When I logged on to blackboard one day, my technology professor Linda Newell, had a cartoon with a classroom and quote that said something to the extent of whether you would like to sit in your own classroom. That really got me thinking and made me wonder how my students feel in my classroom? She used the cartoon to remind us to incorporate technology and have a better connection with our students, but it sparked something in me. It reminded me why I had started this masters program to begin with, to be a better teacher and be more self reflective about my teaching. As the semester has progressed I have asked myself this many times and wondered if any of my students will ever be in the position this young girl is in? I completely understand that beauty contestants are under pressure when they are asked questions in front of millions of people. As I look at it again, I think to myself: please remember that as teachers we have an obligation to help our students become successful learners and guided them to avoid situations like this one. Keep her in mind the next time you feel like giving up or just having a rough day and you can't get through to your students. I know I have and it's helped me get by those rough days:)
It's amazing how public speaking can really tell a lot about a person. We need to remind ourselves that when we teach our students, we expect them to absorb as much as possible. Sharing clips like this with our students will hopefully show them how we need to plan our thoughts before we speak. Great clip!
ReplyDeleteOh boy! I'm reminded of why I could never go into politics (I know Mrs. America isn't even in the cards!). The few times I've had to appear on camera for one reason or another I stuttered like a rusty jackhammer! I'm not sure whether it was the educational system, single-minded ambitions, or nerves that led to Miss South Carolina's misguided ramblings, but I will try not to judge. Somebody enroll her in a geography class just in case, please!
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