Empowerment

In entry 139, I felt so bad for Ramiro because he put so much effort into his education just to pass the tests and he could not pass the test. As a future educator, I despise the fact that one set of tests decides whether a student can move on in school. This form of assessment is not an accurate representation of a student’s progress and learning throughout because it bases what they know on one day of testing when there are so many factors that can affect their test scores. Ramiro studied and worked so hard in the weeks leading up to the test and still did not pass. If our goal as educators is to discourage students from wanting to learn more I feel as though tests are the way to do so after reading this entry. In order to have an accurate account of our students’ progress in learning, we should have an assessment that demonstrates their learning for everyday they are in our class. Our students are capable of being able to learn no matter who they are but when they are constantly failing the end test it frustrates them and makes them assume they cannot learn anything. This teacher tried her best to help him and all of their hard work paid off as he finally passed. She showed dedication and understanding for her students, which was both inspiring and beneficial. As a teacher, I want to do the same and always be there to understand my students even when a pointless test is telling them they are failures.

            In entry 142, is very empowering in the aspect that they were able to go be a part of a world culture event. They were able to make a difference and do what they love. This was able to show the opportunities we as teachers can give our students. We can be a part of the school community by taking control of an event, coaching, doing after school programs, and giving kids a place after school to relax and unwind while getting things done. You can show your students you care by being a part of their life and making your career more than just a job where you show up when you are supposed to and leave as soon as you get the opportunity to do so. These students got the dream of a lifetime and it was all due to their teacher saying yeah I have time and would love doing this for my students. They dominated students from all over the world at soccer, and were able to gain a confidence and understanding they may not have been able to obtain in the classroom. It gave these students a positive role model that they knew was there to help them. It was inspiring to see what this teacher did for his students and athletes. It was also a remarkable adventure for them to embark upon. Overall, this story did a wonderful job showing that one is only able to achieve their dreams and others dreams if they give a little fight for it.