Hi David:
FYI - Your grade for this assignment is 99%. I enjoyed reading your posts. They were reflective and honest which helps me learn moe about teachers. I hope you found some worthwhile information from participating in this assignment.
Dr. s
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Student Accountability-David Liotta
Site: http://teachers.net/mentors/middle_school/topic13772/10.10.09.18.09.33.html
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Dates Blogged:
10/10/09-10/18/09
Topic: Student Accountability
Body:
A teacher posted a venting comment asking if anyone thought if there will ever be a piece of legislation that will make students, and maybe even parents, accountable for their failures? NCLB puts so much accountability on educators at all levels, but leaves out the most important factors: students and parents. The teacher also pointed out that if your child is failing, the teacher needs to prove to the State what they're are doing to rectify the situation. There will be constant follow up and penalties put on the teacher but teachers cannot prove that they're are making progress. About seven different responders agreed to this point of view. One teacher furthered the statement by saying just about everything that anyone does, needs some sort of license; driving, teaching, doctor, lawyer, firefighter, etc. Except the most important job one can do; raise children. This teacher also said that many parents have given up their responsibilities a long time ago and that's when it started falling to teachers and schools with "cradle to grave care." Another responder conflicted the agreement telling the chatboard that the problem is that parents aren't teachers; teachers are teachers. There is a big difference in a child not putting forth the effort and being accountable for that, but if the child isn't learning because the methods aren't appropriate than that burden needs to fall to the teacher and the school system. This person concluded that teachers and parents need to stop pointing the finger and learn how to work together because the only person that loses is the child.
After both points of view were made, one teacher summed up the issue very nicely, explaining the dilemma objectively. He used an analogy saying a stool has three legs. If education is the seat of a stool, teachers would be one leg of that stool. Another leg would be the parents, and the third would be the students. The only leg needing to show accountability is the teachers, or school system. I thought this was a great example of clarifying our education system, in which I do agree because the only teaching that is important to administration is the state exams. Secondly, when a child doesn't perform or behave to expectations the only option is really calling the parents. If the parent doesn't care, how are we accountable?
Responses to Others Questions:
I responded to the general discussion by trying to point out that it all has to do with votes. If you tell any American that they're the problem for a specific issue they can't handle that truth. It's a lazy and naive country. It's easier to vote for the person who favors someone's comfort zone. However, I agree there is no sense in the board of educations. Until teachers start striking and exposing reality we'll continually be punching bags. However, no one responded to my posting directly, but I do stand by that it's not the kids that are priority, it's economics. Teachers are taught what to teach, therefore, in my opinion we're retelling what someone wants kids to know or think, especially with testing. I also used an example to explain a little reality. If a brain surgeon has car failure and calls a mechanic, and the mechanic arrives; who's the smart one? Then if the mechanic get head trauma from working on the vehicle and needs brain surgery; who's the smart one? So where do state exams allow someone's own intelligence to be shown?
Useful Information for My Teaching:
When teachers gossip or complain, it is mostly regarding the immediate workplace or local system they work for. We always complain about the city and, sometimes, the state. However, when reading about people experiencing the same issues nation wide, it creates a whole new perspective on the system and reality. I've learned a more humbling experience as opposed to satisfactory, which is, the only answers to the problems we face is ourselves. Knowing that the system is nation wide, I don't think it's going to change by a few complaints and addresses to issues. It would require the nation. However, I don't see that anytime soon because, as in this discussion, there are still people who swear by our system. Therefore, everyone has to adjust the way they know how. I personally hate standardized testing but I can't come up with a sustained argument to undo it so I have to accommodate, like anyone else. So the bottom line of teaching is if your care for children is personal, than it's worth the struggle. I know I'm not in Grad School by choice, but to keep my job working with kids.
Last Posting:
What I'd tell others when joining a teacher listserv, discussion board or Blog:
I would first recommend a discussion board, listserv, or blog to first year teachers, just to vent with people who understand the issues teachers face. I'd also recommend it for resourceful information because I've acquired a few useful resources for my own teaching practices. However, I would also advise people to keep clear minds and prepare for controversy. Everyone has a right to an opinion and that has to be understood. Like any other social interaction, there are people who know it all and people who know they don't know. Don't make this a hobby because it could become a form self-created stress that's not needed in a teacher's life.
