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TOP 10 THINGS I LEARNED IN PLACEMENT

  1. I am able to learn new things everyday. 
  2. It is easier to learn a culture when immersed in it. 
  3. ​Miigwech is how to say thank-you in Ojibwe.
  4. Teaching is trial and error most of the time. 
  5. A successful activity does not necessarily mean that everyone participated. 
  6. Learning should be fun and engaging. 
  7. Children can teach me things, just like I can teach them. 
  8. It is important to bring in the perspectives of different cultures. 
  9. All children are capable, but some activities may need to be adapted to best suit different learning needs. 
  10. For the most part, children genuinely want to learn. 

© 2023 by Gillian Birch

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