EDLD+5370+Internship

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 * Week 1 Web Conference Reflection **

The Week 1 Web Conference that I attended on August 27, 2011 was very helpful, like many others from previous courses. The upcoming date of graduation sounded so wonderful, what a relief … not far off now. Clarification about what is required throughout the next five weeks and the grading process was very helpful as well. I was glad to see some familiar names as I have met some wonderful people as I have progressed through this program. Dawn, our IA, was in attendance with comments to assist us along with Dr. Abernathy. It gives comfort, with all the writing and stress that is sure to come our way, to see the abundance of collaboration that is at our finger tips. Knowing that the Discussion Board will be available for our questions to be answered as well as additional web conferences if needed was reassuring. I hope to participate each Saturday as many questions that are asked at this time are ones that I have considered as well.


 * Week 2 Web Conference Reflection **

On September 3rd we were able to ask questions about the assignment for the upcoming week, and listen for clarification about what should be corrected from our assignment last week. Since some of the participants in the cohort are in the Dallas area, for some reason the assignments aren't opening for the next weeks in Epic. Dr. Abernathy and Dawn will change the dates in the system so that we can open them and begin if we would like. Graduation emails were sent and we need to apply in order to complete the program and receive a diploma, that is something we can't forget indeed. It was once again nice to visit with the others in the cohort and discuss the assignments as well as hear a little about personal lives. It is so interesting to hear that Dr. Abernathy has just moved to Houston, one cohort member lives in California, one member is off to the library, and I was Seattle. Talking about the upcoming graduation and reception where our family was welcome is also interesting to learn about with this web conference; we're going to Miss Shelia's for the reception, cute.These items add the social aspect in learning that we have discussed in previous courses in this program. We as more mature learners may need this as well. Overall, good to know they are there to answer questions and give updates. The next web conference may be on a different day as Dr. Abernathy will be attending a conference in Oregon. I will be sure to check the discussion board for updated information.


 * Week 3 Web Conference Reflection **

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I wasn't able to attend the web conference this week. I guess my work week and family kept me really busy. My school district has cut our conference periods from one each day to one every other day. I am staying late each day, and it is still not enough time. Anyway, the weekends are the best for me to work on Lamar assignments. After viewing the chat log from the web conference, I am noticed there were only a few that were able to attend. I made the changes to week 1, but I can't seem to view what needs to be corrected in week 2. I have sent an email to my IA so that I can understand why she is deducting points each week. I hope to understand by week 3. I enjoy the web conferences and gain a lot of information, so I am sorry that I missed this week. Looks like the ladies that attended are trying to keep up like I am. =====

Web Conference reflections for September 12th and September 17th, 2011 During the web conference on September 12th, 2011, Dr. Abernathy was kind enough to give her phone number for us to use if necessary to help with our assignments. She sounds really busy with her new move, and not being able to locate all her equipment to conduct the web conferences. Chat was helpful as we could read the screen and take notes as needed. Discussion of the 33 indicators and 3 references in Appendix G was clarified. Also, 3 reflections per month were suggested as well in regards to monthly reports. It was mentioned that Dawn, our IA, also gave her phone number which could be helpful if needed. The next conference will be on Saturday the 17th at 9:30 am for those that have additional questions.
 * Week 4 Web Conferences Reflections **

Saturday, Sept. 17th Reflection Dr. Abernathy helped participants with questions concerning the comprehensive exam in regards to spacing and indenting. Searching for helpful YouTube videos were suggested by Becky and Katherine. Dr. Abernathy also talked about graduation and the certification process for the principal certification program, which was really beneficial. I will need to follow up with this information to make sure I am on track to graduate after this course. Reflections and references for our internship activities were discussed to help students with this portion of the week 4 assignment.


 * Week 5 Web Conference Reflection **