Semester Review
December 1
Throughout this semester we've read and watched numerous videos and readings about justice issues. We look at how society views different minorities and how as educators we need to provide support and equality in the classroom. We look at different teaching ideals like what to look for in the classroom and the different ways to approach student behaviors.
The lesson from our in class activity of the card game was pretty eye opening. We were all given different instructions in our groups and then moved to another group without knowing their instructions. This was to show how confusing it is for students to come into a class not understanding the common language spoken in it and how stressful it is for them as well. Teachers often think what an inconvenience it is for them to have to teach a student who doesn't understand, however, this activity shows it is hard on both ends. We learn a lot from the readings and videos but it's a different type of realization to learn from participating in a hands-on activity.
I especially like when others and myself are able to write a blog relating to a reading/video and share our personal experiences. I decided to write a reflection blog on "Troublemakers" and I think reflecting on our past experiences with new knowledge is so beneficial. We are able to learn from our own experiences and situations we will most likely encounter again. I was able to identify possible reasons for the way I acted shy and quiet in school when I was younger based off our reading, which I used to think was just my personality.
The reading from "Aria" was very moving to me and I really enjoyed how personal and emotional it was. Like I said before, I really enjoy looking back on personal experiences and I love that we got to read about someone's specific experience and perspective on a topic I had less insight on. English being my first language, I had never struggled with the situations Rodriguez had like losing part of his identity when being forced to speak English. I was able to learn a lot about those experiences from this reading.
This blog was so well written and I completely agree about the card game. Having to experience what it's like for some students to come into a setting that is so unfamiliar is a great reason why we should study, teach and practice inclusivity.
ReplyDeleteI like how you included your point about the card game. Like you said, the card game was very effective in creating a hands-on experience that showed us how frustrating and confusing it can be when everyone around you seems to be given a different set of "instructions," or rather, is speaking a language you do not understand.
ReplyDeleteHi Alana! I also liked using the idea of the blog, as it made reading and writing about assignments more fun and interesting. I feel as if our homework has become more personalized to ourselves. Trouble Makers was also a personal favorite reading of mine. I also felt as if I could relate to being a shy and quiet student
ReplyDeleteHi Alana! I loved your blog! I also wrote about the card game, which was an eye-opening experience!
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