COIL 2024: Collaborating and Educating in English with Personalized Education & Social and Emotional Learning for Elementary Schools by Richard Powers

Meet Professor Richard Powers

richardpowers — 2024-11-03 17:16:27 UTC

Hi, Wonderful People! My name is Rich Powers, and I teach future teachers at Stuttgart University in Germany. I am happy to meet you and learn with you and Professor Gloria for this short project. Have a nice day!

Mentor Amelie

2024-11-04 11:07:17 UTC

Hi guys! My name is Amelie and I'm going to be the mentor for Group 5 :)) I am currently doing my Master's degree in teaching Ethics, Philosophy, & English. This semester I'm doing my practical semester at a school in Stuttgart and I'm already teaching from time to time, which I really enjoy. I am here to support you and will always have an open ear for you! <3

Banu: Your Mentor for Group 1!

2024-11-04 19:40:46 UTC

Hey everyone! 😊 My name is Banu! I'm studying Arts at the State Academy of Fine Arts in Stuttgart and English at the University of Stuttgart to become a teacher. It was so great seeing you all on Zoom! Looking forward to more time together and sharing ideas. See you soon! 🌟

Mentor Ann-Sophie

2024-11-05 09:44:36 UTC

Hi everyone! My name is Ann-Sophie, and I’m the mentor for Group 4. I’m currently in my 7th semester as a Bachelor’s student, studying to teach Math and History at the University of Stuttgart. I’m here to support you throughout your project, so feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I’m looking forward to meeting all of you!

Mar García Ara

2024-11-05 10:47:47 UTC

Hello! My name is Mar García and I'm studing Education at CEU San Pablo University. I'm really looking forward to work on this proyect and getting to know everyone involved in it! Can´t wait to get started!

ÁNGELES ZAMORA MORALES

2024-11-05 10:48:47 UTC

Hi! my name is Ángeles Zamora, I´m studying Primary Education in CEU University. I would really like to work with you and strengthen my English, see you next day !

Lara Blanco Garcia

2024-11-05 10:54:03 UTC

Helloooo. My name is Lara, I am from Ponferrada and I am in Madrid because I am studying to be a teacher. The university I am at is CEU, in which I am studying primary education since I really like children. Both teach them and learn from them. I really liked the call and what you wanted to convey.

Rocío Barrera Cuadrado.

2024-11-05 11:23:42 UTC

Hello, my name is Rocío. I really like children and that´s why I am studying Education in the University CEU San Pablo. I am looking forward to work with you.

cislamartinez — 2024-11-06 00:11:24 UTC

Hello, my name is Cristina. I am studying for a Primary Education Degree at San Pablo CEU University. I'm pursuing this career because I love working with children. Besides this, I sing, dance, act, and play the piano. I liked your call for applications, and I would love to work with you.

Chiara: Your mentor for Group 6!

chiara_z — 2024-11-06 07:28:55 UTC

Hi everyone! My name is Chiara and I’m the mentor of group 6:) I'm studying Mathematics and English on teaching degree. This is my second master semester and I hope to start teaching in about a year. Sadly, I couldn't attend the meeting on Monday but I am looking forward to getting to know you all throughout the semester and working with you. Whenever there is something on your mind, don't hesitate to rach out! See you soon!

Natalia Rodríguez

2024-11-06 07:42:06 UTC

Hi! Pleasure to meet all of you. I'm currently studying an educational degree for children's in kindergarten.

One of my passions is reading ,specially the fantasy ones due to it's potential to let your mind flow.

I also enjoy writing about all kind of topics, but I prefer doing in English rather than in Spanish because o the complexity that it involves.

Mayte Rubio Faúndez

2024-11-06 10:11:39 UTC

Hellooo, my name is Mayte. I was borned in Madrid and I have been living in Madrid my whole life. I’m studying to be a teacher because it is my dream since I was younger. I would really like to enjoy this activity so see you soon!

Carmen Yunta

2024-11-06 10:29:30 UTC

Hello is so nice to have met you all, I´m studying for a double degree in primary and early childhood education, I chose this career since I always liked being with kids and I feel that this is the right career for me.

I love animals, especially dogs, and I´m looking forward to work with you

Sister Carmen Antón Larrú

2024-11-06 11:37:08 UTC

Hi, everyone! My name is Sister Carmen, I'm part of the Company of the Saviour (a Religious Congregation) and I'm studying Humanities and Education at CEU University. I'm really looking foward to work with you all!

Inés Ortega Machado

2024-11-06 12:09:38 UTC

Hi guys! My name is Inés, and I'm from Talavera de la Reina, a small city near Toledo. I'm currently pursuing a degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education. I’m passionate about working with children and help them grow and develop in a positive environment. I’m excited to get started on this project with you!

