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Jorinde's work combines: Writing, Education, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Augustinianum
Bachelor's Degree
English Language and Literature, General
Moller Instituut
Graduate Degree
English Language and Literature, General
University of Nijmegen
Doctorate
English Language and Literature, General
Union Institute & University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an English Language & Literature Teachers, Postsecondary:
Bachelor's Degree: English Language and Literature, General
Graduate Degree: English Language and Literature, General
Doctorate: English Language and Literature, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
I was labeled as "dumb" in Middle School, but my parents believed in me regardless.
2.
Then, I became a super-nerd and developed my own method of learning, which caused me to graduate....
3.
...from High School with the highest grade point average, and gave me confidence to go to college.
4.
It was hard, but I studied for my Master's while tutoring others and subbing for teachers.
5.
I moved from Holland to the USA, where my degree was virtually useless, so I got my Ph.D.
6.
I discovered I am Learning Disabled and Dyslexic, which actually helps me be a better teacher!
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Teachers:
You are too dumb to finish Middle and High School. You should go to an easier school. You cannot do this.
How I responded:
Although it was great that my parents believed in me, the only thing that is really important is that you believe in yourself; I knew that I was not dumb and that I had in fact a tremendous yearning always to learn more and to pass it on. From the time I was young, I have always strongly believed that life is what you make it. YOU have the power!!!
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
It was the hardest and the best things I have ever done - I was poor, knew nothing about the culture, and felt lonely, but by working hard and looking for the good in my new culture and new friends, I learned tremendous life lessons. Assimilate!
Before coming to the USA, I had no idea that there was a name for my troubles in school. I discourage anyone who is dyslexic and/or learning disabled to use it as an excuse; in fact, you should use it as a TOOL and work twice as hard as others.