Have you ever had students just not try in class? You call on a student after explaining something, and ask a question. The student shrugs and says, “I just can’t do it.” The truth is, we all are influenced by our views about what causes the good and the bad to happen in our lives: Are we the cause? Is there something outside of our … Continue reading How Does Self-Image Affect How We Do?
No matter where you are in the world, every student in your classroom is different–their own individual. To treat them all the same would be ineffective and counterproductive. How many times have we looked at others and thought: “That kid’s Asian. Must be studious and antisocial.” “That kid’s African American. I’m probably going to have a hard time teaching them.” “That kid’s White. They’re either … Continue reading Be Aware of Stereotypes
And other thoughts on manners. Let me tell you about my journey to finding out how to eat noodles the right way! Growing up, my family would make spaghetti. It was an easy, cheap meal (and not too unhealthy, either). It was always a fun challenge–could I slurp my noodle all the way without staining my clothes? Well, could I? I never found out, because … Continue reading Don’t Get Offended
Onward! Japanward! 