Jason Gaylord
Educ. 422 MW 1-2:15
Instructor McCulloch
POSTING #1
Something important I learned this week would definitely be learning that to be able to observe everything on Webct6, I needed to reset some of my current internet pop-up blocker settings. Though this was something small, it will certainly be an important piece of knowledge I need to be successful in the course. Obviously, if I am unable to view the syllabus and observe the instructional material on how to do the assignments, I would not be able to complete the criteria for passing the class. I think it is interesting that throughout my educational experience, it has always been the little things that cause the biggest problems, but also, knowing how to do the little things that help the most. I have also learned that it is very important to pay attention to detail and organize everything in folders clearly marked and labeled, so that all my work will be easy to find and finished in a timely manner. My educated guess would be that many people have had the same problem. For example, he or she completed the homework or assignment on time but right when it was due were unable to locate the file or paper. I know from experience that the “dog ate my homework” excuse could have been a believable story had my teachers seen my room in junior high.
This week, however, I also learned more important information about the bigger picture of becoming a successful teacher. Professionalism is a quality all good teachers must possess, not only to be effective in the classroom, but also to get a job and standout among his or her peers. Everyone could stand for more polishing, and I am no exception to the rule. For instance, before I read some of the extra material on how to correctly write a business letter, I would have probably taken a much more casual approach and style to my writing, something I did not fully master in previous college experience.
Jason Gaylord
