As I prepare to head back to UBC on Monday I could not be more happy with how my last two weeks at my school went. I have been given such a wonderful opportunity to be a part of a great school and classroom and I am thankful for that. I write this reflection with a heavy heart in light of what is going on in Paris, France right now, an awful tragedy that should have never occurred. It makes me thankful for what I have and what and who I aspire to be. Instead of retaliating with war I wish and hope that more efforts are put towards investing in education and opportunities for children in war stricken areas of the world so they can become better citizens for our future.
Being in a classroom has been the best learning for me, and I feel as though everything we have learnt in our course thus far is becoming clearer. I got through five different lessons within the two weeks and my teacher was good at giving me strong feedback. All the feedback I have gotten so far is helping me become a stronger teacher, and I know much of what is being said comes with practice. This is why I want to keep practicing, but I know we must go back to school…. I look forward to going back to my school with new ideas and fun classroom activities, I know for a fact my students will be happy to see me again as well!
You are not alone in not wanting to go back to UBC . Practicum is an amazing experience and it is hard to let go of the daily contact you have with your students. It is good that you will be able to meet with your classmates and share the many new strategies and activities you have learned.
I agree – the events in France were terrible. I have a heavy heart as well. We need to continue to teach our children of peace and the need for compassion and concern for all.