I'm intrigued

I'm intrigued by young teachers new to the profession. They bring a new energy and fresh ideas. They seem to be comfortable with trying new ideas, even if they appear to be a bit risky. I say this having just recently saying farewell to a new teacher filling in for one of my colleagues at school. He contributed and offered some interesting suggestions for activities. Last year there was another teacher filling in for another colleague in the department.  He too, helped me to understand new technology and to embrace these exciting possibilities. This is nothing new. Young teachers are current and excited about education. They have new skills and are quick to apply these new ideas in an efficient manner. In addition, young teachers connect with students much faster than I can, as i am teaching in my 31st year. These young teschers speak the language and understand the students and their nuances in speech and body language. They know all the new phrases and how to use them. This year I am working with a York University student, a student teacher. He too is getting along so well with the students and the students look forward to his visits which occur once a week. Again, he uses the technology efficiently and is up to date with the forward ideas to be tapped into for today's teaching. He is studying the new methods and is aware about how to relate to students living today. I am intrigued and curious because I get exposed to new ways of teaching and relating to students, and get inspired about exploring new technology.