What is your general definition of teacher leadership?
*Teacher leadership is when teachers go above and beyond the role of a basic teacher. Individuals who are teacher leaders do more than teach the required content. They teach life lessons. Teacher leaders don't limit themselves to the classroom. They reach out and try to help out the school in any way possible.
What examples of teacher leadership have you observed or experience?
*Since this is my first year of teaching, I have not seen much of teacher leadership. I will say that my fellow teachers are collaborating among different grade levels to see what is best for the students and the school. I can see this as being a great example of leadership. I also witness teachers stepping out and helping me since I am the "newbie." They respect me and value my opinion.
How is leadership for meaningful technology integration different from other kinds of leadership?
*Leadership involving technology is different based upon the source of the leadership. Trying to incorporate technology is a challenge. The main obstacle is the availability of the technology. Providing technology and making sure it works requires someone who has time and patience. Also technology is constantly changing, therefore the leader must be willing to adapt to the changes.
What are the benefits and the challenges of teacher leadership for technology?
*BENEFITS: Allows the students and school to experience real world situations, also helps assist in the instruction. Technology may help a student grasp a concept better rather than trying to learn it from the teacher.
*CHALLENGES: Availability and cost of certain devices. Also there needs to be a person to maintain the technology. This requires more money and time to ensure the technology is being used to the full potential.
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