So we here we are

So, here we are almost 3 weeks into block.  It is already flying by for me.  I just can't seem to get over how much stuff there is to do though.  As all the teachers are throwing papers at us, it seems to be I am not even sure where to begin.  I haven't felt that there has been much guidance as to where to go in these papers.  But I guess that is apart of the growing up and being seniors in the college classroom.  I think my biggest problem so far, has been with the vague instruction.  I like clear, crisp details about the assignment.

Anyways, right now I am watching Temple Grandin.  It is a movie about her obviously.  And it just shows a girl's strruggle with autism.  It keeps showing her in the classroom, and how students would bully her and the teacher did nothing to stop or prevent it.  It really is a truely amazing movie, especially when fascinated by special needs students.  You learn not only about the disorder, but also about things you can do to help these children in the classroom.  It mainly takes place in higher education but that doesn't mean you can't see things.  She is an amazing visual thinker and it gives great ideas on how to teach to these types of learners.  I am fascinated with her determination to not give up.  That is the main reason I am writing this blog.  If she can overcome so many things, and be able to still succeed in everything she does.  She has her doctorate when everyone around her doubted her. 

This is what we need to remember during this semester.  We have great teachers who are all willing to give us as much help as possible! It just takes us taking the initiative to ask.  We will make it through, even though at times I know we are all frustrated at times.  That's why we are a class to help and support each other in everything we do.  It gives us a support system and I think these blogs are the number one way to help us succeed in helping each other.

Good luck everyone on all the homework!!