Courtney Watson

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I think assessment is a good thing but can also be stressful for everyone involved. I think pre-assessment is a good way to see where everyone stands. I think post-assessment is a good way to see if they are grasping what you are teaching. Overall, I think it is very important.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I'm glad that we covered this in class. These are needs that one needs to survive. If we see a student struggling, then we can speak to them and break down their needs to see which area needs more attention. It's a matter of success or failure in my opinion.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I think a child's culture impacts them in many ways. However, that is one of the several things that we, as teachers, have to overcome. You will have students who do not celebrate holidays due to their culture. You then have to find ways to accommodate for that.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie You have to realize that no two children learn the exact same. In the classroom, you will have to adapt to those things and find something that works for all of your students. It can be very difficult and frustrating, but you have to be able to do what is best for your students.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I feel as if both are important and at some point you kind of have to be both. I feel as if most of the time I would be a "Guide on the Side" teacher. I know there will be times where I need to be a "Sage on the Stage" teacher, but I want to give my students a sense of freedom.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I knew every day was different going into these observations. I didn't realize the abilities that these children have. Their exceptionalities truly do not slow them down. I have learned how to properly deal with many different scenarios.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie Early intervention is very important. The sooner something is found, the easier it could be to correct. I did not realize that there were so many symptoms that go along with each exceptionality, and that is something that each teacher needs to be aware of.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie These programs are very important within the community. We, as a whole, have to remember that exceptionalities expand far outside of the classroom. Just because a person grows up and gets out of school does not mean that they no longer need help. These programs are great.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie Classroom design is a big factor in their success. If there is too much going on within your room, then students can become distracted, and it could be very difficult for them to really learn. I am all about making your room feel like home, but it does not need to go overboard.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie It is important to stay up to date on things. The state may supply you with new resources to make teaching these children easier and you would never know it unless you're caught up on the latest. These things are always changing, and it is our job to give students the best.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@brookeallysonc @ProfessorStacie Agreed! Sadly that is one of the main reasons why there is a shortage of teachers. No one wants to get paid so little for the big amount of work that goes into it.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@Ashley_Grace613 @ProfessorStacie I agree! There is so much more that goes into teaching that people understand.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie I think the most surprising thing to me is the fact that no two children are the same. Aside from teaching them, just sitting back and watching how they all act is amazing to me. No two children have the same personality. I love their uniqueness.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@Marandak02 @ProfessorStacie I agree! I have a younger brother, and I’m glad that he’s actually getting to enjoy what’s left of his high school education!

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@Joeyintro2edu @ProfessorStacie I agree! I missed out on the last of my junior year, and then my senior year was crazy. It’s nice seeing the world getting back to “normal”.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie Covid had a huge impact on the world, especially in education. Children lost many important interactions and I feel that this truly hurt their development. While it was a struggle to get through, we as a country, have to move forward.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@smithlm2020 @ProfessorStacie I agree! All children’s needs should be met within the classroom. Letting students know that you’re proud of them will make them want to succeed so they continued to be praised.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@AleahTurner5 @ProfessorStacie I completely agree! Children may not have anyone to run to at home so it is important that we make them feel comfortable enough to come and talk to us about anything.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@ProfessorStacie Building relationships with students in your classroom is very important! Relationships create a safe community for children. Building bonds also make children want to come back and be excited to learn more in your classroom.

[Courtney Watson @cwatson2345]

@KeeElisha @ProfessorStacie I agree! It seems like a very hard conversation to be had, but in order for the child to properly succeed it needs to happen.