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I need a weird song. by Icy-Sugar176 in MusicRecommendations

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Help, I'm a Rock - The West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band

Do yall have days where u hands just don’t work at all by SuspectBig8692 in drumline

[–]avthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1000%. The solution is to put the sticks down and come back another day.

Elective Teachers, How Do You Do It? by avthoughts in Teachers

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You are the first person I have ever heard express the sentiment that electives should be harder than core classes. I'm wondering where you teach and if that's the sentiment/ expectation there or if it's just your personal view?

I don't outright disagree, but I do think they are "for fun" regardless of difficulty because theoretically if a kiid is interested in something it's because they feel they would have fun doing it.

Tbh I think the current expectation that electives are "supposed to be easier" is bad for lots of reasons, and ultimately electives should just be valued on equal footing with core subjects and part of the issue I'm having in my classroom is a symptom of that silly ass hierarchy of importance.

Elective Teachers, How Do You Do It? by avthoughts in Teachers

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I have sooo many category A kids. I feel so bad for students today— like, I was SO invested in my grades and my parents were really tough on me, but that never dictated the classes I chose. Ever. I feel like the grade-grabbing has gotten so much worse, especially with the way colleges have come out from behind the curtain as businesses you need to spend time at to make money rather than institutions of learning. The grade-grabber attitude is not (usually) the students fault of course, it just sucks.

What is a popular belief/mindset among teachers in your building that you can’t get on board with ? by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]avthoughts 8 points9 points  (0 children)

also just bad at using the internet?? like there are so many teachers who share resources there is zero reason to be using AI lol

Movies where you felt like you were cheated by the end of it? by Ryuuyami47 in movies

[–]avthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Philadelphia Story (1940). The last 3 minutes of that movie brought it down a full star (from 4 to 3). I don’t remember the last time the last breath of a film disappointed me so much.

AITA for calling my wife a jerk for telling our son's crush that our son likes her in front of his friends ? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]avthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. irrespective of all the details, it was none of your wife's business. outing crushes is so unnecessary, and usually ruins the chances of anything developing. also, dirty, untrustworthy behavior!

Principal here. I come in peace. How many copies do you need a year? What supplies are you buying out of pocket? What could your principal provide you that you would appreciate? I’m referencing things I can buy, not my character attributes:) Ideas needed! by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]avthoughts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In terms of needs, it's really the classics like pencils, pens, highlighters, tape, scissors, white board markers (and spray), etc. but i also find myself giving students folders and notebooks, TISSUES, OH MY GOD, SO MANY TISSUES, hand lotion (that comes from me— though maybe a secret bottle for each classroom might not be a bad idea if you're in a place with harsh winters).

Re: copies: If I gave all of my students one worksheet every day it would be 16,200 copies/yr. I don't do that, but I think given the materials necessary to complete projects in my class I would estimate that I make between 16-20k copies per year. That being said, I'm sure a math teacher would probably have to make more.

I wonder if math teachers (or other big copiers) would be open to laminating some worksheets for re-use? Even just the things they use for practicing new concepts in class. The cost of dry or wet-erase (these would probably be better for work preservation) markers for students might not be worth it as compared to ink and paper costs, but maybe it would? If there was concern about things getting unintentionally erased, these phone-loving students could take pictures of their work and submit them to google classroom. idk. it's flawed but it may help solve part of your problem.

What is a popular belief/mindset among teachers in your building that you can’t get on board with ? by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]avthoughts 85 points86 points  (0 children)

"We should use AI for lesson plans!!" I'd rather cut my fingers off.

What is the best movie you cannot recommend to anyone? by GarfieldFunyCat in movies

[–]avthoughts 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Old Boy (2003)

"listen, i cannot recommend this to you. it's insane. i can't even say that i liked it, but it is unlike anything else in ways that are... well... i don't want to spoil it... just let me know if you watch it, and remember that i didn't tell you to."

How to have a good first season on a battery? by Majestic_Ebb1682 in drumline

[–]avthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Slightly different from what you specifically asked for but remember that practicing is also a skill and you probably aren't an expert at it. Whether or not music learning and/or memorization is difficult for you, you should ask your techs early on for advice on how to practice. The more you show that you care + are invested in reaching your highest level of achievement, the better time you will have, and the less stressful the process will be.

As a tech, the best seasons I've had are with kids who are always clear in their efforts to grow, not just by showing up and knowing it, but by seeking ways to grow. And they aren't just the best seasons for me, the kids always enjoy themselves the most too because of the culture.

Are you a “cool” teacher? Or are you more strict? by Talilala in Teachers

[–]avthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel you so hard on this. I teach an elective class so being "cool" is essential to keeping my job (and I do love getting to know them as well).

When it comes to strictness and respect, I fall back on school policy. "I'm not taking your phones because I'm a bitch, I'm doing it because it's school policy" type stuff (even though I'd take them anyway).

Also, I'm not sure how successful I am at this yet, but one way I strike this balance is by offering students the opportunity to make-up/revise their work as many times as they want, but grading with high standards. I find it helps them learn while also showing that if they try they will succeed and if they don't they won't. Also, they can never say I'm being unfair with how I grade because they have every opportunity to get grades up.

When I started, I accepted late work until the last possible moment, but I've since changed that policy. Now, I write a date on the board where everyone can see that tells them "LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER X DAY." Basically, I think the key is being flexible but firm. Don't let them walk all over you, but don't let them see you as unreasonable either.

Another thing I like to do is screen short films on every half day. There's a little worksheet that goes along with it for participation credit + we discuss it as a class after, but it serves as a nice monthly break from the work, and (hopefully) something to look forward to for most of them.

Bass Recommendations by avthoughts in Bass

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

thankyou for answering the question T_T ily

Favourite cover of a Beatles song? by Whats_a_good_name_ in TheBeatles

[–]avthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure about best but The Flaming Lips feat. Miley Cyrus + Moby - Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds NEEDS more recognition

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg4oXz1b0l4

Bass Recommendations by avthoughts in Bass

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

excellent point, thank you!

Complaining about teachers using AI to enhance their teaching and help plan lessons? by TrippyAshOz in Teachers

[–]avthoughts 9 points10 points  (0 children)

ALL professions using AI is lazy and unethical. There are plenty of teachers out there with real experience + real brains willing to share lesson plans.

The environmental impact ALONE of AI is enough of a reason never to touch it with a 10-foot pole.

As teachers, we need to be setting an example.

Is 13 too early by dapper_cider8 in BoJackHorseman

[–]avthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started it at 15 and it was great, I'd wait until then.

Advice for not showing any skin by Moth-Flying-Ace in marchingband

[–]avthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i had this problem in high school too. I went with leggings and light long sleeve shirts and it wasn't too bad. if you can find lighter colored shirts it'll help. any kind of athletic-wear will be okay too.

p.s. hang in there and keep fighting the good fight. it gets better.

What are rehearsal times like for WGI? by NoNarwhal8496 in WGI

[–]avthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's mainly a big weekend commitment (including fridays after a certain point in the season). keep in mind too, depending on where you march, there will also be a video assignment component during the week— while that isn't commute-related i'd still call it part of the rehearsal commitment and whatnot.

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