Below is my writing plan for this summer and the next school year - the first assignment of sorts for the Teachers Write Summer Camp started by Kate Messner . I am making this plan public so that my friends and acquaintances can hold me accountable/responsible for following through. So, every so often ask me how I'm doing with my plan. Or, ask me what I wrote today. Then, observe me for signs of hesitation or hedging. Don't nag though. Just be supportive and nice :-) Writing plan for the summer and the next school year: 1. Write every day. (Summer and school year) 2. Write for at least 30 minutes . This doesn’t include 750words.com writing. (Summer and school year) 3. Write first thing in the morning , if possible, or at lunchtime in school. (Summer and school year) 4. Alternate between writing blog...
This blog is a place to ruminate on the problems of teaching. If I am thinking thoughtfully, my posts will hopefully raise more questions than answers. By problematizing teaching we reflect on those questions that are constantly behind, in front, and at center of everything we do in the classroom. Feel free to comment. I'd love to hear what other teachers are thinking about on these and other issues. Cheers! Elisa