老師們, 你有試過用心設立課堂秩序但學生卻一次又一次破壞規矩嗎?想給學生改過的機會, 卻不肯定該設什麼底線?

這集我會分享我如何利用簡單而有效的辦法令屢次違規、要沒收電話的學生學會遵守規矩, 更變得信守承諾。

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Teachers, are you discouraged by your students' violation of rules?  Are you unsure of what boundaries to set when trying to give your students a second chance?

In this episode, I share my "secret weapon" to help my students learn to respect rules and keep their promises.  A simple yet powerful tool to balance the adaptability and consistency as an educator.

老師們, 你上一次哭是什麼時候呢? 你知道了解自己傷心、受傷其實有多重要嗎?

這集我會分享自己受委屈不自覺, 而在見輔導員時如何被開導。了解不只是“有事/有病”的時候才要注意自己的心理健康。解開長久以來的心結能助你工作更有效率、對學生有更正面的影響，支持你成為理想的自己。

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Teachers, when is the last time you cried?  Mental health is not only about healing illness but also building fitness.

I share about my personal experience attending counselling sessions, overcome long-term mental blocks and develop more self-compassion.  We might be hurt in the education system, while let's find a way to stop the cycle and not perpetuate such harm to our students. 

說起學校的辦公室政治, 你在教育職場有遇到過這些"麻煩同事"嗎?該怎麼聰明應對呢?

做老師會遇上各式各樣的人。有時有些同事會讓你頭痛: 凶惡的、不負責任的、煩擾、八卦、不切實際⋯⋯ 要明哲保身之餘，更要堅持原則、不同流合污、不落井下石。當然面對職場欺凌, 還是需要尋求協助和支援。畢竟我們每人都希望能在富安全感和supportive的環境/文化裡工作。

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Teachers, do you ever have nasty colleagues?  

Gossip, disturbance, bullying, irresponsible, unrealistic... all these could build up a toxic work culture, lead to demotivation and hinder your professional development.  Be aware and seek support for psychological safety at school.

每學期/學年一次的"查簿"有讓你緊張或煩惱嗎?

這集我會分享我做新手老師如何從第一次book check未如理想吸收教訓, 更全面考慮功課設計、釐清工作要求、反省自己做教育的初衷、對“改正”和feedback改觀, 並養成良好的work routine和時間管理。不再為學校"查簿"感到頭痛。

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Teachers, do you desire an effective and stress-free way to tackle evaluation/appraisal season?

In this episode, I share tips and strategies to help you prepare for the regular departmental assignment checking.  Make sure you design appropriate homework, clarify criteria and reflect your career motivation.  Also listen to the inspiring reframe of "correction" and "feedback" as well as reminders about work routine and time management.  

老師們, 你想知道能讓你必然成功的方法嗎? 你知道成功有分兩種嗎?

這集我會分享Leadership顧問 Fred Kofman 所提到的兩種mindset, 還有一系列實用的問題幫你培養積極的思想和主動性, 扭轉教書、工作 甚至人生的困局。

參考: "Unconditional Responsibility" by Fred Kofman (https://www.cu.edu/sites/default/files/Unconditional_Responsibility_by_Fred_Kofman.pdf)

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Teachers, do you aim for greater success at work?  Do you know there are two kinds of "success"?

In this episode, I will share with you leadership insights and self-development questions that could help you let go of the "victim" mindset and build your "proactive/ player" muscle.

Reference: "Unconditional Responsibility" by Fred Kofman (https://www.cu.edu/sites/default/files/Unconditional_Responsibility_by_Fred_Kofman.pdf)

“Behavior, together with uncontrollable external factors, determines result"

"When behavior is consistent with values, we say the person has achieved unconditional success which generate an inner peace and happiness beyond the threats of external shocks"

你有自信自己的教學"成功"嗎? 電子教學、受學生歡迎、設定學習目標、考試測驗 等等重要嗎？

這集我會分析從前線老師收集的想法 和 對資深教師的觀察。一起討論何謂“成功”的課堂和教學, 看看老師們該如何評核自己的課堂。

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Are you confident in your teaching?  Is it important to implement e-learning, be popular, set learning objectives or drill for tests & exams?

