Self-assessment is crucial to my personal and professional growth as a preschool teacher. The EDLD 5313 course has transformed my approach to everyday challenges in learning, strengthened my appreciation for the growth mindset, and increased my confidence in contributing pedagogically to my students. I am committed to making a significant difference in the lives of my students by sharing my experiences and knowledge to enrich their learning. The course has taught me the importance of creating ideal learning environments, taking a holistic view of the educational process, and evaluating my performance regularly. 

 

Through this self-assessment, I have recognized my strengths and areas for improvement, which motivates me to continue growing as an educator. I am determined to strive for excellence in teaching and integrate a growth mindset in myself and my students. I will continue to find new ways to enrich their learning experiences, and I am committed to being a lifelong learner.

 

Reflect on what is working and what you can do better.

 

I have had a transformative experience as a preschool teacher while taking this course. It has helped me develop a growth mindset that has influenced how I approach learning challenges daily. By applying constructivist theories, I can now create effective and meaningful learning environments for my students. Additionally, I have learned to use digital resources more effectively. Collaborating with my colleagues has been an enriching experience and has given me new perspectives and support. Although I still need to deepen my understanding of certain theoretical concepts, I am committed to continuing to grow as an educator. I intend to integrate growth mindset principles into my teaching practice to benefit my students and contribute positively to the educational community.

 

Contributed, helped build, and provided feedback to your core collaboration group.

 

I actively participated in my core collaborative group, sharing my experiences and technical knowledge and providing feedback. This course has transformed my approach to daily challenges in my learning process and has strengthened my confidence to make meaningful pedagogical contributions to my preschool students. By internalizing the growth mindset promoted in the course, I aim to positively impact the educational community by sharing my experiences and technical knowledge. I also recognized the importance of creating an optimal learning environment and fostering voice and ownership among my students. During the course, I actively participated in discussion forums and collaborated closely with my classmates, significantly enriching my educational experience. My self-evaluation of the course reflects my continued commitment to improvement and my dedication to integrating a growth mindset in both myself and my preschool students.

 

Reviewed all assignments and reflected on revisions in this contribution to a learning activity.

 

I have reviewed all the assignments and revised my contribution to a learning activity. Throughout the EDLD 5313 course, I underwent a significant transformation in my approach toward daily challenges in my learning process. This experience has given me a deep appreciation for the growth mindset, both in my professional and personal life. I now feel empowered to overcome obstacles and have strengthened my confidence in making meaningful pedagogical contributions to my preschool students. I am committed to making a difference in the lives of all people who come into contact with teaching and other forms of work in educational communities.

 

During the course, I actively participated in discussion forums, collaborated closely with my classmates on assignments, and shared ideas that enriched our online learning experience. Although I am satisfied with my performance in the course, I recognize that there is always room for improvement. Therefore, I am committed to finding new ways to enrich my student's learning experiences and integrate a growth mindset in both myself and my preschool students.

 

My self-assessment is based on meeting the critical contributions of the course, and I am determined to continue striving for excellence.

 

I completed ALL readings, videos, and supporting resources for the course.

 

I have completed this course's readings, videos, and supporting resources. This course's transformative nature has changed how I approach daily challenges in my learning process. It has instilled in me a deep appreciation for the growth mindset, both professionally and personally, empowering me to overcome obstacles and significantly strengthen my confidence in making pedagogical contributions to my preschool children. With this new understanding, I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of all people who come into contact with teaching and other forms of work in educational communities.

 

As a preschool teacher, this course has been invaluable to me. It has taught me important life lessons about sharing experiences and knowledge. It has helped me understand the importance of having a holistic view of learning, which influences how I structure my courses and design my lessons. By encouraging ownership and voice among my preschool students, I have allowed them to learn from their experiences truly. This experience has given me the tools and knowledge to create practical, effective, and meaningful learning environments for my young students.

 

Meet the deadlines for the different course activities indicated in the calendar.

 

Meeting the deadlines for the various course activities mentioned in the calendar has been crucial for my growth as a preschool teacher. The transformative nature of this course has changed my perspective on how to tackle daily challenges in my learning process, enabling me to overcome obstacles and strengthen my confidence in making pedagogical contributions to my preschool children. I have followed the course calendar and organized myself effectively to complete all assignments and activities on time. This has allowed me to make the most of the learning opportunities and contribute significantly to the course. In future classes, I am committed to meeting the established deadlines to continue growing as an educator and providing my preschool students with the best educational experience possible. 

 

Expedited ADL option reflection.

 

He descubierto que la opción de Aprendizaje Digital Acelerado (ADL) es increíblemente beneficiosa para mi crecimiento como maestra de preescolar. Me ha permitido avanzar en mi aprendizaje, adoptar una mentalidad de crecimiento y aplicar nuevas habilidades a mi práctica docente. A través de ADL he podido compartir experiencias con otros estudiantes, lo que ha mejorado mi comprensión y enriquecido mi aprendizaje. Aunque me perdí algunas sesiones en vivo, pude acceder a las grabaciones y consultar a mis colegas para mantenerme actualizado. El programa ADL ha sido una experiencia valiosa que ha fortalecido mi compromiso con la educación y mi crecimiento profesional como maestra de preescolar.

 

You contributed to your and your colleagues' learning by participating in ALL activities.

 

I participated in all course activities to contribute to my colleagues' learning. This course has been transformative, changing my approach to daily challenges in my learning process. It has given me a deep appreciation for a growth mindset, strengthening my confidence in making meaningful pedagogical contributions to my preschool children. I now recognize the importance of sharing experiences and knowledge professionally and personally. This course has given me the tools to create practical, effective, and meaningful learning environments for my students. I actively participated in the discussion forums, collaborating closely with my peers on assessments and sharing ideas that enriched our online learning experience. My commitment to continuous learning is reflected in my course self-assessment, where I identified areas for improvement and am determined to continue striving for excellence.

Active contributions in the different course forums.

 

Throughout the course, I actively participated in various forums by posting quickly, allowing others to respond to my contributions. My publications demonstrate a comprehensive and thoughtful understanding of the topic, backed by research. Additionally, I made significant contributions beyond the course requirements, such as sharing personal reflections, suggestions, and relevant experiences that contributed to the group's learning. These additional contributions enriched the dynamics of the forum, encouraging the exchange of ideas among my colleagues.

 

Conclusion

 

I am a preschool teacher, and I found this course to be an incredibly transformative experience. It has helped me understand and value the growth mindset in my preschool children, which has allowed me to overcome any obstacles in my learning process. I am confident in my ability to contribute pedagogically to the development of my students and create engaging and meaningful learning environments for them. I am committed to continually improving my teaching skills and achieving professional excellence. I rated myself a 90, recognizing my achievements and areas where I can improve, such as certain theoretical concepts I need to understand better. To continue growing as an educator, I am spending more time on independent study and seeking guidance from my peers and instructors. I aim to integrate a growth mindset into my student's learning experience and explore new ways to enrich their learning.

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My work team is:

 

Siary Rodriguez Campos

Nelyda Rodriguez

Paola Rodriguez (resident graduate of the same master's degree)