I can tell that there are multiple, strong opinions on a variety issues regarding instruction and practice and this is a good thing. I just want to make sure that our members keep posts focused on methods and not personal affronts.
I think that this conversation is valuable so please keep your opinions professional and respectful. I don't think any of us can assume to know the one "best" way to teach and reach the broad group of students in any give classroom. As an 8th grade LA/Reading teacher I found that certain kids benefited more from certain teaching styles and environments. A student that struggled with my (ahem) expert teaching went on to flourish when we switched the student to another teacher's classroom. I didn't take this as a rejection of my teaching, but on better meeting the needs of a particular student. When we are on emergency moderation, I only see the first sentence or two of a post. This is helpful to me time-wise as I can quickly determine if a post is legitimate and not spam or something that should be sent to a person and not the entire membership. So please, post and *support* your opinions on professional practice and not a person. There is great value in respectful discussion. I have just rejected a couple messages that seemed a bit inflammatory and personal. I don't claim to catch every inappropriate message. Be kind, respectful and thoughtful and please let me put away my moderation Nazi hat. I am going to lean towards extreme caution while this thread is active. Thanks, Keith Mack Web Administrator for Mosaic List [email protected] _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
