Last week I shared some basics of the structure of the upper secondary schooling here in Norway. This week I wanted to share what I’ve learned from teachers in the time that I have been here. In my limited time in Norwegian schools, here’s what I’ve learned so far about teaching. Because of how upper […]
I’ve spent a great deal of time talking about my experiences in Norway so far as a mother of primary school children, but I’m here to work with secondary schools, so I should probably tell you a bit how schools work once you complete 7th grade in Norway. Secondary education in Norway is broken into […]
Today is September 11th. In the U.S., there are many ways that people discuss and remember this day and its aftermath. I was teaching at the time. I remember getting to school and the reality of it all sinking in. I remember calling my dad to find out if my mom was okay because she […]
It’s crunch time. We’re leaving in four days and we’re trying to pack, clean, and make our house and life ready for a year abroad. There’s lots of going through toys, and going through toys again. And deciding on what books I need and what books can stay (I will miss you, books). I’ve decided […]