In teaching, a wobble is any moment that shakes your expectations — it could feel challenging or exciting.
It might be:
Wobbles can be negative (a disruption, conflict, or misstep) or positive (a breakthrough, a spark of student engagement, a new door opening).
What they all have in common: they make you pause, think, and adjust. That's where the growth happens.
Dialogical Self Theory says we all have many different "voices" or perspectives within ourselves — like characters in an ongoing inner conversation.
These voices can be shaped by:
Sometimes these voices agree; sometimes they pull in different directions. During a wobble, certain voices might get louder — like I-as-Confident Problem Solver, I-as-Inspired Innovator, or I-as-Unsure Beginner.
By noticing these voices and how they interact, you can see the bigger picture of your professional self and make more intentional choices.
When you share a wobble scenario with the Wobble-a-Day chatbot, here's what happens:
The chatbot listens for the core moment in your story — whether it's a challenge, a success, or a mix.
It uses DST to recognize possible "I-positions" — the different voices shaping your perspective.
Instead of telling you what to do, the chatbot offers multiple angles and questions so you can explore the wobble from different viewpoints.
You leave with several possible ways forward, so you can choose the one that fits your values, your students, and your context.
Teaching is complex work. Wobbles aren't a sign you're failing — they're a sign you're engaging deeply with your students, your craft, and yourself.
By reflecting on both positive and negative wobbles through multiple perspectives, you:
Celebrate what works and understand why it works
Transform difficult moments into growth opportunities
Build resilience and confidence in your teaching choices
The Wobble-a-Day approach blends reflection, identity, and choice — helping you turn any disruption or surprise into lasting professional growth.