Pedagogy in Practice
Moving beyond theory into real teaching. It is where you discover what works for you!
Real learners, in real classrooms - building confidence & developing your teaching style.
Making purposeful choices that feel authentic and effective.
Origin of the Word Pedagogy
The word pedagogy comes from ancient Greek:
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Paidagōgos (παιδαγωγός)
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Paida = child
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Agōgos = leader or guide
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Originally, a paidagōgos was a slave or servant in ancient Greece whose job was to escort children to school and supervise their education. Over time, the term evolved to mean someone who guides children’s learning — not just physically, but intellectually and morally.
Peda-what?
How do we pronounce this word?
Peda-Godge-G
Peda - referring to the child (from Greek paida)
GODGE - Grounded, Observant, Dynamic, Growing Educator
G – Grounded: You teach from a place of purpose & clarity.
O – Observant: You notice what matters — behaviour, learning, feelings.
D – Dynamic: You are adaptable, creative, & engaged.
G – Growing: You are always learning, reflecting, & evolving.
E – Educator: You are a mentor, a coach, a facilitator & difference-maker.
G - Guide: A nod to the original Greek meaning, to lead and guide children in their learning journey
Pedagogy is personal
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It’s not a one-size-fits-all formula.
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It grows with time.
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It reflects your voice, your story, your values.
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It’s an evolving toolkit that becomes more powerful each time you reflect, go back to the drawing board & try something new.
Teaching Mileage:
The Journey That Builds Your Pedagogy
Over time, this mileage becomes your pedagogy. It is not just what you know, but how you teach, why you teach, and who you become in the process.
Arts integration, especially through drama, visual arts, and singing, has added rich depth to my teaching mileage. It has been through play, storytelling, creativity, and musical voices, that I have learned to reach learners...not just academically, but emotionally and socially too. These expressive tools have helped me connect more deeply, teach more meaningfully, and adapt more intentionally.
Teaching mileage is not just about experience, it is about reflection, risk-taking, and the courage to try again. It is what turns theory into wisdom.
Every lesson taught, every strategy tested, and every learner interaction adds to your teaching mileage. This lived experience that shapes your instincts, your insights, and your ‘why’.
