Teaching Practice (PHASE II) Update - Week 4

Week Report

Day 16- 25/07/2022, Monday

It was the sixteenth day of the second phase teaching practice. The school began its function by 9.30 am with the school assembly. Today , as the new week begins the school also changed the timetable with. slight variations in the periods. I was free during the morning session I had only the alloted period during the fourth period. I prepared new chapter for today's class.  

During the fourth period, I asked the students about Gandhiji. Most of the students responded with many amazing facts. I introduced the chapter "Tolstoy Farm" by Mahatma Gandhi. The eagerness of the students to learn more about Gandhi is reflected in their inquisitiveness of the children. I managed the class with regard to time and discipline. I also made few students to feedback about  my  class. They shared a positive feedback and the day was a good one for me. 

Day 17- 26/07/2022, Tuesday

Today was the seventeenth day of the second phase teaching practice. As usual, the school started it's functioning alongwith the prayer song and the assembly.I was well prepared for my today's class on the second period. At first, I made one of the student to summarize the portions taught yesterday. I asked few questions to once again bring into attention to the main points. After that, I took the desired portion. I summarized it and discussed the questions given in the textbook. I tried to bring the attention of the students to the curriculum of Gandhiji's perspective. Students active very throughout the class and properly maintained discipline in the class. I managed time and randomly checked a few notebooks and assignments of the students.  I gave them tips to improve handwriting, speaking skills, writing skills, etc. I  gave them an assignment and asked to submit it tomorrow.

Day 18- 27/07/2022, Wednesday

It was the eighteenth day of the teaching practice phase two. The school assemble and the prayer song begin at sharp 9.30 am. After that, the classes began at 9.45 am. As the  morning session was free for me, I prepared for my class in the afternoon.  After the lunch break and during the fifth period, I took class for IX A. Few students volunteered to say the summary. Then I continued with the lesson by incorporating equal participation from the children. I was able to manage. and maintain discipline in the class. Jiby Sir observed my class and gave me feedbacks as well. The students enthusiastically submitted their assignments. appreciated them for doing their task within the alloted time. I tried to bring into attention their weak points whether its pronunciation, neatness, etc to improve themselves.

Day 19- 28/07/2022, Thursday

Today was the nineteenth day of the final phase of teaching practice. I reached the school by 9.20 am and the prayer song and the assembly began at 9.30 am. I was well prepared and clearly planned to excute today's class effectively. I had class for IP A on the fourth period as per the timetable. I started the class with asking few questions to the students. The questions were readily answered by the students quickly. I gave a summary about the portions already taught. The students actively listened to the explanations. I collected the assignments and notebooks of the students. Students listened to the summary given at the end. The students were active in the participation of all the tasks given with proper discipline. I am happy that I can finish the chapter in the desired time. 

Day 20- 29/07/2022, Friday 

Today was the twentieth day of the final phase of teaching practice. As the normal day, the functioning of the school began with the prayer song the school assembly. At 9.45 am, an class by the Fire and Rescue force awareness was gave arranged for the high school at 9.45 am, an class by the Fire and Rescue force awareness was gave arranged for the high school students. After that I took class for 9 A during the third period.

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Day 11 - 18 July 2022, Monday

Today was the eleventh day of the second phase teaching practice. As the usual timings of the school, the assembly started at 9.30 am with the prayer song. The atmosphere of the school was lively with the full strength. the fourth of students are back after the long COVID pandemic situation. I had class for IX A during submitted their assignments without asking. They After the submission of assignment and all, I continued to give brushing up a summary of the portions taught earlier. After their memory, I covered half of the lesson of "Maternity". The questions given book at the back of the text quickly answered by the student which shows their clear comprehension. I asked the students to submit their notebooks by tomorrow. All the students actively participated in each activities given to them. Each day the students seemed interested in my class. It was a good day.

Day 12 - 19 July 2022, Tuesday

It was the twelveth day of the second phase teaching practice. I reached the school by 9.20 am. I was asked to attend IX A in the morning as the class teacher had an urgent meeting with the the Headmaster. I allowed the students to do their pending works. 

I took class for IX A during the second period. I asked them some questions to check their understanding and all students answered the questions easily. After that, I continued with the rest of the chapter. I followed the steps in the lesson template alongwith incorporation the of ICT facilities to cater all kinds of learners. Each day the students actively give their positive feedbacks regarding my class. I also appreciated the students for actively doing the assignments. It was a nice day.

Day 13 - 20 July 2022, Wednesday

On the thirteenth day, I reached the school by 9.25 am. After the prayer song and assembly, the school. started its functioning at 9.45 am. The morning session was. free for my me so I wrote the record and also prepared class in the afternoon session.

