The Alberta Teachers’ Association

IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

What has remote teaching taught you about yourself?

SWITCHING FROM IN-PERSON TO REMOTE teaching last March was no easy task. ATA president Jason Schilling likened it to “turning an ocean liner on a dime.” We know teachers are adaptable, resourceful and enjoy finding lessons in every part of life.

Sarah Delport
That I can do a whole lot more with technology than I ever dreamed. I have become comfortable recording myself giving lessons, reading books, and leading online discussions and fun game times with my students.

Rosalba Politi
I have succeeded in teaching with an online platform. Something I thought I could never do.

Lynn Karasiuk James
I learned to never take for granted the opportunity to build a relationship again. It’s a whole different world in Google Hangout. I miss my high school students so much.

Susie Sirman
How little I sit and how much I move during a regular teaching day. I’m not accustomed to this sedentary lifestyle.

Mona Harris
I learned that a data entry person I am not ... I need to create, be with people and serve to feel fulfilled.

Kimberley Hall
That missing my students would have a much deeper impact on my own mental health than I ever anticipated. Connection is just as important for us as it is for them.

Jennifer Zapach
I have had the chance to connect with the quiet (and left out) students over Zoom. I got to know them so well through this quarantine, and I’m so thankful for that! I teach junior high French, by the way.

Jennifer Keay
I took so many parts of my role as an educator for granted. I never will again. I will never forget the power of connection and relationships.

Carolyne Hansen
You can teach a old dog new tricks. I never would have thought I would have found my way with this amount of technology. But here I am. Managing it. Nothing can replace those connections though. I miss my students.

Dave Thiara
I have always realized that I had the greatest job and couldn’t believe I get paid to go share my love for science ... but I super appreciate the kiddos even more.

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