Wow! I am amazed. I had to check out Jaremy's blog and I found myself unable to stop reading. What a great committment he has made. I am sure Jaremy has moments of feeling inadequate. What a tough job. I am also surprised to read about Jaremy's lack of resources. It saddens me to think about children who are not given a fair opportunity to be educated. I believe Jaremy is being a great teacher to his students. He loves them. As I read his posts, I could tell he is influencing his students to achieve because of his love and concern for their well-being. I think he is doing exactly what will benefit his students.
The text talks about how the curriculum needs to be important, focused, engaging, demanding, and scaffolded. Jaremy sounds like he is trying to accomplish these needs in the curriculum as well as fulfilling the students needs of affirmation, contribution, power, purpose, and challenge. He is truly doing the best he has with the resources that he has been given. I admire people like Jaremy. I would not be willing at this point in my life to commit to such a huge responsibilty. Maybe someday. Hats off to you Jaremy and I wish you the best in your adventure!
This was great validation. He needs all he can get. 4 points
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