The importance of actively contributing to a group or team is a valuable lesson I have learned throughout my life. By joining forces and collaborating with others, we not only share the burden but also amplify our skills and knowledge. Each member brings a unique perspective and set of skills to the team, enriching the quality of our decisions and final outcomes.
However, it is not enough to merely be a part of a team; it is equally important to be willing to receive opinions and criticisms from others. Often, our ideas and actions can greatly benefit from the fresh and objective insights of our peers. Embracing constructive criticism may be challenging at first, but we create an environment where creativity flourishes, solutions become more robust, and achievements are even more rewarding. Collaboration and feedback are fundamental pillars for achieving success, and we should embrace them with gratitude and humility.
In the development of the EDLD 5302 and 5305 courses, I had the fortune of sharing with the same classmates who warmly welcomed me into their team. I didn't initially realize we were supposed to form a team, so when I asked to join, I was accepted unconditionally! From day one, I felt at ease, and although each of us has our own schedules and work responsibilities, I feel that we all share the same calling to learn and complete assignments while striving for excellence. This dedication to what we do is a deeply cherished value for me, and being able to share it with everyone on the team is even more precious. I invite you to get to know each member of my team:
Next, I will present the results of the self-assessment and the contributions to my learning and the community of those who accompanied me until the end of the EDLD 5302 and 5305 courses.
Disruptive Innovation in Technology (EDLD 5305) -------------------47/50
Concepts of Educational Technology (EDLD 5302)-----------------95/100
Rubric
D: developed.
NI: need improvement.
In my team, we all help each other to successfully complete all assignments. We exchange information through applications or emails. Together, we kept the class calendar, assignments, and tasks up to date by sending updates on Google Calendar. After each meeting with Dr. H., we would contact each other, either via Zoom or video call, to exchange ideas about what was discussed in class. Therefore, I believe we all contributed to the team's learning. In order to complete all activities and provide my insights, I had to read and watch all the readings, videos, and support resources to ensure that they reflected thoughtful and evidence-based reflections. I did this well in advance to allow my peers to participate and provide feedback on my comments. All my assignments and tasks were submitted on time. I attended all scheduled Zoom classes on Mondays at 6 p.m. and Tuesdays at 7 p.m. along with my team. All of us in my team took on leadership roles at certain times, which is the role of a leader, allowing others to participate while being attentive to intervene if necessary. The only weakness reflected in my rubric is related to APA formatting. From the beginning, I believed that participation in comments should be based on our own learning and reflection, so I did not consider it necessary to reference the sources that had helped me arrive at those conclusions. Below, I detail my areas for improvement where I believe I need to do better.
I consider that both classes (5302 and 5305) demanded a significant investment of time in reading texts and searching for information from reliable sources. However, topics like Growth Mindset invite and motivate us not to be overwhelmed by so much information and to commit to completing each assignment efficiently. For me, Digital Learning, from its name to everything I have learned so far, is a daily challenge, but undoubtedly, having a team that helps me progress makes the journey less burdensome. Below, I present certain evidence that has allowed me to learn from and with my classmates and alongside my team.
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