I don't want to think this, or is this just me feeling this way
I look and listen to students talk all the time. I had a student to tell me, the reason he missed my class was because a regular ed teacher told him that this is not a core class and career tech classes don't count toward graduation. I started to go and have a talk with this teacher. I went to her room and stared and walked away. I said to myself as I was walking away this teacher is only about 22 years old, probably never had another job in her life and she doesn't have a clue about what the real world holds. I looked at myself and the next class. I got side track from my ritual and routine and started lecturing on life. I let the kids know that it takes a long time to make the Big Screen to become a actor. Some people are born with it and some people are not. Ask a career tech teacher about their work experience and not a 22 year old. I believe you will get more out of life.
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2. Show respect and consideration of others when posting and commenting. This includes individuals, students, organizations, political parties, colleagues, etc.
3. Check all posts for spelling and grammar errors before posting.
4. Protect the privacy of others. Gain permission from other people before you write about them. Avoid sharing someone else's last name. Use job titles or pseudonyms when writing about experiences with your co-workers or students.
5. Watch your language. Use politically correct and non-offensive language.
6. Make sure you write about things that are factual.
7. Keep your postings education-oriented. Avoid discussing plans for the weekend, etc.
FINAL BLOG POST - OUR "DAILY TRIPLE" (DUE 12/1).
This week I would like you to use your imagination. You have just won the lottery and will leave your teaching post immediately to travel around the world. As you leave your keys you meet your replacement. You are asked to give this new teacher just ONE piece of advice. What would that be, and why? Enjoy your world expedition!
Blog Post - Week 7
This past week in my own teaching I felt a little disconnected which prompts my question to you, "What was the moment (or moments) when I felt most disconnected or disengaged as a teacher - the moment(s) I said to myself, I'm just going through the motions here?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 6
For the past couple of weeks you have experienced asynchronous online learning (doing modules by yourself). Previously this semester you have experienced synchronous online learning (all together in the Collaborate room). Which do you think is more effective and why do you think that? Which do you like better, and why?
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 5
This week we have what we call "open mic." You can write a post about anything related to your teaching that you would like responses from your classmates.
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 4
Here is this week's question: "What was the event that most took me surprise this week - and event that shook me up, caught me off guard, gave me a jolt, or made me unexpectedly happy?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 3
Please write a post about the following question, "In thinking about my past week teaching what is one thing I would do differently, and why?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 2
Please write a post about the following question, " In thinking about my teaching activities this past week, of what do I feel most proud? Why?"
Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 1
Describe something you used in your program in the first weeks of school that you learned in the summer NTI program. How did it work? Did it get you off to a stronger start than last year?
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2 comments:
Ya know, when I first started teaching, I heard more bitching and griping than I have ever heard in my life! This teaching stuff is not easy by any means, but it is much easier than the line of work that I came from. I think everyone needs to get a little "blue collar" treatment before teaching, it will make them appreciate it more.
As far as what you are talking about when the core teachers are look down on CTAE teachers, it happens too much to not be true in most instances.
Walter
The majority of our "fellow teachers" have not a clue when it comes to our classes/labs. I have chosen to take the "high road" and ignore their ignorance, however well intentioned. My Dad always said "You didn't raise them." However, there are times that really try my patience. I know my qualifications,etc. I also that I have valuable knowledge that will help my students become highly valuable employees and productive members of society. But if I hear one more "regular" teacher slight my program, I am going to invite them to climb a 60ft. ladder and apply their lips to...
I agree with Shane-rebuild a few motors for ungrateful customers or install a few shingles in 110 degree heat. Then if you want to question the validity of my program, I might listen. Maybe.
joec
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