Thursday, July 21, 2016

Something I've Been Wanting To Do

Finally found the courage to do this -

I am writing to express my interest and intention to apply to teach a business class for the 2nd semester of Grade 10 Xelect.  The business class I have in mind touches on the practical side (vs business management theories)  – basic concepts of business (business plan, setting up, profit, costs, investments, etc), how a real business is run, possible challenges, etc – culminating in the fruition of their business plans/ideas, through a bazaar maybe.  The class I envision is not a typical lecture setting, but one where the students can drive the discussion by asking questions they have about business in general, their family businesses, or whatever businesses they encounter or are interested in.
I am currently working on a module for this course, which I hope to present to you when completed.  

Signed, sealed and delivered, so no backing out!

In the meantime, I need to continue doing research, work on the module, and consult with teacher friends for their words of wisdom.  I have never been a teacher in a classroom setting, except helping my classmates with Math in high school, which was xx years ago.

My #1 fan in this new endeavor is my son A.  He encouraged me, and continues to do so, saying he knows I'll be a good teacher, judging from how I explain things to him.  Hope he's right.

Wish me luck!  

5 comments:

  1. This is so exciting! No better person to teach about business and about accounting than you! Share your lessons here:-)

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  2. Thrilled for you and your future students! You'll be an awesome teacher -- smart, patient, kind and fair.

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  3. Good luck! I wanna attend your class too! :-)

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  4. I see lots of field trips for the students!

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  5. As if you didn't have enough on your plate already, love how you have so much drive and energy. And sweet of A to encourage you in this!

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