Kia_Graves_reflection

I understand completely what Graves is trying to say. It already feels like I have taken a long journey through self-evaluation this semester, even though we are only on the second month now. I have changed my prospective as a teacher and teaching style. It is very important to not be a dictator when it comes to the writing process.
I find myself using these techniques in my 5th grade classroom, and I have to say the results are amazing. It is like the kids have never been asked questions before, even though I know they have by my mentor teacher. I have one boy in particular that sits and stares every time a writing assignment is made. This happened on a test as well. I noticed and went over and started asking him questions. As he answered them, I told him he should write down what he just told me. He got so excited that he wrote a total of 1 1/2 pages. It even made sense. I am so excited, and I cannot wait to motivate others!