As I think back to this past course, I think of all the growth I have made in removing my biases and understanding how I can provide an anti-bias learning environment for children. My most passionate hope is that I will be able to provide my children with new light into how to show respect and acceptance towards others. I hope to be a model to my students of what respect and acceptance of others for their differences looks like. Every teacher leaves small imprints on a child's heart, and my most passionate hope is that I leave some imprints on their heart that let them feel they were a part of my class, and accepted, loved, and nurtured for who they are as in individual. Just like the quote many of us have heard before, "a child may forget what you taught them, but they will never forget how you made them feel." If our teaching truly comes from the heart and we embrace those teachable moments, we will help build their positive sense of self identity.
To my wonderful colleagues, thank you all for yet another wonderful class filled with new insights. Many of us have been together since our journey began in course one! Thank you for all your support, helpful comments, and thoughts. I wish you the best in your final course in this degree!
Merry Christmas!
Jo Ann
Jo Ann: I really enjoyed the quote that you shared in your entry. I love it! Thank you for your thoughtful insights throughout the course. Best wishes to you in your Capstone.
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ReplyDeleteI too want to be a passionate teacher and be an understanding and anti-bias teacher. Thank you for all your great posts.
Barbara
Jo, you are an awesome educator, and I hope you continue your positive journey as an anti-bias educator. God luck and God Bless!
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ReplyDeleteYour experience, commitment and compassion to your profession will make you a good anti-bias educator. I hope you will continue to advocate for children's rights and create an environment that support anti-bias education.
Thank you for all your discussion and blog post. Your comments made this course very interesting. Good luck to you and hope to see you again on our next journey. May you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Let's enjoy our breaks and spend time with our own families.