On 8/10/09, RB wrote:
> I've been asked to host at least one Introduction to
> Education student for 15 hours this semester. I've never
> done this before, and didn't do Ed. as an undergrad so I'm
> clueless as to what I'm expected to do, if anything.
> Have any of you had these entry level Ed. students and did
> it increase your workload much? I just got a call today
> that I've got a prep change so I'm a little overwhelmed as
> is, but want to be helpful if I can swing it and keep my
> sanity.
>
> Thanks for any help,
> RB

Just being around a teacher and in and around a classroom is
a rich experience for anybody much less someone contemplating
a career in teaching. Spending time with you is a
Great 'Intro to Ed.'
Nobody expects anything - these assignments are made and
everyone just hopes for the best. I actually enjoy the
company and find they hang on my every word. I explain what
I'm doing and why. I chat about kids and school. They listen,
depending on their personality - some will offer their own
thoughts and opinions and sometimes we debate our different
ideas.
It doesn't increase my workload at all and it does give me
company which is nice. And - put them to work, they don't
have to be just observers. Send them to the copy room, have
them do the things they'll be doing as teachers themselves.
Tell the kids that this is Not a student teacher but someone
who's just thinking about being a teacher - the kids love
knowing that.
Have fun - it can be.

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