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Originally posted by AKA2D '91
students are being short-changed in some instances. But, that is not to say that this comes from teachers who are or were not "trained" .... Many of my colleagues who "trained" to become educators are doing some of the kids an injustice as well. I see it EVERYDAY!
You are right that you should do what your heart feels is right. I know that since I come from a background of teachers and administrators in education on BOTH sides of my families, that I REBELLED against the profession. But here it is, nearly 5 years later, and I do not regret the choice that I made. I am able to touch and inspire a group of children that may not ever would have known what the world has to offer them.
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I agree with AKA2d'91 100%.
I teach too, and I think America has been misled to believe that if you are trained then you are a good teacher.......Although training is important, everybody can't make learning fun. Think about the many many times you've been in church and heard the asst. pastor preach or is preaching and you leave or someone falls asleep....(some people do that....)they have been trained but can't keep the attention....the same with educating kids....It took me 8 yrs. to realize this is what I wanted to do....I come from a family of teachers also...but I realize now that teaching is not forever...and I'll still reap the benefits of making an impact in some kids life.