Back to the Drawing Board

When an activity seems to "fail" (we know by our own individual definitions what that is!), remember to "go back to the drawing board". We are not failures as teachers just because something didn't work the way we planned it to! We are courageous for trying new things and willing to take the risks necessary for meeting the needs of all our learners. It is important to take the perspective of ourselves in our students' shoes. Would you want to become engaged in this activity? Is the content relevant for me at this point in my studies? How can I apply this to the real world? What lifelong skills am I learning from this? Pushing through to your next lesson or activity builds stamina for trying new things. Remember, you are a model of courage and enthusiasm for your students!