Significant Career Lesson From a Science Teacher at Education for Change
Christina, a Science Teacher at Education for Change, learned that "students...are certainly not less than" adults, emphasizing the importance of reciprocal learning regardless of age or background. This crucial lesson, solidified throughout Christina's career, highlights the value of listening and learning from everyone, regardless of their age or experience.
Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Mentorship, Education, Learning
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Christina Craig
Science Teacher
Education for Change
UC Davis 2015
Loyola Marymount University - Masters in Urban Education
Psychology
Education, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Education
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Learn from anyone, regardless of age or background. Students, despite being younger, offer valuable perspectives and knowledge.
2. Maintaining a mindset of continuous learning is crucial for career growth. Even those with more experience can learn from younger individuals.
3. Emphasizes the importance of actively listening and understanding different viewpoints to facilitate learning and growth.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has prevented significant [unclear] in your career?
One lesson I've learned, and I think it was solidified in the work that I do, is that students may be younger than you, but they are certainly not less than you.
Many adults walk around thinking that because they are older, they know more. You might have more experience in certain areas, and I totally understand that.
But don't let that lens stop you from learning from people who are younger than you. I have taught my students a lot over the years, and they have also taught me so much. They are incredible human beings, and I've learned so much from them.
So, I think the biggest lesson is that you can learn from anyone. It doesn't matter if they are younger or older than you, or if they come from a different background. You can learn from anyone in this world, if you just take the time to listen, hear them out, and see what they really have to say.
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