Chapters 3 and 4

2. Share 3 (three) exact quotes that are meaningful to you (from across these two chapters), and explain why they matter to you.

"If, as a teacher, my belief in you is unerring, and if I accord you the full dignity due human beings, I will do all I can to ensure that you will become all you should be." (pg. 29, bottom of right column)--This just really makes me think about the opportunities I will be giving my students. What we have our students do needs to lead to new possibilities. We need to help them become the best they can be.

"Furniture arrangement speaks of partnership or isolation, of flexibility or standardization." (pg. 37, bottom of right column)--I never really thought about furniture arrangement would show that. When I have thought about classroom arrangement it is usually more along the lines of what is best when it comes to classroom management and the amount of space I have. This now makes me look at it in a different way.

"Positive environment, clear communication, mutually agree-on guidelines, clear routines, and plentiful support for success are huge factors in helping each student feel pride and ownership in the classroom." (pg. 53, bottom of left column)--By doing this the class will run more smoothly and the students will be more likely to contribute to the class. I also feel that this will help them feel like they have more of a choice in their education. It will help them feel empowered.