Yesterday, my partner Ina and I taught an open lesson with one of our 5th grade classes. What is an open lesson? It's essentially an observed lesson, but it is more important and more orchestrated than any observed lesson I've seen in the United States. The lesson is expected to be perfect, with interesting and … Continue reading Open Lessons
Today was the first day back to school after a little over two weeks of vacation, which I spent in the United States with my family. I have to admit that after a long and difficult trip back to Moldova, I was kind of dreading having to get up this morning and get back into … Continue reading Vacation is Over, and It’s Not as Bad as I Thought
One of the best parts of my final year here so far has been the continuation of the English Club I do with students in grades 7 through 9 at my school. I started the club last winter in February and had about 70 students sign up and about 50 students regularly show up. We … Continue reading English Club
Week 13!
Last Friday I was at school and heading to a class when Doamna Angela, a 3rd grade teacher, approached me and asked if I was busy that afternoon and evening. Doamna Angela and her husband, Alexandru, run the traditional music and dance school in our village. I told her I didn't have plans and she … Continue reading Constelatia Talentelor (Constellation of Talents)
The Oke Den 