Tricky Moments
The Tricky Moments which follow represent fictional teaching situations inspired by actual experiences of teachers and students. They invite us to become consciously aware of our personal situations of teaching and learning and to critically reflect upon them.
At a glance
Overview of all Tricky Moments. By refreshing this page, the order of appearance changes.
Is my being like this relevant?
Discover the Tricky MomentPlan B
Discover the Tricky MomentIs it okay to be defined by my body?
Discover the Tricky MomentHaydn was anything but gay!
Discover the Tricky MomentPretty Eyes
Discover the Tricky MomentI want you to crawl on the floor like an animal!
Discover the Tricky MomentCareful!
Discover the Tricky MomentWhat is a Tricky Moment?
Here is a short summary of how we understand the concept in this webtool.
Tricky moments point towards sensitive situations in teaching practice.
Tricky moments render apparent fuzzy contexts and structural inequalities.
Tricky moments reveal the various positions present in specific situations and suggest possible courses of action for individuals.
Following a description of the situation which reproduces the possible incident, the events are contextualized and different perspectives are rendered visible. In doing so, individual positions and their interconnectedness become apparent as well as the structures they are embedded in. By offering various Ideas to Act on, teachers and students alike are supported, sensitized and strengthened.
Sensitive moments can arise throughout all situations of teaching and learning.