How the Experience Compared to Expectations:
I sincerely intended to read about problems that don't exist in Title One Schools but more on the account of academics. To my surprise, I was able to relate to just about any issues posted on the chat board. This kind of changed my perspective on the overall system because I see the city problems are national problems or concerns. I am also surprised that feedback is great. It's impossible to get one specific right answer to a problem but several inputs allow for a better understanding. Perhaps, in the future, if I come across an issue that I'm stumped on I may use this or another site for solutions. The world is smaller than it seems but the possibilities are endless.
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Dates Blogged:
10/10/09-10/18/09
Topic: Student Accountability
Body:
A teacher posted a venting comment asking if anyone thought if there will ever be a piece of legislation that will make students, and maybe even parents, accountable for their failures? NCLB puts so much accountability on educators at all levels, but leaves out the most important factors: students and parents. The teacher also pointed out that if your child is failing, the teacher needs to prove to the State what they're are doing to rectify the situation. There will be constant follow up and penalties put on the teacher but teachers cannot prove that they're are making progress. About seven different responders agreed to this point of view. One teacher furthered the statement by saying just about everything that anyone does, needs some sort of license; driving, teaching, doctor, lawyer, firefighter, etc. Except the most important job one can do; raise children. This teacher also said that many parents have given up their responsibilities a long time ago and that's when it started falling to teachers and schools with "cradle to grave care." Another responder conflicted the agreement telling the chatboard that the problem is that parents aren't teachers; teachers are teachers. There is a big difference in a child not putting forth the effort and being accountable for that, but if the child isn't learning because the methods aren't appropriate than that burden needs to fall to the teacher and the school system. This person concluded that teachers and parents need to stop pointing the finger and learn how to work together because the only person that loses is the child.
After both points of view were made, one teacher summed up the issue very nicely, explaining the dilemma objectively. He used an analogy saying a stool has three legs. If education is the seat of a stool, teachers would be one leg of that stool. Another leg would be the parents, and the third would be the students. The only leg needing to show accountability is the teachers, or school system. I thought this was a great example of clarifying our education system, in which I do agree because the only teaching that is important to administration is the state exams. Secondly, when a child doesn't perform or behave to expectations the only option is really calling the parents. If the parent doesn't care, how are we accountable?
Responses to Others Questions:
I responded to the general discussion by trying to point out that it all has to do with votes. If you tell any American that they're the problem for a specific issue they can't handle that truth. It's a lazy and naive country. It's easier to vote for the person who favors someone's comfort zone. However, I agree there is no sense in the board of educations. Until teachers start striking and exposing reality we'll continually be punching bags. However, no one responded to my posting directly, but I do stand by that it's not the kids that are priority, it's economics. Teachers are taught what to teach, therefore, in my opinion we're retelling what someone wants kids to know or think, especially with testing. I also used an example to explain a little reality. If a brain surgeon has car failure and calls a mechanic, and the mechanic arrives; who's the smart one? Then if the mechanic get head trauma from working on the vehicle and needs brain surgery; who's the smart one? So where do state exams allow someone's own intelligence to be shown?
Useful Information for My Teaching:
When teachers gossip or complain, it is mostly regarding the immediate workplace or local system they work for. We always complain about the city and, sometimes, the state. However, when reading about people experiencing the same issues nation wide, it creates a whole new perspective on the system and reality. I've learned a more humbling experience as opposed to satisfactory, which is, the only answers to the problems we face is ourselves. Knowing that the system is nation wide, I don't think it's going to change by a few complaints and addresses to issues. It would require the nation. However, I don't see that anytime soon because, as in this discussion, there are still people who swear by our system. Therefore, everyone has to adjust the way they know how. I personally hate standardized testing but I can't come up with a sustained argument to undo it so I have to accommodate, like anyone else. So the bottom line of teaching is if your care for children is personal, than it's worth the struggle. I know I'm not in Grad School by choice, but to keep my job working with kids.
Last Posting:
What I'd tell others when joining a teacher listserv, discussion board or Blog:
I would first recommend a discussion board, listserv, or blog to first year teachers, just to vent with people who understand the issues teachers face. I'd also recommend it for resourceful information because I've acquired a few useful resources for my own teaching practices. However, I would also advise people to keep clear minds and prepare for controversy. Everyone has a right to an opinion and that has to be understood. Like any other social interaction, there are people who know it all and people who know they don't know. Don't make this a hobby because it could become a form self-created stress that's not needed in a teacher's life.
