Jun
14
Education, a poem.
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | June 14, 2013 | Leave a Comment
This poem was written by a high school student who was living in Busolwe, Uganda back in 2011 when we were there. It deserves a repost every year– as I continue to grow as a new teacher in Vancouver, I keep his words in mind. I appreciate the blessings we have as learners and teachers […]
Jun
14
collaboration
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | June 14, 2013 | 1 Comment
There is power in creating a learning space where everyone’s strengths and learning needs are not only addressed but valued. It is a skill that we must teach our children; as a working adult, and a teacher, I realize the potential of being part of a team where we use our different experiences and skills […]
Jun
6
Sharing our learning
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | June 6, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Teaching sometimes feels like an all-consuming task because I am planning and preparing alone. Though there are many opportunities to collaborate, most of the time I make most decisions for my class because I know them best. It is very exciting, then, when it is time to share our learning with other people in our […]