I've been assigned to write about how the videos I watched on vision and hearing will affect me as a teacher. I have to say, as a secondary school teacher there will be little that I can do to help affect the development of my students' brains. They will come to me after most of the sensitive learning periods have passed.
I will design my room in such a way as to make it visually interesting, colorful, and welcoming. I will play appropriate music to set the tone for the day, and will make an effort to have plants or a good quality air cleaner in my room to help my kids be at their best. I will also provide them with interesting and useful activities that engage their senses whenever possible. In short, I want to be a whole brain kind of teacher, I just think that high school students are already 75% who they are going to be.
Hi Patience,
ReplyDeleteAs a secondary teacher you will be making connections with your teacher to help them stay engaged in your class. Music is a good way to do this :o)
You will still be using your observation skills to watch for any concerns that might come up.
Thanks!