McConnell-Doidge Week 8
This week started off at Trinity working on writing for my edTPA. I struggled a bit just getting started because for me it is such an intimidating process, and I want to make sure every part is perfect and that I am meeting exactly what they are looking for. My challenge is when I look at all that is due for it I keep second guessing myself thinking I will accidentally miss something or not have everything that is needed. It just feels like a lot, which I know it feels that way for most of us going through the process.
And, for many of us, we also are going to be transitioning into our next placement. This means change. I do feel more confident than I did going into this next placement, than I was my first but it is still a scary thought. I just hope to do well and that it is a seamless transition. And one thing for sure is I am really going to miss my current placement.
I think this experience has allowed me to really learn a lot about my students, about how my students learn and about myself as a teacher. I have learned that every day is a new day and just like we have bad days, so do our students. As I have gotten to know my students more I can tell when something is wrong or they are having a bad day, and I always try to just check in and ask if they are doing okay? Or if there is anything they need or to talk to anyone about anything? I think at first I really didn't know them and they didn't know me, and I have really been able to build that trust and provide a safe space for my students to feel comfortable and to allow for learning to take place and for my students to experience success, which I have been witness to. Standard 1 - Teaching Diverse students- The competent teacher understands the diverse characteristics and abilities of each student and how individuals develop and learn within the context of their social, economic, cultural, linguistic, and academic experiences. The teacher uses these experiences to create instructional opportunities that maximize student learning.
I have learned there is nothing more satisfying than watching my students experience success and to finally get something that they have been struggling with. I have had a girl who time after time goes to serve the birdie in badminton and just would whiff it every time. However, although she was frustrated she never gave up and I would work with her each day and remind her of different verbal cues to make than connection between the birdie and her racket and finally today she was consistently hitting it and couldn't be more excited. It was a great experience and I was so glad to be a part of her learning experience and for it to turn into something so positive. Standard 4 - Learning Environment – The competent teacher structures a safe and healthy learning environment that facilitates cultural and linguistic responsiveness, emotional well-being, self-efficacy, positive social interaction, mutual respect, active engagement, academic risk-taking, self-motivation, and personal goal-setting.
And, for many of us, we also are going to be transitioning into our next placement. This means change. I do feel more confident than I did going into this next placement, than I was my first but it is still a scary thought. I just hope to do well and that it is a seamless transition. And one thing for sure is I am really going to miss my current placement.
I think this experience has allowed me to really learn a lot about my students, about how my students learn and about myself as a teacher. I have learned that every day is a new day and just like we have bad days, so do our students. As I have gotten to know my students more I can tell when something is wrong or they are having a bad day, and I always try to just check in and ask if they are doing okay? Or if there is anything they need or to talk to anyone about anything? I think at first I really didn't know them and they didn't know me, and I have really been able to build that trust and provide a safe space for my students to feel comfortable and to allow for learning to take place and for my students to experience success, which I have been witness to. Standard 1 - Teaching Diverse students- The competent teacher understands the diverse characteristics and abilities of each student and how individuals develop and learn within the context of their social, economic, cultural, linguistic, and academic experiences. The teacher uses these experiences to create instructional opportunities that maximize student learning.
I have learned there is nothing more satisfying than watching my students experience success and to finally get something that they have been struggling with. I have had a girl who time after time goes to serve the birdie in badminton and just would whiff it every time. However, although she was frustrated she never gave up and I would work with her each day and remind her of different verbal cues to make than connection between the birdie and her racket and finally today she was consistently hitting it and couldn't be more excited. It was a great experience and I was so glad to be a part of her learning experience and for it to turn into something so positive. Standard 4 - Learning Environment – The competent teacher structures a safe and healthy learning environment that facilitates cultural and linguistic responsiveness, emotional well-being, self-efficacy, positive social interaction, mutual respect, active engagement, academic risk-taking, self-motivation, and personal goal-setting.
Your reflections are a testament to how you have grown through this first half of the journey. Continue to grow and learn as you move forward.
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