Amira Lopez Nacimba

2024-11-06 13:52:48 UTC

Hi everyone! I´m Amira and I´m studying a degree in early childhood education at CEU San Pablo. I was born in Madrid, Spain, but most of my family is from Ecuador. I´m so happy to work on this project and improve my English and learn more about education!!!

2024-11-06 13:55:50 UTC

Hello there!

I am delighted to meet you all and to start this new project. It is a very good opportunity to meet new people and come into contact with new cultures. we'll see you soon!

2024-11-06 15:44:51 UTC

Hello, my name is Andrea. I am studying primary education, I love working with children and I want to be a positive influence in children's lives and contribute to their personal and academic development.

Bavi - Mentor for Group 1

2024-11-06 15:55:23 UTC

Hello everyone!☺️👋✨

My name is Bavi, and I’m studying Vocational Education and English at Stuttgart University in Germany. I love working with people and watching their progress in different areas. Currently, I’m also working as a freelance teacher, which I really enjoy. I’m excited to get to know all of you better.

Feel free to ask me anything! 👍❤️

Daniela Gavilanes

2024-11-06 16:32:45 UTC

Hello everyone! I’m Dani Gavilanes from Ecuador, I’m studying at CEU the double degree in Education, I learned German in school but I’m excited to practice more my English and work with everyone in this project. I love to read and embroider and my dream is to visit the Easter Islands and Mauritius 🤩

Lian Benedicte García

2024-11-06 16:47:30 UTC

Helloo! My name is Lian Benedicte I'm studying Education at CEU San Pablo University. And I chose this career because I like children and teaching them.

I'm looking forward to starting this project!

Group 3: Your mentor Hannah :)

2024-11-07 09:05:01 UTC

Buenaaas everyone!

I am happy to participate in this project and have the chance to meet new people from Spain! I have been living in Sevilla and Almería and love this amazing country! My name is Hannah, and I am currently pursuing my master's, studying physical education and English at the University of Stuttgart to become a teacher. Looking forward to meet y'all soon!

Ma. Fernanda Dona

mariafernandadonagutierrez — 2024-11-07 11:36:35 UTC

Hi! I´m a religious of the Company of the Savior, we are dedicated to the education of young women. I am studying together with one of my sisters from community, education and humanities in CEU university

Daniela García Moreno

2024-11-11 10:00:01 UTC

Hi. I'm Daniela, I live in Madrid and im currently studying a degree in early childhood education at CEU San Pablo. I´ve always loved working with children, wich is the main reason why I study this degree.

im really exited to work with you guys!!

Marta Franco Serrano

2024-11-11 10:00:42 UTC

Hi everyone!! I'm Marta and im studying Education at CEU San Pablo. I'm from Toledo, a city near to Madrid. I'm so happy and excited to make this wonderful project with my classmate. I can't wait to start this project! See you!

Anna Casadevall

2024-11-11 10:11:41 UTC

Hi! My name is Anna, I am from Barcelona and I am studying a double degree in early childhood and primary education. I chose this career because it has always been my vocation and I love children. I am excited to start this project and to be able to learn in a way different than usual.

Carmen Sampedro

2024-11-11 10:11:57 UTC

Hello my name is Carmen, I am from Castilla la Mancha and I am studying children's teaching because I know it is my vocation. Nice to meet you!

Alba López

2024-11-11 10:24:00 UTC

Hi, I'm Alba, I'm from Madrid and I'm studying at CEU, a double degree in pre-school and primary school. I chose this career because I've always had a vocation for being a teacher and working with children, and I also love them. Two years ago, in 2022, I got my degree as a leisure and free time monitor. I'm very excited to start this project.

María Hernández Heras

2024-11-11 10:27:47 UTC

Hello! My name is María and I am from Madrid. I studied pre-school and primary education at Ceu University. I have always loved children and I would love to be a teacher. See you soon!

Hello everyone,

2024-11-11 10:29:19 UTC

My name is Sebastian and I turn 20 on the 30th of November. I am currently studying Primary Education at San Pablo CEU university. I am from the Netherlands studying in Spanish, which is obviously a big step, but I am enjoying every single day at uni and learning a lot in class, seeing the points of view of education in Spain.

I enjoy European interculturalism, due to the many travels I do during my free time.

I speak Spanish, English, Dutch and German - and I am looking forward to get to know all of you. :)

2024-11-11 10:34:08 UTC

Hello, my name is Inés and I am 18 years old. Now im studying the double degree in Primary and Nursery education. I love kids and i love teaching them. I am soo exited to work with all of you !!! Thank you so much!!

