1. Reflection Of Diversity In Terms Of Class, Race Or Gender And Power
Schools in America are beginning to see more problems arise faster than they are able to find solutions to solve them. Violence, poor academic achievement, poor attendance are just a few of the problems within the education system. ... It puts the student in the frame of mind that his job is school and "what you wear is what you are." ...
Now we come to another question: How could we possibly begin to eradicate this problem? With so many basic skills practically non-existent, it is suggest we look back to education to correct these problems. ... Too many times it seems, consequently, much of that energy spent by those students framing around writing utensils, could be much better spent in putting their creativity to word. ... Yet, how could we possibly alleviate this problem? ... After all, math and English are learned much the same way, by repeating skills that we need to solve complex problems, or simple grammar mistakes...
I have no problem with trying to actively involve a student who is not participating. ... I will discipline all students fairly with an emphasis on identifying and solving the problem. These statements will shape my behavior as well as provide a positive frame of mind to begin each day with. When discipline problems arise, and they inevitably will, it's important to intervene quickly so as not to allow behavior and classroom rules to go unchecked. Students need to be reminded that behavior problems are a self-control skill. ...
The right knowledge, the right attitude and the right mind frame held by the teachers gives students endless opportunities to achieve. ... Another problem is he doesn't know much about lesson plans, teaching techniques, and the lifestyles of these inner city children. ...
"I felt the seeds of death inside his shriveling frame, and as I laid him in his chair, adjusting his head on the pillow, I had the coldest realization that our time was running out (59)." ... If you can't work and give up some things to make things succeed with the person that you love then you are going to have a lot of problems. ...