Reflection #2

I think collaboration is extremely important as a teacher. That's one thing I am worried about when I get into a school district is being isolated. "Collaboration has become an ongoing part of how they approach teaching" the teaching community could benefit from teachers working and learning together. As mentioned in this part of the chapter teachers were able to come together to learn about project-based learning. This will only lead to better teaching practices as a community. Professional developments are designed to support a teachers learning. I have been too few meetings with my mentor teachers and I have learned a lot through small group work with teachers in Kalamazoo RESA. In the chapter, it states that 5% of teacher’s time is taken each year for professional development. This too is not enough to better a teacher's skills. I think there should be more time allowed for teachers to pick a professional development that they need. As the chapter continues it mentions how being involved in these professional developments and, learning communities will only support this idea of collaboration for the students. The internet is a great resource to stay connected to other teachers. I think creating a profile on one of these education community sites will be beneficial as I become a teacher.