Current Author Module: Care & Equity
HOW we learn is also a kind of CONTENT!
Walter Huffenweezle
My metaphor for learning and teaching is this delightful and strange statuette my friend got me for my birthday. I named him Walter Huffenweezle and he’s somehow completely perfect for me– a constant reminder to lead with play, wonder, and curiosity, all of which are essential for my teaching and learning. If I’m not paying […]
Machiavelli vs My Dog
#Isthatyourfinalanswer
No talking during class unless called on by the Teacher. Nothing you have to say is more important than what I am saying. The classroom door will be locked at the start of class. If you are late, don’t bother showing up. The rest of us made it on time. All absences will be considered […]
Jekyll and Hyde (or Silver and Hyde in my case)
Decolonizing curriculum
I am especially interested in decolonizing my curriculum. I have tried before to move away from discussing mostly White authors and (often heteronormative and cisgender) White samples, but have found this so hard in Psychology. My main goal is to learn how to make the actual content I discuss more inclusive.
Care & Equity Goals
Day 3 of the module. I needed a little time to get acquainted with the materials and the format. As I reflect on what is resonating with me so far, it’s others’ expressions of the costs of caring and the confusions of caring. I know my motivation when I applied to be in the cohort […]
Balancing the Scale
By writing personal reflections, reading some resources, and interacting with other colleagues, I hope to reassess my teaching practice. I have already started wondering how to create a balance between caring for my students and caring for myself. Daily, time seems not to be enough to accomplish all the tasks at hand. However, I’ve noticed […]
