Biggest Challenges Faced By a Curriculum Writer at Teacher Toy Shop
Nancy's biggest challenge as a Curriculum Writer is adapting to a new learning environment; unlike "a lot of just informal learning" experienced in previous roles, Nancy now "really has to make an effort to figure out how to learn things" independently and efficiently.
Overcoming Challenges, Learning, Self-Directed Learning, Professional Development, Workplace Challenges
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Nancy Balter
Curriculum Writer
Teacher Toy Shop
Yale University, 1994
USC, master's degree in science education
Biology & Related Sciences
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None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Learning new things and finding efficient learning methods
2. Adapting from an environment with informal learning opportunities to a more independent learning style
3. Balancing learning with budget constraints
Transcript
What are the biggest challenges in your role?
For me at this point, it's learning new things. When I was in the classroom and in an office, there was a lot of informal learning that happened. I would see other people do things, talk to them, and watch what they did. I picked up so much from that.
Now that I'm on my own, that doesn't happen. So I really have to make an effort to figure out how to learn things and the best way for me to learn them. I also need to be efficient and stay within my budget. That is definitely my biggest challenge.