This week is going to be a long one: seniors turn in research papers tomorrow, for one. I have two out of a grand total of 19 that I’ll end up grading (hopefully, at least – not turning this assignment in will kill a 2nd semester grade in a hurry), and whereas I don’t expect to take the two weeks that it took last year for 50+, it will still be exhausting, I know.
I also start PSAE/ACT prep for my juniors this week, which will carry us through the last week in April. I have never done this before, and I’m going to be shooting from the hip in many regards. I have taught persuasion multiple times now, including once last year in preparation for the ACT Writing test, so that will be the relatively easy part. On the other hand, I haven’t taught much grammar this year, and now it will kick into serious gear. I fortunately think I have some good resources on this, so I’m hopeful.
Essentially, though, I’m navigating unknown waters, and it will be interesting to see how it works out. I’d say that I’ll get back to you all on that, but anyone who’s noticed my blogging habits lately will be rightfully suspicious of any promises to that regard.
We’ll just have to see, I guess.
April 4, 2014 at 5:45 pm
I’m currently a pre service teacher, and this post caught my attention because I wonder how long it takes teachers to grade long assignments like, papers and projects? Do teachers actually pay attention to every single detail while they’re grading students work or is it just a brief glance? Also, I’m curious to know how first year teachers get into the rhythm of the teaching field? whats the hardest part of the teaching field, following the curriculum or dealing with the students?