Module 9: Activity 10: Partnership Letter

As the old adage says,"No man is an island," the same is true for educational institutions. There is a growing need for them to form partnership with another establishment so that goals can be achieved. It is worthwhile remember that when a partnership is sought, the letter of invitation need not be excessively long but concise and to the point. 

It is also a good practice to approach businesses who have been contributing to the school and have been showing interest in its development.

Presently, establishments are willing and ready to partner with educational institutions because they know that they can have a say in type of education and skills that are instilled in students. These establishments will benefit in the end when they employ some of those same students when they leave school or even for summer and Christmas vacations.

Module 9: Activity 9- Creating a shared vision

No matter what vision one has for an institution, one should never force it on the stakeholders. Instead, one should get ideas from them then make a final vision that includes the contribution of all involved. It was rather impressive to find out that other educators in my school have similar vision as mine for the school. Also they had others that I never thought about.

So, as the words say, "SHARED VISION", which means the visions of more than one person combined.

Module 9: Activity 8 – Importance of vision:

My one big thought about a vision for my school:

It is my hope that sooner than later, Pares Secondary School would be among the many schools worldwide that has integrated ICT across its curriculum. This can be achieved when the integration takes place with curriculum, spatial, temporal, pedagogical, and attitudinal. It is also a clear reminder that a school cannot succeed with a vision.

How I feel about the course so far: I am quite please with the course because it has added new knowledge to my previous knowledge and has given me new insights into the importance of leadership.

Module 9: Activity 6: Models and stages of technology change

What I have learnt about how soon to expect change and how much change to expect: Change is a gradual process and not everyone will come board in the initial stage. However, there needs to be an ICT assessment of the staff and the school so that this would guide decision making to move forward.

What I feel is my biggest challenge in achieving technology change in my school: My biggest challenge would be financial support for installation and maintenance of infrastructure.

Module 9: Activity 5: Learning Communites

What I have learnt about learning communities online: This activity gave me the opportunity to look into the function of ICT in two schools. The researches have shed some on how they coped with situations during their installation period. 

Here are the points that are upper most in my mind:-

 

1.   Get the overall feel of the staff on the issue.

2.   Allow time for them to use their previous knowledge of ICT.

3.   Have a plan that is workable for the majority.

4.   Have information available in print and online.

5.   Keep a close connection with the community and all other stakeholders.

6.   Use the traditional pedagogies as building blocks.

Module 9: Activity 8: Importance of vision

At Pares Secondary School I envision a  plant that is highly secured and ICT friendly through the following:- 

 The use and application of up-to-date ICT tools.

The use of online and offline modes of ICT to support the teaching and learning process.

The availability of on-site and just-in-time technical support for teachers which are flexible and extendable beyond the classroom.

The involvement of parents and communities.

The availability of sufficient computer facilities and digital resource materials

The availability of reliable internet connection.

 

My one big thought about a vision for my school:

It is my hope that sooner than later, Pares Secondary School would be among the many schools worldwide that has integrated ICT across its curriculum. This can be achieved when the integration takes place with curriculum, spatial, temporal, pedagogical, and attitudinal.

How I feel about the course so far: I am quite please with the course because it has added new knowledge to my previous knowledge and has given me new insights into the importance of leadership.