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TEACHING BEYOND
UNDERSTANDING
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Top of mind game In 5 seconds, write the first word that comes to mind, associated with the phrase I’m going to give: Public schoolPublic school teacherPublic school students
Which element describes you?
WindEarth
Water Fire
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Earth
Wind
Fire
Water
Which one are you most like?
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List at least three (3) characteristics of the element.
Describe what the element does.
Write down your name on top of your list.
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I am ___________ .I am like the…
WINDWIND is invisible,
powerful, untamed, moody, exciting...
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WIND blows, soothes, comforts, pollinates,
excites, stirs. . .
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You now have created a powerful PICTURE about yourself.
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the soil that supports and nurtures living things. I give solid footing to those
around me.
I am earth
MeditationBy Laurie Beth Jones
MeditationBy Laurie Beth Jones
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I am wind
the power that sweeps away old fears and carries new
ideas like springtime.
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I am fireIgniting the power
and passion in others. I give
warmth on cold, wintry nights, and clear the way for new beginnings.
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I am water
Irresistible. No obstacle can stop me. I go over, under, around and through. I change forms to steam or ice or rain. I bring life wherever
I go. I touch everyone I meet.
How do you relate the element in your life as a teacher?
List three (3) characteristics of an Effective Teacher
3 Fundamental Questions for Self-Reflection
1. Where am I going?2. Where am I now?
3. Where was I yesterday?
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Group Task (15 minutes)
1. Share your list with the group.
2. Come up with at least five (5) common answers.
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3. Write your answer on the meta strips provided.
4. Select a member to present the group output in three (3) minutes.
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What common answers were presented?
How do we classify them?
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knowledge
values and
attitudes
skills
"The task of the excellent teacher is to stimulate 'apparently
ordinary' people to unusual effort. The tough problem is not in
identifying winners: it is in making winners out of ordinary people."
~ K. Patricia Cross
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Are you a _________sage on the
stage?guide on the
side?
Are you an effective or ideal teacher?
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
In school1. Facilitates Learning
2. Helps build the right attitude of children
3. Provides guidance, support and inspiration
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
In society1. Helps students develop sensitivity towards other’s
needs 2. Helps shape the future of
an entire generation
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
Towards students1. Inculcates model behavior
2. Prepares daily lessons3. Understands the diverse
background students 4. Plans, sets, evaluates & grades
tests5. Sets classroom rules by
enforcing discipline
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
Towards Parents1. Keeps parents well-informed 2. Informs parents about school
activities 3. Encourages parents to support the
diverse interests of their children.4. Encourages parents’ participation in
the PTA5. Works with parents for the
betterment of their children's future
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
Towards Management1. Actively involves in staff meetings
and school programs2. Maintains a healthy relationship
with colleagues and superior3. Helps out in formulating school
policies4. Carries out administrative duties relevant to the position in school
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher
Towards him/herself 1. Acquires relevant professional education
and training 2. Upholds honesty and sincerity towards the
profession3. Accepts the diversity of learners
4. Upgrades knowledge and learns new ways of teaching
5. Remains dignified even under pressure
Competencies of an Ideal Teacher
1. Understands students’ real needs 2. Motivated to motivate3. Reunites with students4. Maintains good habits; avoids vices5. Shows creativity in work6. Studies with zeal and enthusiasm7. Improves teaching methods8. Keeps the students engaged9. Inspires students to reach their dreams10.Sets attainable goals
As grade 8 English Teacher, I promise to…