The Efficacy of Creative Instructional Tactics, Strategies, and Graphics Organizers in Teaching and Learning Mathematics in Grades Four - Seven Learning Pods

Abstract

So far, my life as an educator has provided me with a variety of challenges and skills. My professional journey has shaped me as an educator and has shaped my views on teaching, administration, and on education as a whole. In May of 2003, I began my career as a 23 year old teacher-on-call (TOC), freshly graduated from the two year Professional Development Program (PDP) degree program at the University of British Columbia. I recall my beginning substitute teaching days in North Vancouver School District as a smorgasbord of opportunities.