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Wow, another hard question. I think the thing that stands most in my way of my dream job is to know what that would be… I think of a dream job as a job that utilizes all your skills to the max, and that it becomes rewarding to do. I have done so many types of jobs and been so curious in my life (in my StrengthsFinders ‘do a search in your bookstore’ my main skill is input, or the ability to collect and hoard data) that doing a job that covers those skills would probably not make sense. In terms of deserving working a “dream” job, I think I will always deserve it, no matter what positives or negatives I do. It would not make sense being your own enemy or depriving yourself of anything, there are enough barriers in the world, I don’t need any more of those. From all the abilities I have, I think my biggest one is to be curious and willing enough to want to learn new skills at a rapid pace, and to never give up. :) And I mean this in an obsessive manner
Friday, May 27, 2011
Wk4-1 DB Quickies: my dream teaching/presentation environment
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It is a little hard to think where I would like to present, as I’m really bad in front of people. I get anxious quickly, specially in smaller crowds (if that makes sense). I would think that presenting in a TED conference would be a dream, but with the pressure that type of venue gives, I’m not sure I would make it alive. I’m only able to present things in front of a camera by repetition and familiarization. But I think I would be most comfortable with a theater setting, with strong lights that blank out the audience. I have been on stage in theater and it is not the same as presenting at all. You pretend to be someone else, with a few rehearsed lines, and you only have to convince yourself (and fellow actors if any) about your performance. This probably doesn’t sounds right to most, but you only need to convince yourself while on stage. I would probably pretend to be a great speaker and say his lines… That’s probably the only way for me.
It is a little hard to think where I would like to present, as I’m really bad in front of people. I get anxious quickly, specially in smaller crowds (if that makes sense). I would think that presenting in a TED conference would be a dream, but with the pressure that type of venue gives, I’m not sure I would make it alive. I’m only able to present things in front of a camera by repetition and familiarization. But I think I would be most comfortable with a theater setting, with strong lights that blank out the audience. I have been on stage in theater and it is not the same as presenting at all. You pretend to be someone else, with a few rehearsed lines, and you only have to convince yourself (and fellow actors if any) about your performance. This probably doesn’t sounds right to most, but you only need to convince yourself while on stage. I would probably pretend to be a great speaker and say his lines… That’s probably the only way for me.
Wk4 Publishing Leadership Project, Update 2 of 2
Because there is so little time for my conference of choice, I would like to try for the League of Innovation conference next year. It is going to be in Philly, which is where I graduated for my bachelors. I love Philly, and lived there for two years, and lived close to it for another two before moving to Arizona. And the League conference is specifically for community colleges, which is my primary target. I have a place to stay over there also. Another thing I like about the League is that you can choose the type of presentation you want, and they have forum sessions, roundtable discussions and poster sessions. I have until September 16, which should give me enough time to really polish my presentation and data. If you are also thinking in going to this conference, please let me know... Maybe we could collaborate in a joint session!
Wk4 Publishing Leadership Project, Intro 1 of 2
I thought for a while if to publish or present my research. At first I wanted to get published, but looking at my research goals, it seems that what I want to do is to help further validate the purpose of instructional design, and I decided to make a presentation. This might sound as a given but in my workplace and in many other places, faculty staff question the existence of instructional designers and excuse it as a way to cut expenditures just because they want more control of their hybrid and online courses. I think a presentation has a much better chance to put people in action, and to find solutions quicker. I would record my presentation (I will try as much as I can to make that happen) and take it to other places and I would place it online and distribute the link to as many places (that would benefit from what I have to say) as I could. I would like to do my presentation here http://www.qmprogram.org/3rd-annual-conference-2011 but I might be already late for this year (deadline is June 10). I'm not a good presenter, so I would have to practice a LOT, and even though English is my first language, I've spoken Spanish for so long that I have an accent, and I also get anxious while talking to a crowd. I'm still improving this presentation but you can check it here. If anyone has any questions, you can leave me a comment, thanks.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Wk3 Reading: Blog Post to Monica Heaney
From Monica
I liked your interpretations of the different chapters. For chapter 5, I can truly relate in the differences of having a leader that believes in you, and one that doesn't. Having a good leader gives you such a refreshing feeling when you go to work, versus having an enemy for a boss. I feel that there is no true in-between either, you have a good leader or a bad one. Of course it is a challenge when you are in that chair, because we usually emulate what we had the most, and if we had a lot of bad bosses, then you can figure out what happens. But I strive every day to understand my role and to help those around me, and to wish for a better boss... :)
Chapter 5. Leading from Any Chair:
I can specifically remember what it felt like to have a leader (principal) who believed in his staff’s enough to let us lead. I remember being more excited about going to work each day and willing to take risks. There were times when he would present us with ideas that were new and although we were a little scared to take on the challenge, we did it because he assured us that he believed we could. Even when he spoke of the staff or introduced us at Back to School Night, he would say things that made us feel valued. I imagine that the way he spoke about us to the parents also made them see the best in us and gave them a sense of comfort to know that their children were in the best hands.
