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I think Anne's last question is really interesting to discuss. I have seen from my experiences this year that a classroom requires structure and consistency to run efficiently. If things are always the same though then our students shut off. The balance between the two concepts is interesting. On one hand, students need to know what to expect from a teacher as well as what the teacher can expect from them. On the other, education should be interesting and engaging so it is important to find a balance between classroom routines and an investment in the learning process. I think it is possible to be consistent in the classroom without causing our students to shut down. It's very important, however, to keep this point in my mind so we remember to consider what we are doing in the classroom and how it might affect the way our students perceive us.