Day 25
Today I was able to reflect on how I was taught in middle school. It is so weird that I can remember certain aspects so clearly while others I don't recall at all.
Will You Take The Challenge?
For the last 30 days, I have been answering one reflection question each day and I have learned so much about myself as an educator. Whether you are a veteran blogger or brand new to blogging, I invite you to take this challenge. Video tape or write your answers to each of the reflection questions and share it with your PLN. Here are the questions that I came up with. Are you ready to take the challenge? 30-Day Blog Challenge Day 1: How did you decide to become a teacher? Day 2: What do you believe is your greatest strength as a teacher? Day 3: In which area do you think you can improve the most? Day 4: What were you most worried about as you approached your first day as a teacher? Day 5: How do you keep your classroom organized? Day 6: What have you observed of other teachers that might work in your own classroom? Day 7: How can you best promote responsibility in your students? Day 8: How do you connect with your students? Day 9: What do you want out of the “Staff
I was in "junior high" in the mid 70's and the only memories I have are negative ones. I remember some of my teachers but not because they were good or because I liked them rather I remember them for their lack of understanding, their lack of teaching me in a way that worked for me. Teaching in junior high was lecturing, and if you needed help, it was a bad thing, and you were made to feel inadequate and stupid. I would never want to relive those two years! As a teacher now, I make a point of getting to know each of my students and let them know that they can always come for help; getting help is a good thing as you are advocating for yourself. While my own experience wasn't so great, I hope that the experience I give my own students is one that they will remember in a positive way.
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