Jen & Jeff's Adventures

 
 

Tuesdays are frustrating.  They usually are.  Well, to be clear, the whole day usually isn't bad.  It's just one class.  And that class will be the death of me.

I don't what it is, but the entire class is horribly chatty.  But that's not all, they don't listen to anything.  I ask them to quiet down so that I can hear the other students talking.  They don't listen.  I ask them to stop talking so that I don't have to speak over everyone.  They don't listen.  I ask them to keep it down and keep on task.  They don't listen.

It's so frustrating and disheartening how little respect they show for each other and for both myself and my co-teacher.  I've even yelled at them to be quiet, to show some respect.  It works for about 2 minutes, then they are back at it.  I am truly at a loss at what to do with this class.  And it totally deflates me.

Luckily, the class right after this one is full of saints (well, maybe not quite saints, but by comparison, they are pertty close) and it's nice that I don't have to end my day off on such a tiring note.

Anyway, if you're ever wondering how I'm doing here in Seoul, well, if it's a Tuesday, you'll always know that I'm pulling my hair out in exasperation!  I know, I know... welcome to the teaching profession!

 


Comments

Kelly

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 05:51:23

Oh my goodness! Me and you both! My first class on Tuesdays just exhausts me physically and mentally, and leaves me second guessing my career choice. Luckily though, for some reason unbeknownst (sp?) to me, their class was canceled today. Hallelujah! I can only wish such happy surprises in your near future as well! :)

 

Jen

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:44:29

Mondays are my exhausting day.... I have 2 classes that kick my butt. Luckily there are kids in some of these classes that I really feel I am reaching, thus making it feel worthwhile. I have about 3 or 4 kids who were always getting in trouble at the beginning of the term, but who are now at least trying, they may not be the best, but it's exciting to see them participate in the activities.

 



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