EDd 641

Tonight was the first TI class for ED 641. I logged in for the 6:00 p.m. class ready to start my first class as on OMET student. I must say right at the start I started to panic. I'm ready for the class but the fast paced conversation I must say was a bit overwhelming. I plan on logging in to the later class and working through my issues.

I was well prepared for the topic of discussion, just hesitant on the process. I think I have to overcome the expectation that this is a regular class, where everyone is silent and the professor moderates the conversation. It seemed as though everyone was talking at once and multiple conversations and points were being made. I'm realizing that that is what distributed learning is.

ED 641, ED 638A

This evening our learning circle will be meeting for the first since VirtCamp. I am looking forward to connecting with them. I am looking forward to seeing how they are doing? and gaging myself on how and what I am suppose to be accomplishing thus far.

The last few nights, I've spent reading and organizing myself, really it's been more about establishing routine and getting my family adjusted to my study routine. Admittedly, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed, but not scared, I just have to establish a routine. Besenia told me the key to succeeding in this program is to stay connect with our Cadre Madre and the my fellow cadre mates. I am taking her advice and checking in everyday to at least one person if not more.

I am Karen and I am checking in.

ED 640, VirtCamp

Last day of VirtCamp. I just dropped off Nancy and Heather at the airport. It was nice to spend just a little extra time with both of them. Today was bittersweet. I don't know this week felt a lot like High School in a way. I won't go into details, but I hope to overcome that feeling at the program progresses.

I am excited and looking forward to all of the challenges ahead.

ED 640 VirtCamp Reflections

My biggest fear about this next year is not being able to meet the challenge of OMET. It's been a long time since I was in school, so I am afraid I may not be able to keep up with my younger colleagues. I am determined to make it happen and to keep up with everyone and to get the most of this experience. I want to take everything that I can out of this experience and make this a continued journey as a lifelong learner.

My biggest hope for this year is to work really hard this year, and discover all of the potential of this program and its continuing effect after graduation. I already have some great ideas, coming into this program, about how I can use this knowledge in my daily professional and personal life.

I am looking forward to building some life long friendships. I am looking forward to discovering my potential. I am really happy to be here and feel very blessed to have this opportunity.