Forming Pearls: Final eJournal Entry

I never thought that I would had a lot of struggles, roadblocks, and challenges on this year that I've finally decided to pursue a different path and enter the world of teaching. I though that enrolling on this course would be an all-time light and happy trip on a beautiful field but it seems like … Continue reading Forming Pearls: Final eJournal Entry →

Constructivist: Tikkun Olam

Tikkun Olam. This is the phrase that keeps repeating on my mind as I finish our Module about Constructivist Theories. Tikkun Olam is a concept in Judaism which literally means "repair of the world." If the word Constructivist would be break down into a single world, it would be construct. This fits perfectly with the … Continue reading Constructivist: Tikkun Olam →

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Am I approaching the finish line? Have I already close the gap? Am I still way too behind or still near the starting mark? These are the questions troubling my mind as I try to finish Module 5 and hopefully focus on our group assignment soon. Life seems it's having fun on consecutively throwing roadblocks … Continue reading Cognitive Theories: Loading… ███]]]]]]]40% →

Social Learning: Wanna Be Like You!

By the time I finish writing this e-journal entry, my classmates are already focusing on our group assignment. I feel bad because I am way too behind to catch up with the next modules, with all the family struggles and work demands. Even so, I am still delighted because Module 4: Social Learning Theories is … Continue reading Social Learning: Wanna Be Like You! →

Behaviorism: To control or To shape?

I would love to see the children's faces with brimming smiles and hearing their laughter even if we are in the Sunday School to learn. I don't want them to find studying on a weekend as a thief who will steal their leisure to run and play outside before going back to their respective schools … Continue reading Behaviorism: To control or To shape? →

Reflection: Tying Up the Loose Ends

In my previous entry, I used an animated series to discuss about some theories and types of Intelligence, and how we should not be confined with the standardized tests. After reading some materials, I also submitted an assignment and participated in discussions. The truth is, I kind of feel bombarded this week. Aside from falling … Continue reading Reflection: Tying Up the Loose Ends →

Intelligence: Looking Through Hero Academia

I found the past two weeks of my life tough and exhausting. A family member in the hospital, growing demands in the workplace, and other issues made a huge roadblock for me to catch up with the lessons and assignments. I wonder if I will be able to truly learn from this way or I … Continue reading Intelligence: Looking Through Hero Academia →

Learning: First Day Jitters

I definitely had a first day (or should I say week?) jitters despite the absence of coffee--maybe because there were too many firsts for me. First time to enroll in this non-traditional mode of learning. First time to crunch up my brain again after a long time. First time to actively participate (because it is … Continue reading Learning: First Day Jitters →