I teach English Composition at a small technical college. My
students plan to become chefs, medical assistants, and IT specialists. Some of my students do not contact me when
they are going to be absent or tardy.
Others text or check emails during class. A few leave early or do not return after
taking a break. Many of my students are
easily discouraged. Some students must develop
their listening skills; and others are easily distracted. As a result, they make careless
mistakes. Those students must learn to
be professionals; and college is the place where they can make their mistakes. I tell students that learning a skill is not
enough; they must develop Habits of Mind.
What are the Habits of Mind? They
are “an identified set of 16 problem solving, life related skills, necessary to
effectively operate in society and promote strategic reasoning, insightfulness,
perseverance, creativity and craftsmanship” (Costa, 2000).
The following links will help you to understand the Habits of Mind.:
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/nclb/2010wc/Habits_of_Mind_Summary.pdf
http://www.chsvt.org/wdp/Habits_of_Mind.pdf
http://www.grrec.ky.gov/Thoughtfuled_files/Cadre2/Habits_of_Mind1.pdf
Thank you for posting these...as a learner for life, I enjoy practicing skills that will better my life not only at a professional level, but also at a personal level as well.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
Dear Ruthy,
DeleteLifelong learners are always looking for ways to better their lives. Too often, there is an imbalance. Some people have it all together professionally while they are personally unhappy or unfulfilled. It is a good thing to consider all areas.
Habits of mind...very interesting! I'll be sure to click on those links! I have also created a blog annitathinks.blogspot.com, I haven't posted yet but soon will!
ReplyDelete-Anna Arroyo
Hello Anna,
DeleteThank you for posting. We must constantly review our habits; they determine our success. I am excited to see that you have created a blog and I can't wait to visit. Welcome to the neighborhood of blogging. It's a a great way to hear from people all over the country!
Anna,
DeleteI love your quote, "Trials are just step stones to wisdom!"
I have enjoyed your class Verbal Communications. The class was very informative and intersting. The skills that are taught in the class can help you succeed in life very much I believe. ..Thank you for a GREAT Class... Amy Timms
ReplyDeleteAmy,
DeleteYou made my day and put a smile on my face! You are a model student with a wonderful attitude towards her education; and I know you will achieve all of your goals. I believe effective verbal communication can help us in all areas of our lives.
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ReplyDeleteI was once one of those students, where I was easily distracted in class and unable to focus on the topic at hand. Now with your help I am able to have a possitive mindset and complete all the tasks at hand. Through the writing workshops that you have provided I was able to improve my writing skills and better express myself through a paper and pen. hopefully I to can one day create a blog and take everything I have learned and share it in a way to help others that are in the same possitions that I was once in.
ReplyDeleteAmaury,
DeleteWow! You made my day! Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad the workshop has helped. You are a good student and you’re doing well. Just by posting your response, you are already helping other people who may be searching for answers.
i reviewed the habits of mind that you posted here and its amazing how they translate into life itself. ;)
ReplyDeleteHello Genesis,
DeleteEveryone, regardless of age, should work to develop the Habits of Mind. I agree with you. The habits do help us to succeed in life.
This is great information! My favorite one is "Thinking about your Thinking: Metacognition". Thank you for making information like this available to us. I love learning new things. I just created a new blog "So Let's Think About It" http://soletsthinkaboutit.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteRaneeta,
DeleteWelcome to the world of blogging! I love your blog and I can't wait for you to start posting. So many people are not aware of their thinking. As a matter of fact, many people have never heard of metacognition. Thanks for posting your response.