1) I’m a little uncertain about the “rule” that exists in for the LR.  Is it really possible to only focus on what a student is capable of and not at all on their deficits?

2) I agree that assessing students past the regular exams we are used to using is extremely beneficial, however, how does this system live up to the outcomes of the traditional form of assessment?

3)  Although I believe the system is great plan because some students display strong skills when they do not think they are being evaluated. How realistic is it for teachers to be able to take into consideration every aspect of student behavior and performance in order to assess?

4) I love the five dimensions of Learning and agree with the fact that students are well-rounded and able to grow in so many areas. However, I find the idea of taking all of those into account a litte unattainable, or from a teaching perspective is it possible to really do this? 

5) If this system was implemented everywhere, would there be any chance that grades, tests, and other forms of evaluations would be completely eliminated?

Everyone always laughs at me when I refer to my next stage in life as being a “real person,” but I think that’s a great way to describe it! I have been in school for six years. Four years in undergrad and two years completing my Masters. I went on after I graduated with my Bachelors because I knew if I left school and started working it would be hard for me to come back, but also because I’m not sure I was quite ready to become a real person and by that I mean a working person with responsibilities and all. Anyway, the six years have ended now and I am on my way. I’m working to fix up the resume and make myself as marketable as possible. As I sit down to the endless job of formatting and making it look as perfect as possible I feel I am getting nowhere. It is quite overwhelming to even think about. This piece of paper is your gateway to get an interview and potentially get a job. If people don’t like what they see on the paper then they won’t even meet you. As I sit down listing my degrees, my certifications, honors, etc, I am saddened by the fact that in no place within in this paper can you see my passion, how exciting I am to make differences, and work to help even one child have a better day. I may sound a little too hopeful, and perhaps a little naive, but I’m holding on to that until I’m ever proved wrong.

I’m also making a move. Which in itself, is overwhelming. I’m not quite sure where I’ll end up and the job prospects have a lot to do with it. I almost sure I’ll make my way back to North Jersey or New York. I enjoyed the time I spent in south Jersey but I believe it’s time for a change. Sometimes it feels easier to just stay where you’re comfortable and lead a life you know is safe, but I think I need to push myself out of that zone and allow myself to really grow.

In the next few weeks I will be spending the majority of my time in the library, at my computer, or reading on my couch–all for my thesis. Very soon I hope to have an aggressive job search going (if not already have a job , will need to finish my thesis, and begin looking for places to leave and move. On top of that my sister is getting married and I’m going to India for a month! (can’t wait). Three months seems like a long time, but it is not at all. I better get to it. I do get overwhelmed a lot ..hence all this procrastination .. however I have reminders places so I stay calm…

Welcome to my blog!! Never done one of these before so it should be interesting. I ALWAYS have something to say so I’m sure this won’t be too difficult for me. Some things about me you should know.

I love pink, I have a total obsession with shoes, I don’t have too many friends but rather a few really good ones, I am constantly rushing, always running a fashionably late, I love the New York Yankees, I wear heals regularly, except for at school then I opt for the oh so comfortable Uggs , I am usually always smiling, even if things are going wrong, that stems from my being a huge optimist, I love pinot grigio, kettle one and club soda, and fantastic fun little outfits on Saturday nights! I have tamed my party ways very much, but still enjoy a night or two out during the week. I enjoy yoga, working out, and my newest love, spinning. I love my current home, it’s cozy and I’m going to be really sad to leave it. I like to cook and eat healthy, although I cannot resist dessert and I secretly love Double Stuf Oreos! I obviously love to write, but have always had a passion for teaching. Now that I’ve expressed my likes, I’ll also delve into my dislikes, which aren’t too many.

I’m not a fan of the word “hate,” I think its rather harsh and opt not to use it often, if at all. I also don’t like the word ugly, because everyone is beautiful in their own way. I cannot understand people who are fake, ungrateful, and unmotivated. I also feel sorry for people who only see the worse in every situation and can’t seem to find the good all around them. I don’t like folding laundry and sleeping really late. I don’t like public transportation or really crowded bars. I can’t stand waiting in line and at the moment I’m not a very big fan of men, but that’ll change when the next prince charming makes his way to me, I’m not holding my breath . I do enjoy the single life though, no lie . One must always make the best of every situation presented.

I believe in soul mates, but not that there is one person who completes you, but rather a few, and if you find even one of them, you’re VERY lucky. I am trying to look at things without judgment and have become much more open minded than I was a few years ago. I’m looking forward to the changes that will take place in my life over the next few months, and I’m certainly ready to leave south jersey. I have been in school the last six years here and I believe it’s time I venture to a new territory. I’m more of a NYC girl, so that’s where I’ll probably be.

Most importantly, I love that I had the privilege of experiences two culture simultaneously. I grew up experiencing the Indian culture as well as the American culture, and I feel that had a lot to do with shaping me into who I am today. My parents gave me the best life I could have ever asked for. My mother is my ultimate role model, my father is my rock, and my sister is my best friend. They all live in north Jersey and I love them dearly.

So anyway, that’s me in a nutshell, you’ll soon learn a lot more!

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