Wondering how I became Wonder Teacher Ellen?

In March 2023, Brian Housand and Andi McNair asked if I would be one of the featured teachers for the Great Teacher Alliance (GTA).  The only thing is I would need a theme for that episode.  I jokingly said, "I want to be Wonder Woman." Brian not jokingly thought it was a great idea. 

Here I was thinking I could have my own invisible jet and a golden lasso.  Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman was a rich part of my childhood...so why not?  Okay, so maybe that part didn't work out, but I did buy a Wonder Woman t-shirt to wear that day!

In preparing for the episode, I identified many ways I used wonder throughout my teaching.  I'll share lots of those techniques in the blog in the weeks to come.  I have also deepened my exploration into wonder, reading countless books and journal articles.  I've investigated philosophical, psychological and educational perspectives.  I certainly don't have all the answers about wonder, but I sure will keep wondering about wonder and looking for practices that spark my students to continue to learn!  I am excited to share my journey with you.     

Check out these links:
Great Teacher Alliance - https://www.brianhousand.com/gta
Brian Housand - https://www.brianhousand.com/
Andi McNair - https://www.andimcnair.com/ 

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