Hello,
Just want to say that it was nice to put faces to names for members of the other cohorts. I am looking forward to completing the M.A. this semester and being able to enjoy free weekends. With regards to the Pink video, it was interesting to hear about the differences in extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. Obviously, we would like our teachers to have intrinsic motivation and I believe the school leaders have a big role in this. When teachers feel supported, I believe they will work harder. It is very important to get them what they need early in the year and use classroom visitations to trigger conversations about best practices and student learning. The focus walks must be a treasure hunt, not a witch hunt. Through support one can have more success in having a staff with intrinsic motivation that want to come to work each day.
Nice start with your blog. And I sure appreciate your comment about focus walks being "treasure hunts" and not "witch hunts." What a great line...and so true!
ReplyDeleteI too can't wait for weekends without homework! Thanks for pointing out that as good administrators we need to make sure that we provide our teachers with the support that they need in getting them items, having conversations about best practices/strategies, and allowing for growth.
ReplyDeletePete - I agree with you that focus walks should not be a witch hunt...its all about building capacity. By the way...when did we have a free weekend??? Did I miss it :)
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