Education is a field in which reflective practice is not only
imperative for teacher and student success, but also for
maintaining the desire to remain in the profession. During times of
uncertainty, particularly as we faced the dual pandemics of social
injustice and COVID-19 over the past year, we have felt demoralized
and powerless. We know that we are not alone, as research indicates
burnout, particularly among educators, is well-documented and
increasing as a result of the continued heavy workload and added
individual and societal stressors of the past year. During this
turmoil, we have found solace, comfort, and connection in
reflecting on our educational paths and sharing our stories with
each other, friends, and colleagues. These reflective experiences,
both individual and shared, have been powerful, rekindling our
passion and desire to teach and thinking about ways we can support
our students in and beyond the current climate of social unrest and
a global pandemic. We believe that reading reflections of others'
experiences will remind readers that they are not alone in their
work, provide opportunities for them to find connections with
fellow educators, and encourage them to engage in reflective
practices of their own. The book is a timely collection of stories
from various groups of people, such as those who identify as
mothers, fathers, people of color, LGBTQIA scholars,
first-generation college students, retired educators, those new to
academia, and those with established academic careers, in an
attempt to create a book where scholars can see themselves
reflected in the stories of others, re-igniting the passion that
led them to academia. This book is ideal for higher education
faculty, those seeking to enter academia, educators who have left
the classroom for administrative roles such as principals,
assistant principals, instructional coaches, and district leaders,
those considering a career in academia, and those in graduate
degree programs.
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