The job of a teacher is extremely rewarding since it gives the opportunity of becoming part of a person’s life and imprint in his mind the knowledge that will allow him achieve greater goals. It is a two-way process in which both, teacher and students, have the opportunity to learn from each other. My experience as a teacher has cut across primary, secondary school students
Im passionate abou...
The job of a teacher is extremely rewarding since it gives the opportunity of becoming part of a person’s life and imprint in his mind the knowledge that will allow him achieve greater goals. It is a two-way process in which both, teacher and students, have the opportunity to learn from each other. My experience as a teacher has cut across primary, secondary school students
Im passionate about teaching, patient and understanding when it come to behavioural character of the student an excellent communicator, also strong classroom management skills, and im committed to lifelong learning
1. Student-Centered Discussions
I admit that I do enjoy being the "sage on the stage" in my classroom, but I realize that this does little to engage my students in deep thinking. I want my students to be at the center of their learning.
Previously, when we read a book or short story, I'd ask questions to the whole class. Inevitably, the same five or six students would answer the questions, and I'd assume everyone understood. Now, I create small groups of three or four students, and they answer the questions in those small groups first, ensuring all students have an opportunity to participate.
I've seen an increase in comprehension, speaking and listening skills, and test scores. Implementing student-centered discussions is fairly easy to do—just create thought-provoking questions that dive deep into the content. The rewards are definitely worth it.
2. I make sure I provided teaching methods that can help students make connections to their learning. Real-life connections make learning interesting and relevant for students.
When I teach Jane, for example, I have my students focus on the idea of setting goals. They examine how ambition can be both positive and negative, and I have them study recent world leaders to help them understand the real-life implications of this concept.