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While in Chile, there have been many occasions in which we have had the opportunity to meet with administrators, other educators and teacher candidates to discuss the field of education. As I have discussed in previous posts, the conversation often involves the comparison of the United States’ and Chile’s education systems. We have made some excellent connections, discoveries and observations while in these meetings, as well as observing and teaching in classrooms in Santiago.
Yesterday, our group delivered our final presentation to students and faculty at Universidad Mayor, in which we summarized student grade levels, teacher certification and education programs in the United States. We also discussed and demonstrated the use of interactive read alouds and interactive white boards – two tools we use heavily in the U.S. and have brought with us to Chile. This presentation was well-received, and it was wonderful to share information and have a discussion regarding education in the United States one final time. Aside from the nitty-gritty details of each of these discussions, I’d like to take a step back and appreciate how extraordinary it has been as a group of future educators to be in Chile discussing education with others that share the same passions. I feel that this is a rare opportunity for many teacher candidates all over the world – to explore and first-hand experience education structures in other parts of the world while sharing their own. This has been a surreal experience, and I know that I will carry this with me for the entirety of my career. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, to each and every individual in the universities and schools of Chile who have contributed to my growth and learning as an educator. I will be forever grateful for this experience.
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Julie Henry
6/8/2017 07:31:32 am
Christine, it is inspiring to read about some of the things you have been experiencing and to think about the impact your visit has had on so many. Thanks for sharing!
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2/5/2024 11:03:51 am
Buenos días señor / señora,
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