Robinson article - Reflection

In the article, Robinson emphasizes the importance of using research to assess one’s own teaching styles and bringing changes to his/her instructional methods. There are many teachers who just follow the curriculum guidelines for years and are afraid to make changes. However, when Robinson realized that something was not going the right way, she took a brave step to assess her own teaching style and strived to improve it. I admire how she tried to bring changes to her classroom in a very strategic way. Rather than just making changes right away, she first observed herself to analyze what needs to be improved. Then, she set a specific goal for her class and designed her classes in such way that she restricted her lecture time and gave the students time to actively participate in their learning processes. One thing that resonated with me was Robinson’s vision for her classroom. I also believe that it is very important that students take parts in their own learning processes, in order for them to view mathematics in relevant and related ways. Reading Robinson’s article gave me an insight into what teachers can do to try improving their instructional methods. I would like to always keep Robinson’s student-centred classes in mind and not be afraid to bring changes in my classroom.