Class Reflection
Let me start by saying that this class was nothing like I expected. When I found out I had to take Reading in the Content Area I was not excited. I just knew I was going to have to read some books, write some reports, and do some projects…the same old junk. However, I was very pleasantly surprised! I have learned so much in this class not only about literacy techniques but about how and where to look for resources. I found materials related to my content area, strategies that could be used in any classroom, and resources that I will make an effort to use. I am more excited about my next year of teaching because I feel like I have found a support system in this supply of information. I really found the Discovery and United Streaming websites to be extremely useful to me and plan on using them much more in the future. I also like the vocabulary strategies in the last articles. They made me take a long look at the importance of this instruction in every classroom and I definitely plan on using some of the strategies in future teaching. I will definitely continue to look for resources, now that I know where and how to look effectively. I think I will continue my blog and may even set up another one for my students to post their work. I think it could be a great way to get parents and families involved in the education of their child. Thanks to all of you. Your comments were very helpful and encouraging. Good luck with your teaching and /or schooling!
Erin McIntosh
Thanks for the positive comments, Erin. I hope you do keep the blog going. This was all new to me as well and I took a risk with it. Seems like it worked.
Woody Trathen
Posted 1 year, 5 months agoErin, I felt exactly the same way. I did not know what to expect from this course and I am thrilled with all that I learned! Talk about pleasant surprises! I wish you well in your teaching career. Roberta Wilson
Posted 1 year, 5 months agoParents and families could get involved because they could actively see the work that was being created online.
Posted 1 year, 5 months agoErin,
Posted 1 year, 5 months agoYour reflection was so beautiful. You can definitely tell who has had more experience in teaching than who is a beginner. Thank you so much for all your comments and keep the blog. You never know, you might need it!
Good luck and God Bless,
Rachel Eisenhower