The video I chose was the second one which was "Teacher as a Writer". I chose this video because I was curious to know how as a teacher you could also be the writer. Some of the things I've learned from the video are that:
1) As a teacher you have to realize that you have to write with the students
2) If teachers don't write its hard to promote a passion for writing for the students
3) One teacher illustrated her mind web as her way for beginning her story and wanted students to be aware of the various tools you can use to help you formulate a story.
4) Students have fears about writing and teachers need to understand that.
5) Many teachers use writing as a personal tool and they share the writing they create with their students. You can use your personal writing as a motivator for students.
6) Teachers need to write so students can see someone going through the same process as them.
7) Each time you write it gets a little easier.
8) Many teachers write because it help them prepare for the writing lesson they plan to do with their students.
As a student I don't think I was a timid writer or a student who was afraid of writing. During my elementary years I don't think my teachers wrote with us. Usually the teacher gives you a writing prompt and you write about that particular topic. Typically the teacher instructs you on how to write, such as with grammar and the proper format of writing, but I never saw my teachers write with us. Because I wasn't a student who was afraid to write it didn't bother me but now I can see how that may cause difficulties for some students. I do think teachers should write with their students. It allows students to become more comfortable with writing and gives them practice. It allows the teacher to experience what the students are going through and gives them a better idea of how to assist them.
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