, 2021 - Core Business

DFI - Term 4 - Online 2021

Day 1 - Core Business

Today I commenced the start of the online DFI Course.  It is great to network with other educators across the country.

I am quite excited but also apprehensive about the training.  I have been a Microsoft Office Suite user all my working career and stepping foot into the Google World does bring challenges.  However, I am up for the challenge and look forward to the day that I become a proficient user.

Being new to teaching, having an introduction to Manaiakalani and understanding the pedagogy and Kaupapa I found very informative - Connecting communities, motivating and engaging 21^st Century learners through Learn, Create, Share.

Having the ability to test some of our new skills throughout the day I found very helpful.   I have included an example of a draft poster utilising Google docs.  Still many skills to learn!

Nga mai haere mai

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