EMPATHY MAP: TEACHING DIGITAL LITERACY
MACKENZIE KIBBY
THE LEARNER...
The mid-career teacher typically handles both classroom instruction and extracurricular responsibilities.
They engage with students daily, develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and participate in school events.
They collaborate with colleagues and may serve as mentors for younger teachers.
THE LEARNER FEELS...
They may feel a mix of confidence and fatigue from years of teaching experience.
There is a potential for feeling overwhelmed due to the balance of work and personal life.
They may also feel pressure to stay current with educational trends and new technologies while maintaining a consistent classroom environment.
THE LEARNER KNOWS...
The mid-career teacher possesses a deep understanding of subject matter and teaching pedagogy.
They have accumulated years of classroom management-skills and student interaction experience.
They may also have basic knowledge of emerging educational technology but may not be familiar with the latest advancements.
THE LEARNER CAN...
They are skilled at lesson planning, classroom management, and providing personalized feedback to students.
They can handle a variety of teaching methods and know how to manage different student needs.
They may have developed strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills over their career.
LEARNING PREFERENCES
This learner likely prefers structured, clearly organized learning resources and professional development opportunities that respect their time.
They may benefit from practical, actionable tips or strategies that can be immediately applied in the classroom.
They might prefer face-to-face learning, but also appreciate brief, targeted online resources.
LEARNING BARRIERS
Time constraints due to busy schedules and competing responsibilities.
Possible resistance to new technology or methods if they are not shown how these innovations directly benefit their students.
A lack of motivation to engage in long training sessions due to burnout or feeling confident in their current approach.