Throughout my career I have always been a bit of a 'yes' person. Not because I am weak, but because I've always wanted to be at the forefront of anything that was going on! I've wanted to learn, to deliver, to attend. So I've got myself involved in anything and everything I could.
I also have a huge interest in ICT as a tool not only for teaching maths, but also for life! I regularly use Twitter and I have a personal account (for the fun and mundane) but I also have an account where I have a huge PLN (Personal Learning Network) based around maths and teaching from which I learn so much (and hopefully give a little back). I practically live online!
I'm sure that's a whole blog post for the future.
I try to incorporate ICT into my lessons as much as possible, but feel somewhat held back by policy on handheld devices in schools.
At the induction day for the University we have been asked to choose a workshop session for the afternoon - I've chosen "Using Technology in secondary mathematics classrooms - embracing the hiccups".
ICT in mathematics education is definitely my bag!
When reality set in, I was a little more reticent. My timetable was to be unreasonable and I wasn't sure if I could do the project justice. I decided to say 'No' to this one.
However, events have unfolded that means I've changed my mind. That is to say, my timetable has not been as bad as initially thought and the person due to attend (my HOD) has so much on his plate that he was grateful for the offer of me taking his place. I don't mean to come across as bullish - it was more a case of "Are you going, or would you prefer me to go....?"
I'm quite excited. I've looked at the web demo and it looks amazing. I'm already formulating ideas in my head and I haven't even attended the first session yet!
That's tomorrow evening. When I find out a little more, I'll write about it.
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