How the Experience Compared to Expectations:
I sincerely intended to read about problems that don't exist in Title One Schools but more on the account of academics. To my surprise, I was able to relate to just about any issues posted on the chat board. This kind of changed my perspective on the overall system because I see the city problems are national problems or concerns. I am also surprised that feedback is great. It's impossible to get one specific right answer to a problem but several inputs allow for a better understanding. Perhaps, in the future, if I come across an issue that I'm stumped on I may use this or another site for solutions. The world is smaller than it seems but the possibilities are endless.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Technology: Good or Bad
Site: http://teachers.net/mentors/middle_school/topic13773/10.11.09.11.48.52.html
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Dates Chatted:
10/11/09-10/14/09
Topic: "I Hate My Teacher She's Such a ******"
Technology: Good or Bad
Body:
On 10-14 a posting appeared with the topic I hate my teacher she's such a *****. It was a student stating that she was in trouble because two boys were fighting over her so she was forced to sit in detention. Then she said that teachers are always trying to get kids in trouble. Two other teachers posted a comment asking each other or the chat board if this was a student or teacher posting. Another person responded that these chatboards are becoming insecure and that technology has really destroyed confidentiality. In response to that post another person asked if anyone thought that these posts are really from students or if they're from other teachers. This person also pointed out that the spelling errors were included on purpose to make people think it's a kid. However, someone else disagreed and said that for all the more reason to believe it was a child is because there were spelling errors. Furthermore, this person pointed out that kids would go out of their way to find a teacher forum in order to find a place to vent and look for guidance. I thought this person was full of it but I did not respond to that because he probably works in a higher class school system. Two more teachers responded to the posting questioning the validity of it being from a child. However, they agreed to just ignore or delete the posting to avoid a "can of worms."
Finally, someone responded to the person who posted the initial comment and asked "how old are you and why can't you type using proper spelling. You are not texting, you are typing." In response to that someone else diverted the subject again and defended the spelling and grammar with the fact that many people Email with phones so it becomes like texting. Finally, out of sarcasm, someone responded "God Bless his English Teacher" I guess the he didn't see the initial posting because it was supposedly a girl. However, one thing I do agree with is technology has helped people become lazy, less social and less senseful.
Questions I Posted:
After people went back and forth on the topic no one ever responded to the student. So I posted a comment questioning the situation asking her why she didn't try to stop the fight if it was over her. Secondly, I asked her why she didn't include why the boys were fighting over her? I didn't receive a response but I went ahead and posted another comment stating that when I grew up computers and cell phones were not available like they are today. It wasn't until I was in college that I got my first computer. However, I have multiple jobs that include skill (Teacher, Tractor Trailer Driver, and Audio Engineer) and I can read, write and use proper grammar. Now when I read my students' work I can't take points off for spelling or most of them would fail. Also handwriting is horrible. Secondly, a lot of these kids are not nearly as athletic as kids were when I was a kid. There athletic skills are on a game system or computer. Nobody even runs after a ball if they miss the catch or basket anymore. Lastly, I posted that I felt common sense is not the same as we knew it. I find more and more people are more comfortable to stay where they are instead of striving for achievements, regardless of what they may be.
Two people responded in agreement with me. One added that people have always complained about the newer generations but this one seems to be ridiculous. He said even McDonald's service has dropped. One respondant, however, negated my comment and explained how technology has improved our way of living. My response to her was how, when we're not doing anything better that we've been doing for the last 1000 years.
What I Learned from this Posting:
I'm starting to realize that despite what happened with the girl and her teacher, technology has taken away individuality. I say this because anyone can do just about anything and you don't need to be filled with any knowledge, considering that all you need is google and a couple of words. I side by this statement because in 1995 and before it took effort to make a video or produce music, accompanied by talent. Now the same tools are available to everyone and no talent is needed. There's too much accessibility to anything. This is a prime example, a student in teacher discussions.
