Knowledge of Curriculum
Upon the completion of data analysis, it was apparent that I had also experienced growth related to my understanding of the specific course curriculum. For example, the first JiTT incorporated inquiry strategies as we used a hands-on activity to test student predictions. I wrote in my journal: “deciding on which strategy to use with the JiTT served to facilitate the development of my own knowledge of the inquiry strategies that are covered as part of the course outcomes” (Journal Entry, 6 February 2009). As well, in order to broaden my frame of reference with respect to the course outcomes and goals, I utilized a number of new resources, including the chosen textbook (Abruscato, 2007) and a number of online resources describing cooperative learning strategies (Macpherson, 2008) that assisted with the facilitation of the in-class discussions following each JiTT activity. However, it would be an over-generalization to attribute all growth in this area to the use of the JiTT as other external factors also played a role. For instance, this was the first time I had taught this particular course. Thus, it would be expected that my understanding of curriculum would be enhanced as the course progressed, regardless of the approach used. In addition, I hadn’t worked with primary/elementary teachers prior to the study. Again, this would have initiated growth as I planned and instructed a new group of students.
Knowledge of Curriculum Upon the completion of data analysis, it was apparent that I had also experienced growth related to my understanding of the specific course curriculum. For example, the first JiTT incorporated inquiry strategies as we used a hands-on activity to test student predictions. I wrote in my journal: “deciding on which strategy to use with the JiTT served to facilitate the development of my own knowledge of the inquiry strategies that are covered as part of the course outcomes” (Journal Entry, 6 February 2009). As well, in order to broaden my frame of reference with respect to the course outcomes and goals, I utilized a number of new resources, including the chosen textbook (Abruscato, 2007) and a number of online resources describing cooperative learning strategies (Macpherson, 2008) that assisted with the facilitation of the in-class discussions following each JiTT activity. However, it would be an over-generalization to attribute all growth in this area to the use of the JiTT as other external factors also played a role. For instance, this was the first time I had taught this particular course. Thus, it would be expected that my understanding of curriculum would be enhanced as the course progressed, regardless of the approach used. In addition, I hadn’t worked with primary/elementary teachers prior to the study. Again, this would have initiated growth as I planned and instructed a new group of students.
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