Innovation causes change. Change takes effort and requires the learning of new skills and the broadening of one’s understanding. as with all change processes, motivation is underpinned by a sense of value and purpose in moving to change. A step at a time, with a sense of achievement inspires confidence to progress further. All too often the end point may seem unattainable from our current position. If taken as a journey, rather than as a single step, we go further and may surprise ourselves when looking back at how far we have actually come.
This video shows the progression from basic teaching competencies with limited technology application, to a position where one can teach remotely (multi-class delivery) and engage interactively and effectively online in live teaching scenarios.
Where are you positioned on your journey? Consider your degree of confindence and competence in terms of teaching in the following scenarios:
Where to from here? Having identified your own position, how are you going to plan for your skill and competency development? Set yourself goals to achieve and time to practice and build confidence as you progress. Perhaps work with colleagues to challenge each other and support each other as you progress.