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Dates Chatted:
10/11/09-10/14/09
Topic: "I Hate My Teacher She's Such a ******"
Technology: Good or Bad
Body:
On 10-14 a posting appeared with the topic I hate my teacher she's such a *****. It was a student stating that she was in trouble because two boys were fighting over her so she was forced to sit in detention. Then she said that teachers are always trying to get kids in trouble. Two other teachers posted a comment asking each other or the chat board if this was a student or teacher posting. Another person responded that these chatboards are becoming insecure and that technology has really destroyed confidentiality. In response to that post another person asked if anyone thought that these posts are really from students or if they're from other teachers. This person also pointed out that the spelling errors were included on purpose to make people think it's a kid. However, someone else disagreed and said that for all the more reason to believe it was a child is because there were spelling errors. Furthermore, this person pointed out that kids would go out of their way to find a teacher forum in order to find a place to vent and look for guidance. I thought this person was full of it but I did not respond to that because he probably works in a higher class school system. Two more teachers responded to the posting questioning the validity of it being from a child. However, they agreed to just ignore or delete the posting to avoid a "can of worms."
Finally, someone responded to the person who posted the initial comment and asked "how old are you and why can't you type using proper spelling. You are not texting, you are typing." In response to that someone else diverted the subject again and defended the spelling and grammar with the fact that many people Email with phones so it becomes like texting. Finally, out of sarcasm, someone responded "God Bless his English Teacher" I guess the he didn't see the initial posting because it was supposedly a girl. However, one thing I do agree with is technology has helped people become lazy, less social and less senseful.
Questions I Posted:
After people went back and forth on the topic no one ever responded to the student. So I posted a comment questioning the situation asking her why she didn't try to stop the fight if it was over her. Secondly, I asked her why she didn't include why the boys were fighting over her? I didn't receive a response but I went ahead and posted another comment stating that when I grew up computers and cell phones were not available like they are today. It wasn't until I was in college that I got my first computer. However, I have multiple jobs that include skill (Teacher, Tractor Trailer Driver, and Audio Engineer) and I can read, write and use proper grammar. Now when I read my students' work I can't take points off for spelling or most of them would fail. Also handwriting is horrible. Secondly, a lot of these kids are not nearly as athletic as kids were when I was a kid. There athletic skills are on a game system or computer. Nobody even runs after a ball if they miss the catch or basket anymore. Lastly, I posted that I felt common sense is not the same as we knew it. I find more and more people are more comfortable to stay where they are instead of striving for achievements, regardless of what they may be.
Two people responded in agreement with me. One added that people have always complained about the newer generations but this one seems to be ridiculous. He said even McDonald's service has dropped. One respondant, however, negated my comment and explained how technology has improved our way of living. My response to her was how, when we're not doing anything better that we've been doing for the last 1000 years.
What I Learned from this Posting:
I'm starting to realize that despite what happened with the girl and her teacher, technology has taken away individuality. I say this because anyone can do just about anything and you don't need to be filled with any knowledge, considering that all you need is google and a couple of words. I side by this statement because in 1995 and before it took effort to make a video or produce music, accompanied by talent. Now the same tools are available to everyone and no talent is needed. There's too much accessibility to anything. This is a prime example, a student in teacher discussions.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
6th Grade Social Studies (World History)
Site: http://teachers.net/mentors/middle_school/topic13722/9.23.09.07.html
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Topics: Teaching the 6th Grade Ancient Sumer & Videos for World History
Dates Blogged:
09-21-09 to 09-25-09
Body:
A first-year teacher posted a blog for help with ideas in teaching 6th grade social studies. Specifically about Sargon the Akkad and Sumer. I'm teaching 6th Grade Social Studies for the second time myself and could not make any suggestions as to what would be useful for resources. Therefore, I was curious to know what suggestions other bloggers may have. One teacher responded with two websites full of resources; www.teacherspayteachers.com and www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/a-lesson-plan-for-teachers. Both sites offered an array of lesson plans and worksheets, however, the catch is that they are not free. Although, they're not too expensive. However, there was only one response to this posting.
What I Learned:
Although there was not much of a discussion on this topic, I have found that resources for the 6th Grade curriculum in Social Studies are scarce. Therefore, I believe there were many more teachers with questions to the posting as opposed to teachers with answers and that explains why the subject ended as opposed to other discussions.