I planned and prepared to conclude the chapter titled "Maternity". I made a few students to gave the summary of the portions taught already in the previous class. This helped the entire class to brush up the story once to know more about it. I also made the students to guess the climax of the story and students conveyed many ideas lesson once and guess creative regarding the climax. After that, I continued the activities and wrap it given up by discussing the questions and in the textbook. I am glad that I was able to finish yet another chapter precisely and clearly.

Day 14- 21 July 2022, Thursday

Today was the fourteenth day of the teaching practice, second phase. I was well prepared with the poem "Song of a Dream" by Sarojini Naidu. The students were eager to study the new poem. I had class for IT A during the fourth period which last for forty minutes. I started the class by checking their previous assignment.

Most of them presented thely assignments very creatively." Some of the students made they assignment vibrant by posting pictures too. The students maintained proper participation, discipline and cohesion. I was able to handle them. and maintained" proper the stanza taught and time for each task. I summarized and gave them an assignment.

Today, the Moon Day was celebrated by Science club at 1.15 pm in the science laboratory. Social Science "Club also conducted poster exhibition related to Moon Day. I took part in both the activities and it quiet enjoyed it.

Day 15- 22 July 2022, Friday

Today was the fifteenth day of the second phase of the teaching practice. As usual, I reached the school by 9.20 am. The school assembly started at 9.30 am with the prayer song. After the assembly, I prepared for class at third period as I wanted to conclude the poem. 1 book class for IX A during the third period. Dr. Alie Molly Verghis, faculty from the college came for the observation of the class, I made the students summarize the first stanza of the poem taught yesterday to have continuity. The students conveyed the message clearly about the first stanza. With the help of ICT technology, I taught the students the! next stanza of the poem. The students actively participated in the activity alloted to them. They also answered the questions given at the back of the textbook. The poetic devices were well explained to them. I am glad that I was able to teach the lesson well and overall the day. good for me.

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Day 6 - 11 July 2022, Monday 

At 9.30am, the school assembly started alongwith the prayer song and the school anthem. I had class on fourth period for Class 9 A. I continued the lesson titled Learning the Game which is an extract from Sachin's autobiography Playing it My Way. Dr. Velayudhan Nair T., the faculty of Education observed the class for evaluation. I showed a video presentation to the students in order to rewind the portions already learnt. The students were active throughout the class and equally excited to know more about the legend, Sachin Tendulkar. After the class, I wrote a lesson plan on my record. The classes ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem. The day was a memorable and novel experience for me as a whole.

Day 7 - 12 July 2022, Tuesday 

The seventh day began with prayer and general assembly. The classes began at sharp 9.45am. I had class on the second period for 9 A. I took the poem titled Bang the Drum. The students were seen excited as on the other day to study the new poem about Olympics. I too was equally excited to teach them the lesson. I also had substitution for Class 9 A. I made them to do the activities given in the textbook. I also began a part of Social Science Quiz conducted on the same day. The classes ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem.

Day 8 - 13 July 2022, Wednesday 

On the eighth day, the working of the school began with prayer and general assembly. I got enough time to prepare well for my class as I was free during the morning session. I had class on the fifth period for 9 A. I continued the poem titled Bang the Drum. I also asked some questions regarding the lesson in order to check their comprehension. The students were enthusiastic to know about Olympics and it's inauguration ceremony. The class went well for me. The school ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem.

Day 9 - 14 July 2022, Thursday

The nineth day also began with prayer and general assembly.  I got a substitution period for Class 9 E. I made them read the English textbook to engage them. I had class on the fourth period for 9 A. I started to teach the lesson Maternity. The students seemed enthusiastic as they get to know more about the life of refugees. After the National Anthem, the nineth day ends as usual.

Day 10 - 15 July 2022, Friday 

On the fifteenth day, the school timing had slight variation as there was a scripture class conducted for the students. The school got  started at 9.30am than the usual timing. I had class for 9 A on the third period. The lesson, Maternity, was continued on that class. 

After lunch break, I got substitution for Class 9 F as per the guidelines of the concerned person. I made them read the English textbook by all the students. The eighth period was used to engage students with cultural activities. The students were encouraged to display their skils of singing, dancing, mimicry, etc. during the last period. The day ended with National Anthem.

Overall the second week starting from 11 July, 2022 to 15 July, 2022 was highly satisfactory as I was able to experience many events, teaching and also classroom management. The students' enthusiasm fueled me with more energy for the coming weeks. I was eager to meet my students everyday to spend fruitful time with them. A whole week' s experience was memorable and exciting for me. 

