4/15/13

This week's readings had such great ideas/examples of making partnering real for me. With every new chapter/concept to which I am introduced, I realized that I can indeed be part of the positive change that I see needs to be made in the education process, particularly in the dental hygiene education process. I've known for a long time that the 'tell/memorize/test' method just wasn't cutting it. I've worked with too many new graduates that 'don't have a clue' once they get out of the classroom. I've wanted to teach for a LONG long time. My (now ex-) husband didn't think teaching was very 'admirable'. When I'd bring up the subject of going back to school for a teaching education, he'd say things like,'those that can, do; those who can't teach'. He'd poo-poo my desire. Well, he's no longer in the picture and I'm finally realizing my goal. This week, I got a letter that informed me that I did not get the full-time position at the program where I'm currently teaching. While a let down, it won't stop me from continuing! I've had such great feedback from my students/fellow instructors and the patients of my students. I will continue to move forward! This program's loss will be another's gain. Until then, I just gotta figure out a way to keep the mortgage paid! And, I WILL...always have!