Miss Mika (English)

  Does the “aggressive” Woman of Colour trope lead to a generation of toothless lionesses? Women of colour have to navigate the western world with careful footing. Sidelined and stereotyped within the media and underrepresented at leadership tables, conducting herself in offices, classrooms and meetings is a difficult, political affair. Managing standing up for herself, being heard, demanding a seat at the table all the while not being deemed too aggressive, requires strategizing but at what cost? Surely this lack of freedom to express herself honestly and fully has detrimental effects on her confidence, self worth and identity as a whole?  Blog post for Diverse Ed

  4 outdated teaching trends we need to ditch  - tes article There are so many aspects of teaching that are time- and labour-intensive: it comes with the job. And when we’re told that these aspects are “good practice” that will lead to progress, it seems reasonable to invest hours and effort into them, no matter what. 

  An article for Teach Secondary on the benefits and pitfalls of collaborative resources and how we can best use them. Pre-made teaching resources and lesson activities – A shared blessing or collective curse?