Teacher renewal comes from deep reflection on one's practice from "summary" of The Courage to Teach Guide for Reflection and Renewal by Parker J. Palmer
Teacher renewal is not a simple task. It requires more than just going through the motions of teaching day in and day out. It demands a deeper level of engagement with one's practice - a willingness to look inward and reflect on what is working and what is not. This process of reflection is not always easy, as it requires us to confront our own vulnerabilities and shortcomings as educators. It forces us to question our assumptions, beliefs, and habits, and to consider alternative ways of thinking and being in the classroom. By engaging in deep reflection on our practice, we open ourselves up to new possibilities for growth and transformation. We begin to see our teaching in a new light, recognizing the ways in which our beliefs and values shape our interactions with students and colleagues. We become more attuned to the needs and perspectives of others, and more willing to listen and learn from them. This process of self-examination can be uncomfortable at times, as it may reveal aspects of ourselves that we would rather not see. But it is only through this process of confronting our own limitations tha...
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