A walk down memory lane...
Today, was the first time in 20 years that I have visited Canterbury Christchurch University. It really was a little trip down memory lane, as I walked from the train station to meet my tutors. So many memories came flooding back, nights out, crashing on friends floors and learning my trade. However, this was also a period of great sadness for me as my mum, the most caring, loving and kind person anyone could ever meet, sadly passed away at the end of my first year. When I look back, I'm not sure how I continued with my studies as I was completely heart broken as were my dad and sister. Times were hard, tears were shed, time seemed to stop for a while and sadness engulfed us all. I will always be eternally grateful to my dad, sister and my Anchorians Family, they are without doubt the reason why I finished my studies.
So here I am 20 years on, returning to uni to start my journey on becoming a Specialist Teacher and Assessor for Dyslexia. The facilities look amazing, the halls of residence look inviting (cinema room and gym - yes please) and the coffee is cheap! I'm excited what the next 18 months will bring.
Where have the last 9 months gone?
Thursday, June 20, 2024 by Sarah Webb | Uncategorized
Yesterday, I tentatively logged on to my university account for the hundredth time to see if my assignment had been marked and thankfully it had and I passed - YIPPEE!! I was so relieved as I honestly thought that it wouldn't meet the standard required. This course has really pushed me out of my comfort zone academically, the teaching practice side of it has been great, it is what I do day in day out and I know I am a good teacher but academic writing has always filled me with dread. I think, actually I know, it's because I prefer to verbally talk about things rather than write it down and this is a skill which made me a good SENCO. I have always had the ability to connect with families and colleagues and I have taken that skill into my tuition business. Connection and communication is so important, in fact I recently spoke to Susie, Twinkl Private Tutors, to discuss the importance of connection and communication and connection.
Anyway back to my dyslexia course, I'm currently sat here working on my next assignment. This assignment isn't so scary as it's based on my Action Research Project which is focused on 'Improving TAs knowledge and understanding of what multi-sensory learning,' this assignment is a presentation. Of course I have to meet the criteria and show that I've read around the subject but I feel more confident with this. The deadline for this assignment is Tuesday so wish me luck!
Enjoy the sunshine everyone!
