DFI Week 7 - Computation Thinking

What a great session for learning about computational thinking.   Today's sessions confirmed that I am on the correct path to building the digital technology platform for future learners.  In my role I have the capacity to teach from years 1 to year 10, therefore I can build a seamless pathway of learning through the learn, create, share pedagogy for implementing the digital technologies.  I learnt that the more correct term to use is 'empowered' not necessary agency because some whanau think of the official 'agencies'.    I find it depends who you are talking to, as to what language they use.  

The MIT Moral Machine I had done in the past, but still find it very interesting to navigate.  I am still considering whether to show my Year 10 digital technology class - what do you think? 

I have found when exploring Code there is a number of great resources out there.  I do however get sidetracked and go off on tangents... I have used in the past Scratch JR, Scratch, Code.org.  I will investigate Code with Google and Pencil Code, as potential future programmes. Create your own Google logo looks pretty cool, here is my efforts:

DFI Week 8 - External Exam

 Today I embarked on the Google Certified Educator Level 1 exam.  I had been studying using the Fundamentals Training through Google.  The learning was broken down into 13 units, with information, videos, and other notes, then opportunities to answer questions at the end or each unit and the review the unit, here is an overview.  

Update: happy to announce that I have passed.  I look forward to continuing my learning with further study for Google Level 2 Certification. 

When reflecting on the Digital Fluency Intensive there was a lot of great learning taking place.  I am glad I have had the opportunity to take the time to learn, create and share.  I am a lifelong learner and will continue to learn beyond the DFI.  DFI has provided me the tools and skills to further develop the digital technology programme at our kura, with the students and staff.  I can't wait for more teachers to participate in this training, and hopefully be as fulfill as I am.