Teaching Practice (PHASE II) Update - Week 1

Teaching and Practice 

W.B. Yeats defined teaching as “Education is not the filling of a pot but the lighting of a fire." 

Teaching practice is a key component of the undergraduate teacher training programme. It is during this period that the student teacher gets to translate the skills and theory learnt into reality through actual classroom teaching. Teaching practice is the vital component of teacher education and training because it provides student teachers with an opportunity to learn from experience in the work place.

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As part of B. Ed Curriculum, Teaching Practice Phase-II started from 4 July, 2022. I attended the Class IX of Bishop Hodges Higher Secondary School, Mavelikara. I collected portions from the school on 30 June, 2022. Moncy Mathew was in charge of the subject and he allotted the class 9 A for me to teach. I am so excited to meet and  teach the students. Students were interested to learn English in an offline mode. They are more curious to learn after a long gap due to the pandemic scenario.

Day 1- 4 July 2022, Monday 

On the first day, we, the ten teacher trainees met at the school at 9.15am as per the instruction by the team leader. At first, we together met the school Headmaster, George Varghese. After that, we joined in the prayer meeting for the staff members in the school. At 9.30am, the school assembly started alongwith the prayer song and the school anthem. Normally, the classes at the school begin at 9.45am. I had class on fourth period for Class 9 A. I started the lesson titled Learning the Game which is an extract from Sachin's autobiography Playing it My Way. Students were excited to study about the childhood days of Sachin Tendulkar. I showed a video presentation to the students in order to have an idea about Sachin's cricket career. The students were active throughout the class and equally excited to know more about the legend, Sachin Tendulkar. After the class, I wrote a lesson plan on my record. The classes ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem. The first day was a memorable and novel experience for me as a whole.

Day 2 - 5 July 2022, Tuesday 

The second day began with prayer and general assembly. The classes began at sharp 9.45am. I had class on the second period for 9 A. I continued the lesson titled Learning the Game. The students were seen excited as on the first day to study about Sachin Tendulkar. I too was equally excited to teach them the lesson. The classes ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem.

Day 3 - 6 July 2022, Wednesday 

On the third day, the working of the school began with prayer and general assembly. I got enough time to prepare well for my class as I was free during the morning session. I had class on the fifth period for 9 A. I continued the lesson titled Learning the Game. I also asked some questions regarding the lesson in order to check their comprehension. The students were enthusiastic to know about Sachin's induction into the cricket career. The class went well for me. The school ended at 3.40pm with National Anthem.

Day 4 - 7 July 2022, Thursday

The fourth day also began with prayer and general assembly.  I had class on the fourth period for 9 A. I continued to teach the lesson Learning the Game. The students seemed enthusiastic as they get to know more about Sachin in each class. During the fifth period, I got a substitution for class 9 D. I engaged the class by a game named Hangman where the students need to guess letters in order to find the word or else they fail. The students thoroughly enjoyed the game which makes me happy. After the substitution period, I got another substitution period on sixth period for class 9 F. I engaged the class by making the students to read their English textbook. After the National Anthem, the fourth day ends as usual.

Day 5 - 8 July 2022, Friday 

On the fifth day, the school timing had slight variation as there was a scripture class conducted for the students. The school got  started at 9.30am than the usual timing. I had class for 9 A on the third period. The lesson, Learning the Game, was continued on that class. 

After lunch break, I took part in the conduction of Science Quiz co-ordinated by Science Club of the school. Science quiz aims to inculcate in the minds of young students a spirit of scientific enquiry , analytical thinking and provides a platform to the budding scientists for exchanging thoughts, 8 July, 2022 heralded the Science quiz competition for the Science Club members. The subject in charge Mini Varghese gave us an opportunity to conduct the Science quiz for the students. For that we prepared the questions for Science quiz. The format of the quiz entailed two rounds for each individual students. Then there was an elimination round and after two rounds were also conducted inorder to get the winners. The event witnessed enthusiastic preparation and participation.

During the sixth period, I got a chance to engage students of class 9 E. After that substitution class, I engaged class 8 E on the seventh period. The students were asked to complete their Biology notes. The eighth period was used to engage students with cultural activities. The students were encouraged to display their skils of singing, dancing, mimicry, etc. during the last period. The day ended with National Anthem.

Overall the first week starting from 4 July, 2022 to 8 July, 2022 was highly satisfactory as I was able to experience many events, teaching and also classroom management. The students' enthusiasm fueled me with more energy for the coming weeks. I was eager to meet my students everyday to spend fruitful time with them. A whole week' s experience was memorable and exciting for me.