Phew! Our demonstration has come to an end and now the inquiry begins! At first I have to say, I felt nervous which is highly unusual for me. Having stayed the night before until five, I thought things would come together, but yet I hesitated. Once we began, it seemed to take on a like of its own. The presentation came together with each one of us ebbing and flowing like we have worked together for quite some time. From here, the hard part, what to do with it all and how to bring bit into the classroom. A daunting task to say the least.
In the beginning, I have to admit that I dreaded the demonstration because I couldn't see how it would all come together and now I can't imagine not having done the work in such an authentic way to inform and mold our instruction......
I am so glad to hear you say that. You all seemed so at ease with each other and added to each other's thinking. Collaboration at its best. But you are right, now to take it into the classroom. We'll talk tomorrow and hash out your inquiry questions as you begin to work on the paper.
ReplyDeleteNice job Shawn. So glad you are here with us.
Also, Upper Moreland is a long drive - can you car pool with someone? Or are you okay to drive?
Brenda