Jimena Darling

2024-11-11 10:34:56 UTC

Hello everyone!

My name is Jimena Darling. I am half English half Spanish (in Madrid currently but I live in the South of Spain). I am also studying Education at CEU University. I studied a year of law at a different uni, and didn't enjoy it. As I have always loved kids and am very good with them, I decided to give education a go.

I am really looking forward to working with you!

Hello! My name is Eva, I am from Madrid and I am studying a double degree to be a preschool and primary education teacher. At first I wasn't planning on doing this career, but I've always had it in mind and now I'm very happy because I think I really have a calling.

2024-11-11 10:35:20 UTC

I am very excited to start the project.

Sergio Lorenzo

2024-11-11 10:35:41 UTC

Hello everyone, I'm Sergio Lorenzo,

I'm from the Canary Islands, La Palma. I am studying a degree in early childhood education, I chose this career because I really like teaching children to improve in life.

all the best

Paula Valdivieso

2024-11-11 10:36:09 UTC

Hello everyone! My name is Paula Valdivieso. I am from Madrid and I´m currently studying pre-school at San Pablo CEU university. I choose this career because I love kids :). Im really excited to work with you guys and learn more from your culture !! See you soon!!

Patricia Rama

2024-11-11 10:36:20 UTC

Hi! My name is Patricia, I'm from Toledo and I'm studying at CEU a double degree in pre-school and primary education. I've always wanted to dedicate myself to teaching and I hope to be a teacher in the future.

I'm excited to start this project and learn things from a different culture.

See you soon!

Jimena Plaza Rodríguez

2024-11-11 10:36:34 UTC

Hi ! My name is Jimena, I’m from Madrid and I’m studying a degree in early childhood. I’ve always knew that I wanted to be a teacher, as it’s always been my dream and love to be around them.

I’m so excited to start this new project and also get to practice our english at the same time!

Lucía Sánchez

2024-11-11 10:36:51 UTC

Hi, I'm Lucia. I'm a student of early childhood education, I study at the CEU University. I love children and I enjoy being with them. I've always had that clear. I'm excited about this new stage.

Lucía Gómez Hernández

2024-11-11 10:37:19 UTC

Hi everyone! I´m Lucía and I am studying a degree in early childhood education at CEU San Pablo which I am loving. I was born in Madrid, Spain. I´m so happy to make this incredible proyect to improve my english( that is a languaje that I love) and I can´t wait to start it. See you soon!

Erika López Afonso

2024-11-11 10:37:56 UTC

Hi! my name is Erika López and I am 20 years old. I am studying the degree of primary education. I am very pleased to work with you.

Paula Sedano Santamaría

2024-11-11 10:38:29 UTC

Good morning! My name is Paula Sedano, I am 18 years old and I am from Madrid. I am studying for a degree in Early Childhood Education, which has been my dream since I was little. I have been on two exchanges in Ireland for three months, which was a great experience.

Andrea Justo Barroso

2024-11-11 10:38:48 UTC

Hello, my name is Andrea, I am from Galicia, but I have come to Madrid to study Primary Education at the CEU San Pablo University. I am very excited to do this project and to improve my English.

Sofía Alba Hodge

sofiaalbahodge — 2024-11-11 10:39:02 UTC

Hi, my name is Sofía. I'm half Spanish and half from New Zealand, I'm fluent in both spanish and in english. I study a double degree in Primary education and Humanities. I chose this degree because my mother is a teacher and she is an inspiration to me and also, i chose Humanities because I've always loved the subjects of history, philosophy, literature...

Sara Urrutia

2024-11-11 10:39:05 UTC

Hello, I am Sara Urrutia and I am 18 years old. I am studying primary education at CEU San Pablo University.

I really want to start this project.

Rodrigo Ocaña Godino.

2024-11-11 10:40:00 UTC

Hello everyone, my name is Rodrigo Ocaña, I am 20 years old and I am from Madrid. I am currently studying education.

I like do describe myself as an open person who likes to work with other people, for that I am looking forward to working and sharing thoughts and experiences in this project!

Carla Pérez Coronado

2024-11-11 10:40:15 UTC

Hello! I am Carla, I am 18 years old and I am from Madrid, I am studying a degree in Primary Education at CEU University and my dream has always been to be a teacher and teach children, I really want to start this program and have your help, we see you soon!

Emma Fernández

2024-11-11 10:45:15 UTC

Hi, my name is Emma. I am studying a degree in education. I am from Madrid and I like the idea of being able to learn more about other cultures. I am passionate about the idea of this work and having the opportunity to work as this team.

María Nieto

2024-11-11 10:47:31 UTC

Hi!!!