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I can specifically remember what it felt like to have a leader (principal) who believed in his staff’s enough to let us lead. I remember being more excited about going to work each day and willing to take risks. There were times when he would present us with ideas that were new and although we were a little scared to take on the challenge, we did it because he assured us that he believed we could. Even when he spoke of the staff or introduced us at Back to School Night, he would say things that made us feel valued. I imagine that the way he spoke about us to the parents also made them see the best in us and gave them a sense of comfort to know that their children were in the best hands.
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I liked your interpretations of the different chapters. For chapter 5, I can truly relate in the differences of having a leader that believes in you, and one that doesn't. Having a good leader gives you such a refreshing feeling when you go to work, versus having an enemy for a boss. I feel that there is no true in-between either, you have a good leader or a bad one. Of course it is a challenge when you are in that chair, because we usually emulate what we had the most, and if we had a lot of bad bosses, then you can figure out what happens. But I strive every day to understand my role and to help those around me, and to wish for a better boss... :)
Wk3 Reading: Blog Post to Lionel Jacques
From Lionel
There was more great info – or I should say reminders – in this weeks reading. I am still enjoying the book and the stories shared within but this week found more of other inspirational and guide books sort of “wrapped up” in the book. Not that the message isn’t good or a different take on it – just that there is an echo of those other books within this ones message.
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Chapter 6 is a delightful reminder that we can have fun at our job and in our lives and that will lead to a richer return. Prepare yourself for the role you have in your classroom of course, but don’t forget to enjoy the experience and make it your own. Laughing and letting go of the minutia to see the overall picture is a better option for our lives and increases the impact to those around us.
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I liked the way you explained the different chapters for your own life. But when I read your chapter 6 interpretation, I couldn't resist to say that sometimes, to have fun, you have to change your focus elsewhere. Of course it would be a little different for a teacher, because that would mean abandoning the students, and I'm not advocating that. But there are work environments that have the air of terror, and having fun in those places is a sure way to lose your job. Maybe the fact that, with certain constraints, a teacher could have all the fun they can muster in their classroom; I would feel a little envious of that. I don't have a good memory of my teachers in 1-12 (I never went to kindergartner) and I don't remember having much fun (I was the geek in class). But now looking back I could say that I can laugh at those experiences and be a little less serious with myself, but outside of work...
There was more great info – or I should say reminders – in this weeks reading. I am still enjoying the book and the stories shared within but this week found more of other inspirational and guide books sort of “wrapped up” in the book. Not that the message isn’t good or a different take on it – just that there is an echo of those other books within this ones message.
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Chapter 6 is a delightful reminder that we can have fun at our job and in our lives and that will lead to a richer return. Prepare yourself for the role you have in your classroom of course, but don’t forget to enjoy the experience and make it your own. Laughing and letting go of the minutia to see the overall picture is a better option for our lives and increases the impact to those around us.
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I liked the way you explained the different chapters for your own life. But when I read your chapter 6 interpretation, I couldn't resist to say that sometimes, to have fun, you have to change your focus elsewhere. Of course it would be a little different for a teacher, because that would mean abandoning the students, and I'm not advocating that. But there are work environments that have the air of terror, and having fun in those places is a sure way to lose your job. Maybe the fact that, with certain constraints, a teacher could have all the fun they can muster in their classroom; I would feel a little envious of that. I don't have a good memory of my teachers in 1-12 (I never went to kindergartner) and I don't remember having much fun (I was the geek in class). But now looking back I could say that I can laugh at those experiences and be a little less serious with myself, but outside of work...
Wk3 Wimba Session: Art of Possibility
There are so many things to say about this book, and about the comments of my classmates that I'm not sure where to begin. I did attend for at least half of the Wimba this time, even though it was hard to answer some of the question that came up. The book does have a certain feel like "voices" or "flashbacks" from the past, appearing again to help you find your way. In the Wimba, it was mentioned that change is good and that we shouldn't become the "veterans." But there are educational workplaces that are experiencing a lot of change, and when a "veteran" disappears, everyone suffers for it. I haven't given up, and I feel possibility within me, but I can see when that possibility disappears from the workplace.
I wish there was a chapter about revitalizing the workplace and its employees, including the ones that would never read the book, or that are prideful. Instead of possibility, I think humility is even more important in certain situations. There are a couple of chapters that I liked, specially "Being a Contribution" and "Rule Number 6." I always feel as a contribution to others, and I always feel that I get too serious, and have to tone it down. I could say that these could be life goals.
I have a small support system at work, but it's mostly shoulders to cry on. And I have only found a very limited system with my classmates, as I sometimes feel like we are worlds apart, and most don't ever check my posts. I try my best to stay positive and helpful, but it's hard when some individuals don't acknowledge your existence. I'll go on and look for possibilities where I can find them, and think on the ones they just missed...
I wish there was a chapter about revitalizing the workplace and its employees, including the ones that would never read the book, or that are prideful. Instead of possibility, I think humility is even more important in certain situations. There are a couple of chapters that I liked, specially "Being a Contribution" and "Rule Number 6." I always feel as a contribution to others, and I always feel that I get too serious, and have to tone it down. I could say that these could be life goals.
I have a small support system at work, but it's mostly shoulders to cry on. And I have only found a very limited system with my classmates, as I sometimes feel like we are worlds apart, and most don't ever check my posts. I try my best to stay positive and helpful, but it's hard when some individuals don't acknowledge your existence. I'll go on and look for possibilities where I can find them, and think on the ones they just missed...
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