"An Apology from an Educator"
RE: #AcademicFreezeNOW

Hi, I'm a teacher facilitating online classes right now. I have to admit, I'm having a hard time. I loaned my new laptop since I don't have a functional one. I only use mobile data because I don't have a Home WiFi...

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My anxiety is rising because I'm not certain if I will be an effective educator during this time. For that, I apologize.

I'm doing my best to make our synchronous sessions fun and engaging because I know you're bored and stressed at home. I'm doing my best to minimize...

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... your asynchronous activities to avoid overload to protect your mental health. I apologize if sometimes I tend to assert myself because even though it is hard, I want you to learn the lessons I will be teaching.

I apologize if sometimes the discussion buffers and...

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... it makes you frustrated. I apologize if I keep on calling your attention because I don't want us to waste our precious timelines.

I apologize if I have tight deadlines, because I also have those in my side.

I'm doing my best to understand your struggles, I apologize...

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... if I fail to do so. I promise to do better next time. Just give me another chance. I'm also adjusting in this dire situation.

Despite of that, I still want us to have a good time learning. So let's keep on sharing good vibes with each other.

I apologize if sometimes...

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... I look grumpy in the video feed, maybe I was just deep in thought on how I can teach you effectively, remind me to smile every now and then.

I apologize if I fail to check on you and ask how are you before we start the class. I know you want establish a connection...

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... with the one teaching you. Remind me to allot time for a free conversation before we move forward and learn the lesson.

I apologize in behalf of my colleagues who are giving you a hard time, they're not aware of your heavy loads. I will try to remind them...

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I apologize for being unready, but I'm doing my best to give you a meaningful lesson and a fun class. (sorry for my corny jokes, I just thought it would loosen the tension, tell me to stop if you're not comfortable)

It's really hard, but remember that I'm here for you...

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...and my motivation to teach now is reliant to you. I'll do my best for you, and remind me from time to time that you are also with me in this trial.

I will give my utmost consideration as long as we are honest with each other about our struggles...

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But for now, I apologize for everything. I failed to address your immediate needs in this new normal education, but I promise you, it will get better. Let's keep our mutual trust with each other.

I apologize in behalf of those who were hurt by invalidation, everyone...

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... is just anxious and tired. Give them another chance to make it up.

I support you if you want to stop schooling for now, but for those who want to continue with this, I also guarantee you my support.

I apologize in advance if there will be misunderstandings...

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I just want to express the heavy load I carry right now being the mediator in this academic crisis.

Thank You for listening. Keep safe...
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