Apr
1
Preparation
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | April 1, 2013 | Leave a Comment
The science lesson before spring break, I planted marigolds and nasturtium flowers with my grade 2/3 class. I tended them over spring break and was excited to bring them into the classroom for the students to measure and observe their plant growth. Tonight, the night before practicum begins, I come home to find them all […]
Jan
25
emotional processing
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | January 25, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Today was a difficult day to get through mostly because of the stress and fatigue that has been building up over the past few weeks. I was very emotional because I put so much stress on myself for no good reason. I have to learn to let go, and be still. To reflect on silence […]
Dec
10
A Teacher’s Learning Moments
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | December 10, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Teaching is not just about the child’s learning process, but also about the development of the teacher. I chose the teaching profession because I am a student at heart, and I will get to learn all my life as an educator. Some learning moments, as recorded in my field journal on practicum and at work: […]