tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post8468706900872159299..comments2024-03-05T15:18:03.574-08:00Comments on Andrea Stringer: Smart is not what you are but what you can become...Andrea Stringerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-61317584353496680992013-10-27T20:12:07.489-07:002013-10-27T20:12:07.489-07:00The first post is the hardest - good on you for st...The first post is the hardest - good on you for starting a blog! Already posting about so many things that matter...I was re-introduced to Dweck just a few weeks ago, so a very timely post for me. Welcome to the bloggosphere :)Kelli McGrawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05818264213861923987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-13411343610949622142013-10-15T11:39:23.319-07:002013-10-15T11:39:23.319-07:00Yes, I think we compliment each other. Appreciate ...Yes, I think we compliment each other. Appreciate your kind words.Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-73570169357210646612013-10-15T11:35:50.042-07:002013-10-15T11:35:50.042-07:00Honestly, I'm surprised by the amount of posit...Honestly, I'm surprised by the amount of positive feedback Paul. Thanks so much! So great we reconnected through Twitter. Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-57376556830887390382013-10-15T04:30:45.140-07:002013-10-15T04:30:45.140-07:00Loved your first post Andrea and your husband! So ...Loved your first post Andrea and your husband! So wonderful to hear he was the wind beneath your wings and my how you've soared! A great story! Jeannette Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00365547503097514995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-16441014663285577512013-10-15T03:04:27.420-07:002013-10-15T03:04:27.420-07:00As someone who also came to teaching later in life...As someone who also came to teaching later in life, I agree absolutely that passion, empathy and a habitude of learning are more important than university degrees. Your story is one that should be told to anyone who feels constrained by choices and the voices of those with narrow definitions of "smart." Thanks for sharing. Welcome to the blogosphere.Paul Stolthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09496273400199203163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-55976461307337825242013-10-15T01:08:27.405-07:002013-10-15T01:08:27.405-07:00I wonder if mature aged students are more focused ...I wonder if mature aged students are more focused on what they want because they have more experience in the 'working world'. What you want at 18 is not always what you want at 35. Thank you for your kind response. I so appreciate it. I would never of thought of blogging but twitter has that affect on you! Supportive PLN.Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-71887635801087225252013-10-14T22:27:16.817-07:002013-10-14T22:27:16.817-07:00How did it take me over a week to find this fabulo...How did it take me over a week to find this fabulous and inspiring blog post? Thank you Andrea for sharing your story - I had no idea! As another teacher (I think I can officially call myself that now) who had a very indirect path to teaching I appreciate your honesty and directness. I was never seen as the 'smart' one in my family, so I hear you loud and clear. I am told now by all my 'degree seeking' family members that my grades exceed any they ever received in their higher education. Who'd have thought? I too have had much support which always makes learning so much more enjoyable. So thank you Andrea and I sincerely hope you continue blogging as I know I still have much to learn and sharing our thoughts and ideas and collaborating is the best way I know how to do that. Jane :)Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07679867130882473581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-89297689865966745112013-10-13T02:31:38.409-07:002013-10-13T02:31:38.409-07:00Thanks so much for your kind comments Briony. I de...Thanks so much for your kind comments Briony. I decided to take a personal approach to blogging.....and while it was difficult hitting that 'publish' button, I'm pleased I have. Thanks for all your support.Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-49110177817209059742013-10-13T02:28:10.660-07:002013-10-13T02:28:10.660-07:00Owen-Did you know that when you asked to hear abou...Owen-Did you know that when you asked to hear about my experiences, it motivated me to start my blog? I'm feeling very fortunate to have so many supportive friends. Thank you!Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-25652857381220782522013-10-13T01:01:34.594-07:002013-10-13T01:01:34.594-07:00Dear Andrea,
Congratulations on a great start to ...Dear Andrea,<br /><br />Congratulations on a great start to your blogging life! You capture one of the first and foremost issues in being a wonderful educator, and that is (in my opinion) that it is all about hearing people's life story, no matter whether you're 5 or 50 or 500! And then hopefully you're fortunate enough to walk alongside people as their stories unfold.... well done. May your story continue to defy expectations, charter new territory, and become more enriching and inspiring with every passing year. B Briony Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01962887698758165214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-61829790981088165812013-10-13T00:16:02.079-07:002013-10-13T00:16:02.079-07:00YAY, Andrea for starting your blog!
What a great p...YAY, Andrea for starting your blog!<br />What a great post to start with as well. I really empathise with this story as it is similar to mine. These stories need to be told. There would be others who believe they can't go to university because of their perception of their ability. I hope it inspires others to reach past their current situation. I look forward to future post of your learning journey.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04832994845670028501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-56306192114027817052013-10-12T22:13:31.691-07:002013-10-12T22:13:31.691-07:00Thank you Phillip-much appreciated. It's defin...Thank you Phillip-much appreciated. It's definitely a journey.My next post will be about why I went into teaching....psychology 101.Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-67286949183393936272013-10-12T22:10:03.962-07:002013-10-12T22:10:03.962-07:00Just proves you're never to old to learn. Than...Just proves you're never to old to learn. Thanks Corinne.Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-36059185826525462812013-10-12T22:09:19.842-07:002013-10-12T22:09:19.842-07:00Thank you Rhoni for your kind comments...your post...Thank you Rhoni for your kind comments...your posts and tweets inspire me. Andrea Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17491148924076150109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-89375853455722449202013-10-12T21:56:27.503-07:002013-10-12T21:56:27.503-07:00Andrea
A great start to your blogging life. You...Andrea<br />A great start to your blogging life. You're had a great journey. I am already looking forward to your next post.<br />Sometimes I think educators should have another career first, it enables them to bring so much to the job.<br />Phillip @sailpipPhilliphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04754439045723946857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-79613676018381873792013-10-12T19:50:25.967-07:002013-10-12T19:50:25.967-07:00Hi Andrea,
I love this post - so inspiring. Thank...Hi Andrea, <br />I love this post - so inspiring. Thank you for sharing your journey - so glad you found your love of learning, followed your passion and went into teaching. There is so much to think about here both in terms of how we teach and how we bring people into the profession. Very thought provoking.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01580487174299493569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747366105218280013.post-31847262894433513562013-10-10T06:06:43.092-07:002013-10-10T06:06:43.092-07:00Andrea, you should shout to the world and share yo...Andrea, you should shout to the world and share your story! What a great example and I can imagine many people living with doubts about their abilities would gain great confidence from reading your message. I honestly believe that through these personal stories we connect and understand humanity so much better. Our experiences have been different, but look where we both end up! I grew in an environment where I was told from day 0 that I could achieve anything. This meant that when I graduated school with good marks, I thought I was "too" smart for teaching and spent 7 years in a path that wasn't my own. Our social constructs place expectations and restrictions upon us and we need to forge our own way. I couldn't ask for anything more than the honour of participating in the learning of others and having some contribution to building in that experience. I applaud you for taking this next step, but I also implore you to share your story.<br />Alongside in the learning journey, RhoniAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11234879050290063699noreply@blogger.com