In class, we were asked to work with our base group to create a metaphor for our group. We landed on the fact that everyone in our group has taken on personality traits of the characters in Winnie the Pooh. While at first look, this may appear to be just a silly analogy (especially given the amount of giggling coming from our group), but I think it was actually an important analysis of how we work together as a group. For example, Kellie is new to technology education. She often feels that her lack of experience is a detriment to her, but her energy and excitement often get the rest of us going. Steve may appear at times to be a bit of a curmudgeon, but he brings up excellent counterpoints that make us question whether we are doing things for the right reasons. For my part, I am Pooh. I am the dreamer. I wonder about the possibilities and perhaps I'm not smart enough to realize that they aren't possible so I just keep plugging away until they happen.
As we talk about building communities, I think it is really important to think about how everyone in your community plays an important part. If we all thought the same way or had the same personality, we would never think of all the questions that need to be asked or try the things that only some of us think are possible. It is important to help our students see how everyone has an important role. It can often help them work through difficult conflicts if they understand that the conflict can lead them to learn or try something new.
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