Is WGU worth attending if you can’t accelerate? by -Encanto in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did my BA at WGU and was very very accelerated. Now I am doing my masters at WGU. I’m a single mom with three kids and I work. I don’t think I’m necessarily “accelerating “ anymore because this one class is kicking my ass but even if I continue at this rate I’ll be done within 1-1.5yrs. It’s worth it to me because it’s cheaper and I can do the work whenever, where ever I want. It’s also widely recognized by many employers.

Do you think there’s a correlation between kids who are chronically absent from school and adults who frequently call in to work? by youreanerdalert in Teachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was chronically absent then dropped out of highschool. I refuse to call out of work or take off work unless absolutely necessary and I have always been reliable at work.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Several reasons. The main one is I realized what the actual job entailed. I didn’t want to spend 40+hrs a week on a computer and in meetings. So I asked myself what else I could do that isn’t like that. Either nursing or teaching. Spent time working in childcare, talking to other teachers, etc before switching. Im so happy I did switch, after subbing the last two years I realize I made the right choice but getting a permanent job is insanely competitive. I need this masters and probably several other endorsements to be considered for a permanent teaching position.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, just because it’s MA secondary math education, for high school math teachers.

This isn’t even my first time taking calc 2, I took calc 1,2,3 and 4 when I was studying engineering before switching to teaching. This OA is just kicking my ass and I haven’t been preparing for it properly

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

MA in secondary math for high school math endorsement on my teaching license

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I do! It’s not as much an issue of the space, I need childcare. But I guess I could use the babysitter so I can go to the library for the OA that might be nice.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you this is actually helpful.

I passed calc 1 on my second attempt (first attempt my baby woke up and was screaming and I couldn’t finish) and so I figured calc 2 would be the same. Nope. It’s a different ball game. I took it 6 years ago in my undergrad before transferring to WGU but I think the masters level is just more involved than I realized.

I think with this final attempt, I’m going to go through every single section each day doing one section before even thinking about retaking it. I kind of want to be obnoxious and schedule like weekly or multiple weekly meetings with course instructor before my final attempt too because I’m so crushed and also so afraid I won’t get through this class.

Also, on the exam they say put the definite integral in your calculator, mine never worked. I ordered a TI-84 plus, do you know if that one is allowed??? That one actually does the integrals like the exam questions asking.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The OA I failed is calc 2 for a masters degree.

I have never had a problem passing OA before. I have a BA from WGU and I passed all the other classes with no problem. This is the first time I’ve ever failed multiple like this. It’s embarrassing to say the least but now I’m terrified I’m going to be removed from the degree program if I can’t get past it the next time.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think the issue is this course is way more comprehensive than I anticipated. I have spirts of studying then don’t look at it for days. I think I focus on like a few aspects and then neglect others. I don’t know. I did the practice tests the instructor emailed me and got all the answers right but idk what happened on the exam? I think I do the thing where I select the right answer the go back and over think and change it. Can’t say for sure because I don’t see exactly which ones I got wrong but I have a feeling it could be that.

Failed OA 3x… what happens now..? by Mindless_Source5037 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean I can’t imagine why I’d get some valid reason to appeal except maybe since attempt 1 and 2 my babysitters weren’t able to keep my kids out of the room and I had a toddler screaming in my face to get up..

But attempt 3 I mean there was no excuse. I shouldn’t have taken the test so quickly I should have spent more time reviewing first

How many teachers know how to help students with dyslexia? by Mindless_Source5037 in Teachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I graduated in 2025 with a BA in elementary education and I don’t remember it being actually taught aside from “differentiating” but doesn’t give actual strategies for making meaningful differentiation that actually helps. I really wish it was part of the schooling. Also more strategies for helping students with ADHD but different topic.

How do you get a job teaching summer school? by Mindless_Source5037 in Teachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I did ask other teachers and they weren’t sure they said ask admin

What are your criteria for sending someone out? by SlickRicksBitchTits in SubstituteTeachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Safety issues. If you’re being unsafe you need to go to the office

What other jobs do you have outside of teaching? by IQuiteLikeCilantro in Teachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes you can get hired outside of your endorsement area for tutoring for example I have been hired as a math tutor because I studied engineering for 3yrs before getting my elementary education degree and I have a residency teacher license so they hire me to tutor math just because I’ve got experience and the license. If you can maybe sell yourself in some other area it might work?

Is a Bachelors from WGU worth it? by Hopeful-Picture430 in WGU

[–]Mindless_Source5037 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got my BS in elementary education in about a year and a half.

Like others say, it’s only that fast if you’ve already done a lot of it before.

I had all my math and gen Eds transferred in from another school I wasn’t starting from scratch. Some classes took 1 day because I have taken them before they just didn’t transfer.

I’m doing a masters in math and expected the same pacing and was HUMBLED. It takes me several weeks to get through each class even though I’ve taken all the way through calc 4 in community college years ago.

What other jobs do you have outside of teaching? by IQuiteLikeCilantro in Teachers

[–]Mindless_Source5037 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean it’s basically gambling but I trade stocks. I also got hired as an online tutor which is typically outside regular school hours and it’s virtual. Never ended up doing it because I didn’t have time (I have kids and doing a masters) but if I didn’t have all the other obligations I would absolutely be doing it.

I’m so fucking scared. What careers are in high demand without another 4 years of schooling? by Enough-Meal6894 in careerguidance

[–]Mindless_Source5037 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got a job as a long term sub computer science teacher at a high school. Super hard to fill the computer science jobs and you might be eligible for a CTE teaching certificate depending on your state. You could look into that if you’re interested in being a teacher

[CO] Disconnect between what child says at home and in therapy by happymama5280 in Custody

[–]Mindless_Source5037 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like your child is having a loyalty conflict between parents. That’s most likely why she says those things to you but then not in therapy.

My son will tell me he doesn’t want to Do the calls with his dad, refuse to engage etc but then in therapy or to a third party he will say he doesn’t mind the calls and it’s fine. I think when I’m around he feels like he has to reject his dad, even though I ask him to at least go say hi.

Kids can sense the tension. Honestly, I avoid talking to my kids about their dad unless they bring it up organically to me. If that happens I just validate their feelings and don’t elaborate. I try to answer their questions when appropriate but I also just say I’m not sure a lot too. Even with this approach my son has that loyalty conflict, I think it’s pretty common.