Blanket Exercise
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The visual representation of the blanket exercise was very impactful. The visual aspect of the depopulation of Indigenous people was difficult to digest. Seeing the chronological order of interactions with Europeans and events that occurred made colonization much more real… Continue Reading →
As a elementary practicum student i have found that navigating a work-life balance has been key for both my physical and emotional well being. When Im not orchestrating the chaos of lessons and planning I am in the early morning… Continue Reading →
Embarking on an all-day volleyball tournament with my grade 6/7 team was an amazing experience as a teacher and coach. The gym was buzzing with excitement and a bit of pre-game jitters as we kicked things off. Our warm-up routine… Continue Reading →
Formative assessment has been a vital part in my assessment for students learning. It has allowed be to understand and gauge the students understanding. Simply by circulating a the room and listening in of conversations I can better understand and… Continue Reading →
Story time in my kindergarten/ grade 1 class has easily become one of my favourite classroom routines. We start every morning with a story that takes us on a journey. Story time is a nice way to start the mornings… Continue Reading →
As a teacher passionate about providing enriching experiences and memories for my young learners, i recently took my kindergarten and grade 1 students on an exciting trip to our communities fire hall. Students were excited and eager all week counting… Continue Reading →
Coaching an elementary school volleyball team has been an incredibly rewarding experience that goes far beyond the volleyball court. As a coach, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the growth and development of each player, not just in their athletic… Continue Reading →
The most prominent pattern that emerged from my field notes is that being outdoors is like a magic-potion for one’s well-being. Such a simple thing yet so rewarding. Being outdoors just makes you feel good, it allows you to get… Continue Reading →
The class field trip to Barkerville provided the class with a great opportunity to strengthen our sense of classroom community by engaging in a setting that moves beyond the traditional classroom. The burger Ville trip was a fun way to… Continue Reading →
My first teaching practicum was in a grade 2/3 class. My practicum provided me with valuable experiences and knowledge that will aid in becoming a successful teacher in the future. Through observation and practice I have learned an abundance of… Continue Reading →
Going into my first practicum my guiding question for inquiry was observing strategies and technqiues used for classroom managed. Through observation I have learned that effecting classroom management techniques and strategies involves establishing clear expectations and rules for behavior, and… Continue Reading →