Madiha taught us today
that Moroccans say you are most welcomed and those of the same gender greet
each other with several kisses on the same side of the check to show love. I have
felt so welcomed here in Tiznit, a student greeted me this way and it was so
touching. Some of the students created beautiful artwork that they gave me.
The people of Tiznit
are amazing. Mohamed and Madiha have been extremely hospitable. During the
classroom visits this morning the students prepared excellent presentations that
showcased their pride in their city. Madiha prepared a delicious lunch for us
and was great at calming my nerves before the presentation to MATE (Moroccan
Association of Teachers of English).
What a wonderful way to say hello. Did you actually get to keep the paintings? Are their classrooms extremely different from American classrooms?
ReplyDeleteOf course I have the paintings I plan on framing them for my classroom. Technology is limited and the desk look different but other than that they are the same.
ReplyDeleteCant wait to see the paintings upfront. Is Tiznit a large or small
ReplyDeletecity? On average how many schools per city and is there one governing school district? What are some of the similarities you found in the classroom structure?
Tiznit is a small city. There are several schools in Tiznit, but the school I am attening is about 9 miles outside of Tiznit to a village called Ouled Jerrar. They are governed by a district. I have had the opportunity to observe classes and to teach as well and I don't see any difference. Children are children world over and the teachers are dedicated professionals who want the best for their students.
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