Thing 1 - Lifelong Learning

Learning Contract

I truly love learning, however, it can sure be a challenge!!!  After reviewing and thinking about the 7 and 1/2 habits of lifelong learners, I would have to say that the easiest one for me is creating my learning tool box.  I love to explore and learn about new ways to approach problems as well as figure out tools that can be used to either complete tasks more efficiently or to make them more interesting.  Technology and all of the new tools that are coming online constantly make building this toolbox easier and more interesting every day.  I also am one that loves to work and share with others different tools that are out there to help deliver content in a more engaging way.  It is amazing how many different ways one resource can be used! 

The habit that challenges me the most is having the confidence in yourself as a competent effective learner.  I think I have always been challenged with having confidence in myself and my abilities and in some ways, building the toolbox above does seem to help with building my confidence as an effective educator.  I think continued education and personal challenges to apply new techniques and programs will ultimately help me to become more confident and this habit become less of a challenge.