Observation at Hendrik Louw Primary
My overall experience of my observation at the school was enlightening and educational. I have learned valuable lessons, life lessons and class management tools. I have also seen the different roles that a teacher fills in her classroom apart from “just an educator”.
The atmosphere in the classroom was conducive for learning and the teacher had “tools” in place to manage discipline, time management and helping the children. The students knew the class rules with the help of a rhyme, and the rules were also clearly visible in the front of the class. The teacher’s knowledge of the children, their weaknesses and strengths are admirable, she is very knowledgeable of their lives and this gives the children a sense of belonging. I think for me this is one of the numerous goals that I have for myself as a future teacher. It is as if her knowledge of their outside lives contributes to the mutual respect between her and her students. This is also one of the best contributing factors for their rapport. These actions leads the children to trusts her and to talk to her. The children view her as someone that truly cares about their wellbeing.
Something that truly stood out to me was the level of planning that went into the teacher’s classroom, class management and how the wall art was being
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Using an array of methods to make the information comprehendible. To reach all of the students irrespective of their different learning styles. I would ideally want each student to not only understand the work, but also be able to implement it at the end of the day. And for the students that didn’t understand the work, I would want to have alternative methods to reach them. In order to be able to do this I would need to rely on various resources, from other teachers, parents, research and also the students
During the observation portion of this assignment, I observed in a fifth grade ELL classroom. The teacher in charge of this class is Anissa Rose. She has been an ELL teacher for many years and teaches students in kindergarten through the 8th grade. This paper will discuss whether or not the students were aware of the class language and content objective, how the teacher instructed the content and language objectives, the type of group configurations, and how the teacher accommodated for different ELP levels.
4a – After the delivering lessons, Miss Hannan assessed the instructional session and provided suggestions to improve upcoming lessons. 4b – Miss Hannan collaborated with the cooperating teacher for an efficient and effective process of recording and maintaining accurate assessment for each student. 4c – Miss Hannan described that parents and teachers are “ultimate teammates” in a student’s education. She kept parents informed by a weekly newsletter that was written by students. Understanding that parents need to be made aware of their child’s progress, Miss Hannan communicated positive and areas of challenges by sending notes and emails to parents.
I learn that it is most important to focus on children when in the classroom. I relax in my work by clean up in this class. Always be available to support children and maintain an overview of what is happening throughout the program. I’m aware that I can’t leave children unsupervised and can be somewhere that have one of the teacher staff can supervise me and the group. I show initiative to assist the teacher and children during activities or transitions.
One year there was a group of fresh 7th graders coming to middle school. They didn’t know what to expect but they were confident. It is the first day of school and Jacob Barlo was getting ready to catch the bus to school. Jacob has never road a school bus before besides going on field trips in elementary school. He is nervous that he missed the bus or he is in the wrong place.
On 06/16/15 at approximately 1258 hours I responded to 5538 Regal Oaks Circle for a report of four suspicious black males between the ages of 16 to 18 years of age. The caller, Giovanni who resides at 5538 Regal Oak Circle (NOI) advised the black males were observed walking around the neighborhood and jumping fences. He advised the black males were observed getting into a black in color, 4 door, Toyota Corolla. Giovanni also stated he thought the juveniles were casing vehicles or residence to burglarize. He advised there have been multiple burglaries to vehicles and residences recently.
The ratio of adults to children is 2:18, and it services regular children and children who can function in a general ed classroom with services. There are nine children in the class whom receive services, ranging from Seits to OT, PT and speech. The classroom runs on Pre-K curriculum and the Common Core method. Personal Reflections: I witnessed the deep respect that Ruvy has for his Seit and that his Seit has in Ruvy.
She was kind enough to let me know who among the student that I need to focus on. Therefore, it was easier for me to know who are the students I should mostly direct my energy into when it comes to assisting and supporting the teacher’s behavior
She used this strategy to keep them from playing too rough with their other classmates. She had a genuine bond with every child she taught and every classroom she taught in. She once said, “The surest test of discipline is its absence.” (Clara
The first day I went there was a student crying and Mr.Mikalov pulled him outside to talk to him in private because some kids don’t like talking about their feelings in front of everybody. While the students were doing their work I had a chance to walk around the classroom, I saw at least five rules in big letters in the back of the room, which reminded me off Hary Wong and his teachings off rules and procedures. After the bell rings and they go to math. The teacher starts the lesson by asking the class what they know about the subject and go from there. The teacher asks the students to turn and talk to the person next to them about what they learned or explain it to someone who doesn’t understand it.
In “The Lesson” and in “Commencement Speech, Kenyon College.”, the teacher 's attempt to open up the kids’ minds to the “rat race” that many people find themselves in and only want to help the children for their future. Although people question teaching methods and want to only have their own ideals put into their child’s mind, there are things that every person should be aware of and teachers are the people who can be sure that every child is aware of the world around them in order to live a better
The teacher reacts with the children to keep them interested and moving. Some of the time the children just likes to sit in the teacher 's lap and not get involved with the other children. One day, Mrs. Lauren sat on the rug during sensory play and two of the children wanted to sit in her lap while the other children wanted to play. Sometimes the children seem to get out of control. Mrs. Lauren always makes sure that she handles the children with love and care.
The students were highly engaged. I could say that the concepts to be learn were explicitly linked to ELLs’ background experience and past learning. I listened to the teacher’s speech and voice projection, it was appropriate (not too slow, not too fast), and she emphasized the importance of being respectful/active listeners. She ensured that each students had sufficient time to respond to her questions, and clarify if a student seemed confused (regarding the objectives). As the students did the group work, Mrs. Carbone foster noticing.
OVERVIEW The elementary school that I observed at, Orchard View Elementary, was located in Delray Beach, FL. The location was very accessible and right off of the highway. The teacher I got assigned to was Ms. Diann Johnson. She teaches a class for students in 3rd-5th grade.
I felt that the children were very well behaved than most children. It was a bit shocking. All of them were extremely respectful of their teacher. I am excited to continue observing this class the next couple weeks. Being in an actual classroom makes me super excited for my
As a teacher, I believe that it is my job to make learning interesting and beneficial. Over the next school year, I would like to get to know each of your children as students and as individuals. Building a strong relationship with my students will allow me to help them with each of their unique needs and abilities. It is my goal to have my students’ think of the classroom as a place to learn and have positive experiences. Each student brings his or her own ideas and points of view to the classroom.