Reasons 53 – 83: Answering the questions of your 10 year old self
We go back to school and invariably revisit our youth and think why do we do what we do? What would we do differently? And what would we say to ourselves if we met ourselves in the playground?
If we’re working in education, we have the added questions of what does this practice tell us, are there ideas or approaches I can adapt? What would happen if? What might happen if not? We might alter our practice and question our stance – quite subtly though, and not necessarily in a way which would merit the attention of head teachers, inspectors or distant academics – but which might be noticed by the young lad sat in front of you, day on day, week on week. He might notice a slight change of emphasis in your tone; the girl next to him may notice a slight momentary doubt creep into your voice when asserting something you think you have known true for years. She will spot your Galileo moment when all that was constant is no longer so and the certainties you had before, are no longer quite as certain.
These are all useful, productive forms of educational transformation. Frequently off the authorities’ radar, their effects bring about life changing moments for your students, about which neither you nor them will know anything of for at least 30 years.
And what would you say to yourself if you met yourself in the playground 30 years ago? “Don’t worry.” Would be a good start; although you may not listen to yourself.
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