In “Progress, Not Perfection: Three Tips for Your Journey,” elementary school teacher Lisa Dabbs chronicles the struggles that she faced as a first-year teacher. Her heartfelt piece serves as a guide to help new teachers get off on the right foot this upcoming school year.
Ms. Dabbs begins the article by reminiscing about her painstakingly organized classroom and color-coded lessons, which she says led her to have “no fun, no life!” It wasn’t until her second year of teaching that she realized that her success as an educator would not come from focusing on perfection but rather from focusing on the kids and being mindful of the journey. Her insights go to show that the interactions a teacher has with his/her students is both the most important and rewarding part of the job as an educator.
These insights align with UClass’ aim to reduce planning time by giving teachers access to high quality content and allowing them to focus on what matters most — teaching. As UClass serves experienced teachers and new teachers alike, educators at all points in their careers can leverage and tap into the wealth of knowledge and experience of fellow teachers around the world. Through UClass’ vast collection of lesson plans, teachers can plan less and collaborate more, sharing valuable information with a new generation of learners, critical thinkers, and creators.
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