This semester, one of the main ways I contributed to the learning of others was through engaging with my peers’ blog posts and sharing helpful resources I found online. Whenever someone mentioned a challenge they were facing or a topic they were exploring, I tried to offer support by linking articles, tutorials, or videos that I had come across during my own learning journey. It felt meaningful to be able to pass along tools that had helped me and see them spark ideas or offer guidance to others. Sharing resources became a way for me to participate in our learning community and support collaborative growth, even as we all explored different skills.
Here are some screenshots of the resources I shared throughout the semester:
In closing, I’ve realized that sharing resources is an essential part of being an educator. Not only does it enhance our own learning, but it also fosters a collaborative environment where we can all grow together. As educators, we have the unique opportunity to help one another by offering tools, ideas, and insights that can make a real difference in the way we approach challenges. By sharing resources, we empower others to deepen their understanding, find new solutions, and build confidence in their own learning. This practice is something I’ll continue to carry forward in both my personal and professional life, knowing how valuable it is to contribute to the success of others.
Links shared in posts:
- Finch Self Care App: https://finchcare.com/
- Instagram Educator: https://www.instagram.com/teaching_to_a_riot/
- Spotify for Creators: Tools to manage and grow your podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/
- Pizza Dough Recipe: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/homemade-pizza-crust-recipe/
- Teachers Pay Teachers Digital Footprint Lessons: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/browse?search=digital%20footprint%20lesson
- MediaSmarts Digital Identity Lesson Plan: https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/representing-ourselves-online
- Digital Identity Lesson Plan: https://annmichaelsen.com/2024/10/23/lesson-plan-digital-identity-and-online-communities-the-story-of-mats-steen/
- Lesson Plans on Digital Identity for Ages 3-18: https://www.childnet.com/resources/online-identity/
- PBS Media Literacy Lesson Plans: https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/newsandmedialiteracy/t/fake-news/
- MediaSmarts Digital Media Literacy Framework for Canadian Schools: https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/digital-literacy-framework/digital-literacy-framework-overview
- MediaSmarts Digital Literacy 101 Workshops: https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/digital-literacy-101
- Resources for Coding in the Classroom: https://outreach.tvolearn.com/codingintheclassroom/
- 10 Reasons Why Schools Should Teach Coding: https://www.skillstruck.com/blog/10-reasons-why-schools-should-teach-coding
- How to Teach Math with Coding: https://www.codemonkey.com/blog/how-to-teach-math-with-coding/
- Magic School AI: https://www.magicschool.ai/
- Gemini Teaching Responsible Use of AI Lessons: https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/google_teaching_responsible_ai.pdf