Conclusion of Class

At the conclusion of this fabulous social studies class, I have learned a great deal. I have found that the process of inquiry can be a difficult concept to have in a classroom, but at the same time it could be easy. I love the idea because when incorporating the idea of inquiry the students really have ownership in the discussion. Their voices can be heard, which will ultimately give them the okay to ask questions.

During my internship, one of the first things I noticed in my mentors classroom (5th Grade) was a large poster that said something to the affect, "if you don't know, ask." I loved this! Alot of the times our students have questions, but they are afraid to ask. They need to be able to feel comfortable enough to be able to ask their questions. As teachers I feel it is our responsibility to create a classroom where our students feel safe and comfortable enough to ask questions. Our students may know more than we give them credit for, and we need to give them the opportuntiy to speak.

My goal as a teacher is to give my students that opportunity, to know their voices too can be heard.