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Here's something to ponder...One of the best collaborations I had while teaching had to be with my good friend Jonny Robbins who teaches welding at Burgard. Jon and I were drawn to each other because of our artistic sides. The first time we joined forces of our classes, I wondered what I had gotten myself into. Jon and I have very different "management" ideas when it comes to teaching. I was apprehensive about letting the students work with some tools. Let's just say I was a ball of nerves at times. What I learned more than anything is that we complimented each other. He could be more relaxed when I could be hard-edge. I could teach aesthetics where he could teach process or technique. The result was a team with two coaches rather than just two classes with teachers. I found that it also balanced the students with regard to teacher gender. Let's face it, some of our students have a difficult time working with particular genders because of personal history or upbringing. I also learned that veteran teachers have so much to offer even if your school doesn't recognize that. If you had the opportunity to work with anyone in your school, who would it be and why?
that pizza picture doesn't show up in my browser, I use firefox. As an aside, I made that by defeating the locking mechanism on a self cleaning electric oven and running it up to 800 degrees and setting the pie directly on the stone for a few minutes.
It works well but smokes the house up too much. I have 220 out in the garage so I may have to move my pizza center outdoors, don't tell the EPA...
je-The pizza looks great...too bad about the smoke. It's always a bummer when a good idea has to be tossed out because of a potential fire hazard.
ms-I think the idea of complementing styles is really important. As teaching professionals who work with children, exploring opportunities that offer discussion with people of differing views and differing backgrounds can be quite enlightening.These types of encounters can really broaden one's own philosophy about education.
I had the wonderful opportunity of working with Barb Canazzi my first few years of teaching. Though we taught different subjects, (art and music) I learned invaluable lessons from her. She became my mentor and coach in all areas, but content. I don't know if I could have survived and thrived without her constant guidance.
In terms of the teachers in my building now, I wish I could get a chance to work with/observe all of them. Each grade level/content area comes with it's own set of challenges. I don't think we get to work with our colleagues enough.
I am fortunate enough to be able to work with my entire encore team (special areas teachers)on a consistent basis. We put on our first musical last year and without our team effort, the show would not have been as successful as it was.
Regarding Barb, she was a great mentor for many of our teachers and it's great to know that you were able to learn from her.
Teachers from different disciplines certainly have varying challenges, but what is most interesting is how many similar challenges there are, and how vital it is to develop a cadre of "critical friends" in your building.
Being able to bounce ideas off of someone who you trust as a friend and educator is so valuable.
Hopefully, this Academy will help in the development of similar professional relationships.
I was very fortunate when I started teaching to be in a high school where there were other wonderful and experienced art teachers. I think it has to be so much harder when you are isolated in your building as the only art or music teacher.
When I started teaching, I was totally green! I didn't have a clue. I was fortunate to be surrounded by a family of faculty members who took me under their collective wing and supported me through my learning process. I discovered that failure can be a tremendous teaching tool if you are willing to examine your mistakes and change personal behavior accordingly. Fortunately, I haven't stopped failing, so I haven't stopped learning.
I'm so excited Michelle and all BUATA members! This is my first blog entry. Wow!
ReplyDeleteThis is nice. Can this support posting of pictures, hmm let's see
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Good Morning all! I challenge you to take two minutes to signup and join in!
ReplyDeleteHere's something to ponder...One of the best collaborations I had while teaching had to be with my good friend Jonny Robbins who teaches welding at Burgard. Jon and I were drawn to each other because of our artistic sides. The first time we joined forces of our classes, I wondered what I had gotten myself into. Jon and I have very different "management" ideas when it comes to teaching. I was apprehensive about letting the students work with some tools. Let's just say I was a ball of nerves at times.
What I learned more than anything is that we complimented each other. He could be more relaxed when I could be hard-edge. I could teach aesthetics where he could teach process or technique. The result was a team with two coaches rather than just two classes with teachers. I found that it also balanced the students with regard to teacher gender. Let's face it, some of our students have a difficult time working with particular genders because of personal history or upbringing. I also learned that veteran teachers have so much to offer even if your school doesn't recognize that.
If you had the opportunity to work with anyone in your school, who would it be and why?
Hey fred_hack, nice pie! :0)
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ReplyDeletethat pizza picture doesn't show up in my browser, I use firefox. As an aside, I made that by defeating the locking mechanism on a self cleaning electric oven and running it up to 800 degrees and setting the pie directly on the stone for a few minutes.
ReplyDeleteIt works well but smokes the house up too much. I have 220 out in the garage so I may have to move my pizza center outdoors, don't tell the EPA...
je-The pizza looks great...too bad about the smoke. It's always a bummer when a good idea has to be tossed out because of a potential fire hazard.
ReplyDeletems-I think the idea of complementing styles is really important. As teaching professionals who work with children, exploring opportunities that offer discussion with people of differing views and differing backgrounds can be quite enlightening.These types of encounters can really broaden one's own philosophy about education.
I had the wonderful opportunity of working with Barb Canazzi my first few years of teaching. Though we taught different subjects, (art and music) I learned invaluable lessons from her. She became my mentor and coach in all areas, but content. I don't know if I could have survived and thrived without her constant guidance.
ReplyDeleteIn terms of the teachers in my building now, I wish I could get a chance to work with/observe all of them. Each grade level/content area comes with it's own set of challenges. I don't think we get to work with our colleagues enough.
I am fortunate enough to be able to work with my entire encore team (special areas teachers)on a consistent basis. We put on our first musical last year and without our team effort, the show would not have been as successful as it was.
Thanks Veronica! I agree, it takes a team to teach a student!
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ReplyDeleteCan Fred make pizza for everyone this Wednesday?
ReplyDeleteNo pizza.But maybe macaroni and cheese.
ReplyDeleteRegarding Barb, she was a great mentor for many of our teachers and it's great to know that you were able to learn from her.
Teachers from different disciplines certainly have varying challenges, but what is most interesting is how many similar challenges there are, and how vital it is to develop a cadre of "critical friends" in your building.
Being able to bounce ideas off of someone who you trust as a friend and educator is so valuable.
Hopefully, this Academy will help in the development of similar professional relationships.
OK! I've finally done it! (Chariots of Fire them music playing in my head!!!) I'll read through everyone's posts later.
ReplyDeleteI was very fortunate when I started teaching to be in a high school where there were other wonderful and experienced art teachers. I think it has to be so much harder when you are isolated in your building as the only art or music teacher.
ReplyDeleteaaack! Writer's block on my first comment! What a great start!
ReplyDeleteOK - my first blog. My kids will be amazed!
ReplyDeleteWhen I started teaching, I was totally green! I didn't have a clue. I was fortunate to be surrounded by a family of faculty members who took me under their collective wing and supported me through my learning process. I discovered that failure can be a tremendous teaching tool if you are willing to examine your mistakes and change personal behavior accordingly. Fortunately, I haven't stopped failing, so I haven't stopped learning.
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ReplyDeleteI wish I wasn't so dang tired. I would post a devastatingly clever comment right about now....
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