With a quote like that, it only makes sense to make a list.
I value...
authenticity
purposeful and meaningful instruction
teaching skills in context
teaching to the heart
the whole child
a respectful climate
high expectations
internal rewards
logical consequences
community
problem solving and independence
kids teaching kids
(I'll probably think of ten more obvious and important things I value once I post this.)
Having said all that, does my reality match up with my pedagogy? I say I value these things. Where might there be some disconnect when it comes to what occurs daily in my classroom? Food for thought, huh? Good thing I have three months to ponder such things.
(At the moment, I also value summer vacation.)
Great list Tammy! What you value has definitely shown up in your teaching. :)
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Conversations in Literacy
Thank you Lori for thinking so. I'd sure like to see more of it.
DeleteI love your list! What a great question you pose as well...matching reality with pedagogy? I don't think of our three months as all vacation time...There is a lot of construction that occurs too!
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Jenny, yes there's lots to be worked on for the next three months, huh? Matching reality and pedagogy takes time.
DeleteI value my blog friends who feel closer to me sometimes than IRL friends. I value watching a child think through something and make a great connection. I value that a little girl asked me today what my teaching name is. I said Mrs. Moran, but I felt like Wonder Woman might be more appropriate. Thank you for helping me grow and think every day.
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First in Maine
Kimberley, you always make me think and reflect. I value that gift in you. Thanks for sharing with me and my blog.
DeleteFabulous list!
ReplyDeleteI value creativity and independent thinking.
Grade ONEderful
Ruby Slippers Blog Designs
Barb, those are great additions!
DeleteTammy - I've been reading this book and I feel like you've read my jumbled thoughts and made a great list. I especially like your question at the end - does what I value match what I'm doing? I always enjoy your Saturday Sayings - thanks for doing them! Sara
ReplyDeleteSara, thank you for reading and enjoying. Anyway, I think it's the question Debbie Miller would want us to ask. She's so good at making us reflect.
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