Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Welcome! What are your expectations?

Welcome to Global Awareness!

We are going to use this space to share ideas, talk about issues, and reflect upon what's going on in the world around us.  Remember, this is a respectful forum!

I'd like to know what makes a good teacher, and I would like to try to meet your expectations. Let me start by telling you what I think makes a good student in a Global Awareness classroom.

A good Global Awareness student is someone who...

  • Is respectful to his or her peers, inside and outside of the classroom
  • Is respectful of sensitive topics that we discuss in class
  • Takes responsibility for his or her work and actions
  • Has an open mind and can try to see things from someone else's perspective
  • Take chances with his or her work...that leads to discovery!

What I'd like you to do is...
  1. Comment on this post and tell me what you think makes a good teacher in a Global Awareness classroom.  What do you expect from me?  In any format you like (list, paragraph, etc.) please write 3-5 qualities of a good teacher.  Be sure to check your work before you post.  Remember, when we post on a blog, we are sharing our work with a large group of people.  Write something that you can be proud of.
  2. Reply to at least one comment by your classmates.  Write why you agree or disagree, or compliment a good suggestion.  Remember, all writing should be checked for spelling and grammar before it is submitted!