Preface

My action portfolio is organized with my three current focus items in a table on top. Below these items, each item is listed chronologically by the date required for class.

I chose the "Response to Weaver" as my strongest because I think I articulated my opinion clearly and with passion. This reading was one of my favorites, and as I was writing I became re-focused on why I chose the path towards teaching in the first place. I found myself more inspired.

I chose the "Schooling Life Map" as my most challenging because it was the most difficult task for me to complete. I either have a unique ability to block things out, or I had awful teachers, or I just plum didn't pay attention in high school. Whatever the reason, I have trouble remembering my experiences. I think this presents a challenge for me in that I can't compare as well, however perhaps I'm less biased in this sense.

I initially wanted to choose my "Response to Weaver" again for the focused feedback (again, just because I'm most passionate about that one and would love to know more), but I went with the "Tchudi & Mitchell Ch. 5 Response" because it raises an issue I still feel nervous about. I want to set the right tone in my classroom: open and free, yet with some order and respect. Sitting in on my first couple high school classes, I get nervous about how to achieve and maintain that. I'm nervous I won't approach it balanced enough. So, I'd like more feedback or readings on that.

Forever in progress, here is my action portfolio. Lauren