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 […]
May
17
Continuing Reflections
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | May 17, 2013 | Leave a Comment
When caught up in the everyday routine of classroom teaching, it is challenging to be critical of my practice. Stopping and reflecting takes immense effort to prioritize and juggle all the other responsibilities of a classroom teacher. This whole student teaching experience has been very intense. Today I was thankful for the pro-D day because […]