Useful Information for My Teaching:
I found the one posting very useful for my own needs. The teacher pay teachers website had an interesting cuneiform and city-state project, in which I bought for $5.00. Eventually, when I get to that point in the curriculum, I will experiment.
Topic: Videos for World History
Body:
Another teacher posted a blog on incorporating a film on ancient civilizations and for any recommendations of films to show. Again, I've only taught the curriculum once and I'm doing it a second time. I was interested to see if their are any videos. One respondent suggested the movie "Quest for Fire." She described it as a 1970's movie, in which may interest the children. She also suggested Natgeo Films, which is a computer generated site of ancient documentaries. Another respondent suggested Clan of the Cave Bear or 10000 BC. After posting the filming suggestions, the two respondents seemed to be older teachers because they began to discuss certain elements in the movie, in which, I didn't understand because I've never seen them. However, I have discovered four possible films I may show, depending on the quality and how it suits the kids I teach.
What I Learned:
Again, it seems that the resources for the 6th Grade curriculum in Social Studies is not humongous. Therefore, there is more questions than answers and furthermore, there is not that much info to offer on the subject. However, the little discussions are important to me because I teach the curriculum and need resources myself.
Useful Information For My Teaching:
These discussions were beneficial for me because now I'm a few resources ahead of what I started with. Most teachers in my school do not have an abundance of resources for themselves either, so any suggestions about teaching World History is greatly appreciated. I have suggested the two sites with another teacher. However, I have to find the movies in order to share them as well.
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Topics: Teaching the 6th Grade Ancient Sumer & Videos for World History
Dates Blogged:
09-21-09 to 09-25-09
Body:
A first-year teacher posted a blog for help with ideas in teaching 6th grade social studies. Specifically about Sargon the Akkad and Sumer. I'm teaching 6th Grade Social Studies for the second time myself and could not make any suggestions as to what would be useful for resources. Therefore, I was curious to know what suggestions other bloggers may have. One teacher responded with two websites full of resources; www.teacherspayteachers.com and www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/a-lesson-plan-for-teachers. Both sites offered an array of lesson plans and worksheets, however, the catch is that they are not free. Although, they're not too expensive. However, there was only one response to this posting.
What I Learned:
Although there was not much of a discussion on this topic, I have found that resources for the 6th Grade curriculum in Social Studies are scarce. Therefore, I believe there were many more teachers with questions to the posting as opposed to teachers with answers and that explains why the subject ended as opposed to other discussions.
Useful Information for My Teaching:
I found the one posting very useful for my own needs. The teacher pay teachers website had an interesting cuneiform and city-state project, in which I bought for $5.00. Eventually, when I get to that point in the curriculum, I will experiment.
Topic: Videos for World History
Body:
Another teacher posted a blog on incorporating a film on ancient civilizations and for any recommendations of films to show. Again, I've only taught the curriculum once and I'm doing it a second time. I was interested to see if their are any videos. One respondent suggested the movie "Quest for Fire." She described it as a 1970's movie, in which may interest the children. She also suggested Natgeo Films, which is a computer generated site of ancient documentaries. Another respondent suggested Clan of the Cave Bear or 10000 BC. After posting the filming suggestions, the two respondents seemed to be older teachers because they began to discuss certain elements in the movie, in which, I didn't understand because I've never seen them. However, I have discovered four possible films I may show, depending on the quality and how it suits the kids I teach.
What I Learned:
Again, it seems that the resources for the 6th Grade curriculum in Social Studies is not humongous. Therefore, there is more questions than answers and furthermore, there is not that much info to offer on the subject. However, the little discussions are important to me because I teach the curriculum and need resources myself.
Useful Information For My Teaching:
These discussions were beneficial for me because now I'm a few resources ahead of what I started with. Most teachers in my school do not have an abundance of resources for themselves either, so any suggestions about teaching World History is greatly appreciated. I have suggested the two sites with another teacher. However, I have to find the movies in order to share them as well.
