Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Reflection 1.13

As a teacher I envision myself as promoting a healthy learning experience for all students that I come in contact with. (I would love to say that every student who hears or sees me would know I am promoting this environment but reality leaves me with the feeling that there are always factors outside of my control.) I also envision myself as a person that students could actively seek out for mentor ship and direction as well as providing accountability. With these in mind, I would also hope that I would be a teacher who teaches to the individual learning styles and does not shy away from the challenges presented by exceptional learners.
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  1. momuAugust 20, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    Teaching to individuals is the key. And we all realize that it's going to be challenging. Hoping to be available as a mentor is a really good idea--and a really critical component of a good teacher. And you are right that we must be teachers to all.

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  2. meaganpAugust 21, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    I really like your idea of a healthy learning experience. I have not heard this used in this context before; it is really unique. Yes, there will probably always be factors outside your control, but if you are working for this goal in mind, I believe students will recognize it even if they cannot name it.

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  3. Steve RhineAugust 27, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    I'm going to put all my comments about chapter 1 in one spot. You talk about giving your students a "healthy learning experience" and a "safe" environment. What do you think that might look like? I appreciate you being open and sensitive to the needs of exceptional learners. Those are often challenge students for teachers and so some shy away. So important to figure out how you can make your class accessible and productive for them. It is a tall order to educate students in a way that they can ultimately help to "unstratify" society. However, I really believe that you can plant seeds and nurture students towards that goal. Any ideas on how you might do that yet? You talk about not teaching in a universal manner. I'm not quite clear on what you mean there. Do you mean that you will teach "individuals"? How is that possible in a class of 35? I appreciate your comments about wanting to have a "joy of teaching" and passion for what you do. It is so important that you enjoy your work because students will certainly see that in you.

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