National Lead Teacher | Leading from Within | Economics | Developing Trust while Striving for Growth.
When my students come to the classroom, they do more than merely arrive; they bring a dose of themselves – their thoughts, their unique perspectives – into our collective journey of learning. Here, our learning intentions often embark on exciting and unexpected turns as they fearlessly challenge ideas, scrutinise the validity of conclusions, elaborate on points of contention, engage in passionate discussions, and collaboratively tackle complex problems. In this dynamic and often bustling space, my role as an educator has become an art of keen observation and thoughtful interpretation. I'm dedicated to not just hearing but truly listening to their thinking as downloaded, carefully observing their interactions, and delving into the intricate processes of their minds as they generously share their insights. This deep understanding empowers me to recalibrate and adjust my teaching strategies, ensuring that every student's journey is uniquely tailored to their needs. The bedrock of our pedagogy lies in the firm belief that learning is a direct consequence of thinking. Students' individual ideas serve as a stepping stone for one another's growth, creating a vibrant ecosystem of intellectual exchange and personal development. What emerges is an exhilarating and transformative learning environment, one that thrives on nurturing a culture where every student's thinking is elevated and celebrated! 🌱 In this space of #CulturesOfThinking - Gratitude to Kambala for hosting last week's Cultures of Thinking in Action with Dr. Ritchhart. It never ceases to amaze me how contagious the passion for enhancing students' learning experiences can be when surrounded by dedicated educators. Many thanks to Cameron Paterson for his great session on Education Leadership in a Rapidly Changing World - Many takeaways 🙌 #Susan Garson #trust #CulturesOfThinking #Pedagogy #EmpoweringStudents #TransformativeLearning #mindsets #PZAUS
Your dedication to your students learning, and your own, is a credits to your professionalism. And you always bring me back a pen!! 😀
Middle Leader Champion | PhD Candidate | Educational Leader
11moLook at this - two amazing thinkers and middle leaders creating Cultures of Thinking in Action! Congratulations on your work to improve pedagogy and student learning through creating cultures where ideas can thrive. Majda Benzenati and Susan Garson.