My name is Maria, i am very excited to colaborate in this project. I' m studying primary education and I like to learn more about personal education and emocional learning!!

Meet Prof. Rich, Your Mentor

richardpowers — 2024-11-11 11:07:30 UTC

Hi, Group 8! I am very happy to meet you and be your mentor for the project.

My name is Rich Powers, and I am from the United States. I came to Germany in 1982, and have taught at Stuttgart University since 1991.

I look forward to your fun and important project and meeting you, and letting you know a little bit about Germany and the United States.

Have a great day!

Rich :-)

Paloma Guillén

2024-11-11 11:08:31 UTC

Hello, my name is Paloma, I am from Madrid and right now I am studying Primary Education at CEU San Pablo, I have always liked children and that is why I am studying this degree.

I am very excited to do this work with all of you.

Prof. Richard Powers, Your Mentor!

richardpowers — 2024-11-11 11:11:51 UTC

Hi, Group 8!

My name is Rich Powers, and I will be your mentor for our project.

I'm from the United States and moved to Germany in 1982. Since 1991, I have taught classes at the University of Stuttgart in American literature and education.

We have a terrific group, and I am sure our project will be good and you will have fun doing it as we learn about positive education in schools.

Have a great day, and send me any questions you have whenever you have any: richard.powers@ilw.uni-stuttgart.de

Rich :-)

2024-11-11 16:47:05 UTC

Hi everyone. My name is Gloria Gallego as you well know, at least my students. I love helping other people and especially speaking with my students.

I am sure that you will enjoy this COIL's project. Kind regards to everyone!

Mentor for Group 7 here!

2024-11-12 14:08:28 UTC

Nice to meet y'all! I'm Tamara but please call my Tammy:) I'm currently doing my Master of Education in German and English Language at the University of Stuttgart. Well, technically I'm studying at Kyoto University in Japan right now as a semester abroad:) I'm always gaining new teaching experiences at some kind of school, internship, volunteering or tutoring programm, so if you have questions: Don't hesitate to ask! I'm really looking forward to meet you all <3

Sofía

2024-11-13 08:50:13 UTC

Hi, I'm Sofia Martin. I'm studying early childhood education and I've just completed my advanced degree.

My passions are reading, watching all kinds of series, fantasy, dystopias...

And I also like ancient art like Greece and Rome, the posters of Alfons Mucha...

Laura Ramos

2024-11-13 09:21:14 UTC

Hello! My name is Laura , I’m from the Canary Islands and I came to Madrid to study , I’m 19 years old and I’m studying the degree of preschool. I love kids. And when I’m older I want to be a teacher !!

Laila Odh Fadal

2024-11-13 09:31:37 UTC

Hello mi name is Laila, I am 18 years old i am from Madrid. I am studying the degree of primary education and i love kids and teaching them. I am so excited to work with all of you!!!

David Sánchez

2024-11-13 09:34:51 UTC

Sergio Diéguez de Juan

2024-11-13 09:35:47 UTC

Hi! My name is Sergio and I'm 21. I'm from Barajas, Madrid and I'm Studying Education for Primary level. I love to play football and spend time whith my family and my girlfriend. I'm looking forward to start working with you!

Thank you!

Jimena Plaza Rodríguez

2024-11-13 09:36:57 UTC

Hi! My name is Jimena, I'm from Madrid and I'm studying a degree in early childhood. I've always knew that I wanted to be a teacher, as it's always been my dream and love to be around them.

I'm so excited to start this new project and also get to practice our english at the same time!

Paula Sedano

2024-11-13 09:37:46 UTC

Marta García de Vinuesa

2024-11-13 17:10:50 UTC

Hello! My name is Marta. I’m studying childhood education at CEU San Pablo University in Madrid. I love children and my dream is to contribute to their personal and academic development from an early age.

I’m really looking forward to exchanging ideas and working together in this project while also having fun in the process! 😊

2024-12-11 22:53:10 UTC

Working on the collaborative reading project with my classmates has been a truly enriching experience. Through this activity, I’ve learned that reading together as a group goes far beyond simply understanding a text. It has taught me the importance of sharing ideas, listening to different perspectives, and building on each other's insights. I discovered that everyone interprets texts differently, and discussing these interpretations helped me see details and meanings I wouldn’t have noticed on my own.

Moreover, this project improved my communication and teamwork skills. Collaborating with my peers required us to divide tasks, express our thoughts clearly, and respect each other's opinions.

In conclusion, collaborative reading is an essential practice in the classroom because it not only improves the understanding of the texts but also fosters a sense of community and cooperation. It helps develop critical thinking, empathy, and the ability to work as a team, skills that are valuable not just in academics, but in life. I believe activities like this encourage us to become better teachers.