The start of the week was very eventful because the school allowed students to watch the inauguration. It was great to learn that most students were very excited to witness history as it unfolds. Listening to the students share what they know about events leading to the inauguration made me reminisce my high school days and tried to remember if I was as interested in politics then as the students seem to be now. Conclusively, it has made me aware that most students make avail of the different media forms to get their information. Most get their information through the internet utilizing different sites, television, and lastly, the local newspaper. Isn't that wonderful! Our students are very aware of the technology that we will teach them. Hopefully, each of us can enhance that knowledge.
This week, I had an opportunity to spend the entire day at the elementary school. I am very lucky because the elementary school is just next door. I observed a class from each of the K-6 classes and learned so much! I even observed a remedial math and remedial reading class. I picked up so many great ideas to use in my classroom. The teachers were eager to help and did not hesitate to share their tricks and give advice.
My only regret this week was not recording my first lesson. I wanted to record my progress but there was just so many things going on this week that I neglected to set up for recording. It was obvious that I was nervous for my first lesson but as I reflected while preparing my next lesson I used tools that I learned and the advise from my coop. I felt very confident going into my second lesson and ... it turned out great! That was when I really felt the connection with the students.
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I was fascinated with watching the students and their interest in the inauguration too. I was thrilled to see their enthusiasm and their knowledge of politics. As you mentioned, they are gathering information from all differenct types of sources. I know I was not as well informed when I was in school...lol...way back then we only had nightly news with the big 3 or newspapers. The students are fortunate to have such access to information. As you mentioned staying on top of the technology and enhancing their knowledge will be our challenge!
ReplyDeleteHaving the all-day experience at the elementary building is so valuable! That can truly show a new teacher how pedagogy and methodology changes with every grade at that level.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. Students today are more informed and they should be! Technology, media, and the rapid distribution of information is everywhere they turn. That's why technology infused into any curriculum makes learning all the more richer and meaningful!