On+Becoming+A+CR+Teacher

A very abstract article. I need a metaphor to really process it's main thrust. It appears to be about allowing everything I do as an educator -- from pedagogy to procedures -- to be questioned. It uses words like: assumptions, power, 'four lenses' and hegemony. "To become critically reflective, we need to find some lenses that reflect back to us a stark and differently highlighted picture of who we are and what we do... Sooner or later... something happens that forces teachers to confront the possibility that they may be working with assumptions that don't really fit their situations." (pp 28 & 29) The Four Lenses are: I would say that I am always reflecting on what I do (#1). I suppose I am always mindful of my own experience as a student in elementary school -- of the times when I found school to be relevant and rewarding and the times when I was totally disconnected to the curriculum. This motivates me to ensure that my students are connecting to the material. This makes me intentionally seek out feedback from my students (#2). I work closely with colleagues on various initiatives and committees so this helps me (#3). Anytime I have read the Theoretical Literature I get inspired by what's possible but, invariably I only get a cursory reading in before I have to move on... (#4). I am most interested in the issues of:
 * 1) My Autobiography as a Learner and Teacher
 * 2) The eyes of my students
 * 3) The experiences of my colleagues
 * 4) Theoretical Literature
 * Connectivity
 * Democracy in the classroom
 * Finding my voice