Well, my first PIDP course is winding up. The weeks went by really quickly. It was a lot of work but it didn't seem too onerous because I was learning something new every time I logged in. I was very fortunate to be in the course with a great group of people who all contributed to my learning and success in the course and for that I cannot offer enough thanks! As you can probably decipher from my postings, there was a wide array of Instructional techniques covered in quite a bit of detail. Of course I enjoyed some topics more than others but I learned something new in every topic. I feel much better equipped to try out new methods to engage and motivate my students and to keep the class fresh and interesting. In the next term I intend to implement even more techniques right from the start like a strategy from the Gameification topic. In the past I have used a three stars system like in hockey and I think I will go back to that, with the students deciding who contributed in an exceptional way in any particular class. Rewarding quality, insightfulness, and effort over pure knowledge and extroversion should get everyone a fair chance.
Going forward, I can't wait for the opportunity to take some more course offerings in the new year and continue my progress in the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program at Vancouver Community College. I think the word is out because I know several of my colleagues will begin the program next year.
Wishing all involved in the class a painless exam period and a great Holiday season. And again, many thanks!
Going forward, I can't wait for the opportunity to take some more course offerings in the new year and continue my progress in the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program at Vancouver Community College. I think the word is out because I know several of my colleagues will begin the program next year.
Wishing all involved in the class a painless exam period and a great Holiday season. And again, many thanks!