School Culture
Site: http://teachers.net/mentors/middle_school/topic13722/9.16.09.19.14.07.html
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Topic: School Culture
Dates Blogged:
09-16-09 to 09-18-09
Body:
On September 16, 2009 a middle school teacher posted a question about standards in inner-city schools, titled: School Culture. He explained that he was raised in a strict Catholic school and was now teaching in an urban school, where many kids talked a lot and were not accustomed to structure, in which, he was familiar with. His question to the site was if he should "adjust his standards and his expectations for them?" Another respondent indicated that the reason he was having trouble was because he was a new teacher and the kids were testing him. Therefore, he should keep his standards and prove to the kids that he's not a pushover. At that point the kids would realize he means business and find respect for him. A third respondent suggested to read Ruby Payne's "Framework for Understanding Poverty" because it defines their background and gives some foundation for why they behave in certain manners. She was from a middle class area herself and found it useful in understanding. She also suggested to talk to the children about middle and upper-class lifestyles in order to bring the children closer to understanding his methodology and approaches in life. She addressed that in order to create a workable environment, both parties need to understand each others background.
Everyone who addressed the issue the teacher faced agreed to keep his standards and expectations. Inner-city kids have different standards of living, in which are developed in their environment. For example, in poorer urban areas, women tend to be more concerned about their physical traits as opposed to accomplishments in contrast to middle or upper class areas. However, the issue of adjusting to and accepting the situations at hand do not have concrete answers; but theoretical answers.
Responses I Posted:
I responded that inner-city kids have different goals and priorities that extend beyond in school but into the household. However, the kids will respect you regardless if you show you have their best interest at heart. Therefore, my final suggestion was to keep his standards, though, to increase his tolerance, in which the way the standards are achieved. Furthermore, perhaps, adjusting standards to their needs and conditions may help in finding mutual satisfaction between the teacher and the students. I responded to this person's post because I've been teaching at a title one school for four years and still have to adapt in different ways. However, he must find his own way of dealing with his particular group of kids and see what works in order to advise the next teacher.
Useful Information for My Teaching:
After questioning my own teaching styles and wondering what solutions apply to the kids I teach, other's concerns to the same problems have helped me realize it's not just my own issues but a broad case that many deal with. This post helped me see my understanding develop on how to adapt to inner-city culture because his question was one that I asked several years ago and I have newer questions that others haven't recognized yet.
Teachers.net (Middle School Teachers Chatboard)
Topic: School Culture
Dates Blogged:
09-16-09 to 09-18-09
Body:
On September 16, 2009 a middle school teacher posted a question about standards in inner-city schools, titled: School Culture. He explained that he was raised in a strict Catholic school and was now teaching in an urban school, where many kids talked a lot and were not accustomed to structure, in which, he was familiar with. His question to the site was if he should "adjust his standards and his expectations for them?" Another respondent indicated that the reason he was having trouble was because he was a new teacher and the kids were testing him. Therefore, he should keep his standards and prove to the kids that he's not a pushover. At that point the kids would realize he means business and find respect for him. A third respondent suggested to read Ruby Payne's "Framework for Understanding Poverty" because it defines their background and gives some foundation for why they behave in certain manners. She was from a middle class area herself and found it useful in understanding. She also suggested to talk to the children about middle and upper-class lifestyles in order to bring the children closer to understanding his methodology and approaches in life. She addressed that in order to create a workable environment, both parties need to understand each others background.
Everyone who addressed the issue the teacher faced agreed to keep his standards and expectations. Inner-city kids have different standards of living, in which are developed in their environment. For example, in poorer urban areas, women tend to be more concerned about their physical traits as opposed to accomplishments in contrast to middle or upper class areas. However, the issue of adjusting to and accepting the situations at hand do not have concrete answers; but theoretical answers.
Responses I Posted:
I responded that inner-city kids have different goals and priorities that extend beyond in school but into the household. However, the kids will respect you regardless if you show you have their best interest at heart. Therefore, my final suggestion was to keep his standards, though, to increase his tolerance, in which the way the standards are achieved. Furthermore, perhaps, adjusting standards to their needs and conditions may help in finding mutual satisfaction between the teacher and the students. I responded to this person's post because I've been teaching at a title one school for four years and still have to adapt in different ways. However, he must find his own way of dealing with his particular group of kids and see what works in order to advise the next teacher.
Useful Information for My Teaching:
After questioning my own teaching styles and wondering what solutions apply to the kids I teach, other's concerns to the same problems have helped me realize it's not just my own issues but a broad case that many deal with. This post helped me see my understanding develop on how to adapt to inner-city culture because his question was one that I asked several years ago and I have newer questions that others haven't recognized yet.
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