The Noodle Works the Brain

This was an activity that was given to us for homework using an object to relate it to ourselves and our teachings. My object was hard colorful noodles, some were broken and different shapes. It actually became alot easier after the practice exercise we did in class. We did the same activity with a different object in class and my object was stick notes. I related my noodles to my teachings as my family being broken but we still have a stronger bond than most families that are still together. I relate this to my teachings because it makes me want to become close with my students as well to make sure they learn all there is to know (or at least as much as I can teach them.) I also relate the noodles to being round which reminds me of sports which is a hereditary aspect in my family. I think being active may help the kids because it keeps them focused and moving and thinking, instead of reading and trying to remember material. Though I still have much more creativeness to open up to I feel this activity was a very good starter. It helps you to think what can really be made out of the simpliest object and the reasoning behind each.
I believe these activities will help me become more prepared with a wider education of what Berea's philosophy is about. Helping me to become more creative, which helps the students become more interested in the subjects that are being taught. I enjoy being taught how to teach in a different learning environment than what I was brought up in.