Can we clarify places that we'd like to go for our next meeting? If I have the basic idea correct, our primary purpose is to create a symbiotic structure between the University and RF Schools...but after that large idea was posed, I find myself a little fuzzy on the details. From the meeting, I heard/remembered one purpose being to create a structure that gives an 'honors' or more in-depth experience to student teachers at the secondary level. I also remembered something where we were identifying a common purpose - and I remember advocating for creativity, or at least for a common goal that would unite rather than further fragment our conception of what education is...but I don't remember why it was important to identify that concept. Perhaps it was something to do with the conference that was mentioned? Another purpose I heard/remembered as an opportunity was a tie where technology is encouraged by University Student/RF Teacher interaction. I frankly don't recall other 'large spokes'. Were there others that were discussed?
Fully putting energy in all of these directions makes it difficult to make headway in any one area. Is it possible for us to prioritize? If we can agree on what the discussion is to center on, we have a greater likelihood of moving forward, or at least being prepared to discuss ideas that support that central idea.
Thoughts?
Carrie,
ReplyDeleteOur next meeting will be a place for small group and large group discussion and input regarding a focus for our collaborative partnership. I think creativity, critical thinking and technology are all a part of this discussion. I have prepared a list of questions and I will post them here today. This way everyone will have a chance to read, think and ponder before weighing in at our next meeting.