In this episode, I share thoughts collected from frontline educators and my observations of experienced teachers.  Let's discuss how to define, gauge and evaluate the success of our lessons and us as teachers. 

覺得在學校工作say "no"很為難? 每天工作忙碌、疲於奔命卻驚覺自己“一事無成”? 最重要——你有還未實現的教育理想嗎?

在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效計畫時間, 實現你的職場目標和人生夢想。

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Is saying "no" difficult? Do you feel frustrated or even angry when piles of to-do's eat up your time, leaving you with the regret of unachieved dreams?

In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be.

Tips:

1. 4 Quadrants by "Important VS Unimportant" and "Urgent VS Not Urgent"

The 4 Quadrants

Q1- Necessity: e.g. prepare for book check, design exam papers

Q2- Effectiveness: e.g. mid/long-term planning, read books or take professional development courses

Q3- Distraction: e.g. add more pictures to the ppt, keep refreshing work emails

Q4- Waste: e.g. endless scrolling social media after a long day, binge-watching YouTube or Netflix during the weekend

*Keep focusing on Q2, then Q1 will reduce.  Also remove the unimportant (Q3&4)

*How to decide what is "important"? Have your "End Picture"! (Listen to the previous episode on this topic (https://www.tszyanlee.com/blog/teacherseffectivehabits2))

1. Weekly Plan

*Put in fixed time tasks

*Put in the "BIG IMPORTANT TASK", then from important to less import (gradually cut out more and more "Q3&4)

1. Helpful for deciding when to say "no":

*Use the 4 Quadrants

*Check with your week plan

*Advance level: actively reject ("Sorry, I know I've been assigned to do this (ongoing Q3/4 tasks).  But with my current work/capacity/commitment, I could no longer do this."

老師們,覺得在學校工作營營役役、疲於奔命嗎? 心裡有想達成的目標嗎? 你需要這個實用好習慣!

在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效實現你的人生夢想和教育理想。

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Teachers, do you desire a more fulfilling career at school?  Do you have a vision for the education system and are eager to achieve it?

In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be.

This episode, the message is about "start with a plan (the "blueprint") in mind before taking action".

An inspiring question to ask yourself: Imagine it's your 80 years old birthday, what do you want to see? Where do you want to be? Who will be there? How do you feel?  Who have you become?

Start applying this principle by:

-Upcoming meeting: What is the objective?  What do I want to know or communicate?  If leading, what result do I want for our team after this 1 hour?

-Plan of the month, plan for 2021

-How do you envision your 80th birthday?

老師們,覺得在學校工作疲於奔命、力不從心嗎? 你需要這個實用好習慣!

在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效實現你的人生夢想和教育理想。

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Teachers, are you overwhelmed or burned out at work?  Do you want to feel more in control at school?

In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be.

1. Turn from "Reactive" to "Proactive"

-"Reactive behavior: when people are reactive, they allow outside influences (moods, feelings, and circumstances) to control their response"

-"Proactive Behavior: When people are proactive, they pause to allow themselves the freedom to choose their response based on principles and desired results.  Their freedom to choose expands as they wisely use the space between stimulus and response."

1. Focus on your "Circle of Influence"

- I can't --> I can

- It's not my fault --> I'm sorry

- I have to --> I choose to

- We have no other choice --> Let's look at all of our options

- They won't let me --> I will get this done

- There's nothing we can do --> There must be something we could do

老師們, 你需求教學上的突破嗎? 你的教室裡有“遊魂”或反叛的學生嗎？

我會一連兩集分享我和學生J先生相處的經歷。由課堂裡對他無從入手, 到後來受到一封可怕的投訴信, 一起聽聽我如何安撫情緒, 亦利用個人化的教學讓學生再次投入學習、有機會發揮潛能。而我也找回教書的初衷和熱誠。

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EP34 - Students Stories Series—— Complaint Letter From Mr. J (II)

Teachers, do you seek for breakthroughs in your teaching? Want to deeply engage your students?

In this two-episode series, I share my story of interacting with my student, Mr J. From a totally disengaged member in the classroom to the dramatic complaint letter (?!!!), I point out practical ways to calm our emotions and find effective strategies with individual education planning (IEP). We all seek to nurture our students and support them to fulfil their potential, isn't it?