I can honestly say that I'm not sure what "what are your expectations for this class" means. It seems that every semester the question gets asked and I write something down that sounds good, something that I know the teacher wants to hear. I usually just look at the objectives on the syllabus and that's the answer. I don't think I have expectations and I don't mind. I am coming in with an open mind, and willing to absorb anything that is thrown at me. I don't want to set out what I think should be the predetermined objectives that I wish to gain knowledge in this semester. I don't really know what to expect from this class. But if the first two classes are any indicator to what is in store for the rest of the semester, I am satisfied. I like being engaged in group discussion (although group activities/projects is the bane of my existence) and incorporating creativity into the classroom environment. I am working toward my Bachelor of Fine Arts and try take every opportunity to do something creative with assigned projects. I guess if I had to name an expectation, it would be to become a better educator. I want to be challenged, intrigued and educated.
I'm not sure what I want to learn because I don't think I know enough about what is 'out there'. It's been over 7 years since I was in a high school classroom setting; before YouTube, smart phones, text messaging, Facebook, MP3 players and DVR's. So I guess I need to learn what is happening in the classroom today; what kind of technology is being used and what kind of technology kids are expected to know how to use.
