Oct
22
“The Power of Vulnerability”
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | October 22, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Oct
21
“Caring is a way of being in relation”
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | October 21, 2012 | Leave a Comment
“Good teachers [are those] who have some sort of connective capacity, who connect themselves to their students, their students to each other, and everyone to the subject being studied.” Palmer Parker Nel Noddings defines “Care [as] a connection between two human beings… a way of being in relation”. I care about many people, but the […]
Jul
30
teaching tidbits
Posted by: Natasha Chiang | July 30, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Teaching is about the dynamic: every mood, focus, and student’s motivation. I am tested on my patience every single day. My triggers are: students acting out, not taking their work seriously, constant disruptions, a tedious slow-progressing day, sleepiness. But peace is: seeing students adopt good work habits, respectful attitudes towards others, and confidence in their […]