TEACHING PRACTICE PHASE 1: WEEK -03

WEEK -03

MONDAY -FRIDAY(28-07-25 to 01-07-25)

REFLECTION ON SCHOOL EXPERIENCE

DAY-12 MONDAY 28-07-25

I was absent from school due to unavoidable personal reasons. I informed the concerned authorities in advance and ensured that any responsibilities for the day were communicated properly

DAY -13 TUESDAY 29-07-25

I arrived at school by 9:20 AM and as usual, signed the attendance register in the office before heading to my designated seating area. The morning assembly began at 9:40 AM. I had no substitution duty during the morning session, nor did I have any classes, so I used the time to complete some of my pending tasks.During the lunch break, all the trainee and I went to the refectory and participated in serving food to the students as part of the midday meal programme.During lunch break, we Participated in mid-day meal programme and served lunch to students.

Today District Educational officer (DEO) Visited the school. So after lunch break, he arranged a meeting with us. The meeting lasted around 30 minutes As usual school dispersed at 3:45 pm. By 4 pm we signed the register and leave the school.

REFLECTION ON THE DEO VISIT

Today, the DEO visited our school and conducted a meeting in the afternoon, shortly after we had our lunch. During the meeting, the DEO shared several important guidelines and suggestions aimed at improving the overall quality of teaching and learning in the classroom.

The DEO emphasized the need for conducting activity-oriented classes, where students are actively engaged in the learning process through meaningful and interactive tasks. Such classes help develop critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among students.

Another key point highlighted was the importance of classroom discipline. Teachers are expected to manage their classes effectively to maintain a peaceful and focused learning environment. The DEO stressed that the teacher should not only enforce discipline but also model it through consistent and respectful behavior.

The concept of a child-centered classroom was also discussed in detail. The DEO encouraged teachers to plan lessons that cater to the needs, interests, and learning levels of all students. Teaching should focus on student participation rather than a one-way delivery of content.

In addition, the DEO pointed out the importance of neat and clear blackboard writing. It should be legible and well-organized so that students can follow the lesson easily. While writing on the board, teachers should maintain eye contact with the class frequently to ensure that students are attentive and to monitor their understanding.

Overall, the session was very informative and served as a reminder of our responsibilities as educators. The instructions provided by the DEO will surely help us improve our teaching methods and create a more effective and engaging classroom environment.

DAY -14 WEDNESDAY 30-07-25

On the day of my school visit, I arrived at the campus by 9:20 AM and proceeded directly to the office to sign the attendance register. It was a special day as our supervising teacher, Sreedevi Miss, visited the school to observe the teaching performance of a peer trainee. I had the opportunity to observe the class along with her, which gave me valuable insights. After the session, the teacher provided positive feedback and shared constructive suggestions to improve the teaching process, which I found very helpful.

In the morning session, I did not have any substitution duties, so I used the time effectively to complete some of my pending academic tasks.

During the lunch break, all teacher trainees, including myself, went to the refectory and participated in serving food to students as part of the midday meal program, which was a fulfilling experience. After lunch break 'Swadesh Mega Quiz' for UP and HS was conducted in the school auditorium

In the afternoon, I received substitution duties in Class 10G during the 5th and 6th periods. Later, in the 7th period, I handled my concerned class for Class 9 I where I taught the topic "Types of nutrients contained food and functions". The session went well, and I was able to engage the students effectively.

After the class, I also helped organize the students in line and ensured they exited the school premises in an orderly manner. Finally, at 4:50 PM, I signed the attendance register again and left the school

DAY -15 THURSDAY 31-07-25

I reached the school at 9:20 AM and went to the office to sign the attendance register. After that, I attended the morning assembly, which marked the official start of the day.

Following the assembly, I was assigned substitution duties in Class 5F during the second period and in Class 5D during the third period. I handled both classes responsibly, maintaining discipline and keeping the students engaged.

During the lunch break, I went to the refectory and took part in serving food to the students as part of the midday meal program, which was a meaningful and collaborative activity.

In the 6th period, I had a session in my concerned classroom 9 I ,where I taught the topic “Food Plate and its importance ”. The class went smoothly, and I was able to explain the topic effectively with active participation from the students.

By 3:45 PM, the school day ended with a prayer and the national anthem, and by 4:00 PM, we signed the attendance register and left the school after a fulfilling and productive day.

Day -16 FRIDAY 01-08-25

On the 16th day of the first phase of teaching practice, I reached the school by 9:00 a.m. I went to the office and signed the attendance register, then proceeded to my allotted place. As usual, the morning assembly started at 9:40 a.m. with a prayer.

On this day, my supervising teacher, Sreedevi Miss, came for the observation of my class. During the first period, I, along with my optional subject teacher and a peer trainee, went to my concerned class 9 I and taught the topic “Nutrition in Amoeba and Hydra.” After the class, the teacher provided me with valuable suggestions for improvement and I also signed the evaluation sheet. She left the school just before the lunch break.

During the lunch break, all the teacher trainees, including me, went to the refectory and actively participated in serving food to the students as part of the midday meal program.

In the afternoon session, I was assigned a substitution class in the 5th division. I conducted some learning activities for the students and also engaged them in art and craft, which they enjoyed a lot. I took part in their activities and guided them throughout.

By 3:45 p.m., the school dispersed with the prayer and national anthem, and at 4:00 p.m., we signed the register and left the school after a productive and fulfilling day.

CURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

In this week students of 9 I, I taught the topic "DIFFERENT TYPES OF NUTRIENTS CONTAINED FOOD AND FUNCTIONS, FOOD PLATE AND ITS IMPORTANCE, NUTRITION IN AMOEBA AND HYDRA" in the chapter 'DIGESTION AND TRANSPORT OF NUTRIENTS ' The reflective journal was also completed this week.

PEER OBSERVATION

I had the opportunity to attend a peer observation class along with Sreedevi Miss, where we observed the teaching session of another teacher trainee. It was a valuable and insightful experience. Watching someone else handle the class helped me reflect on my own teaching methods. I learned many strategies on how to improve classroom management, student engagement, and content delivery.

One of the positives I observed was the trainee's clear and confident communication. The teacher used visual aids effectively, which made the concepts easier for students to understand. The classroom environment was friendly and students seemed comfortable to interact and ask questions. Time management during the lesson was also commendable.

Overall, the session gave me a broader perspective on teaching practices. It helped me identify what works well in a classroom and what aspects need more attention. This observation has definitely motivated me to improve my own teaching skills further.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

On 30-07-25 Wednesday 'Swadesh Mega Quiz' for UP and HS students was conducted in school auditorium as part of the' Nalla Paadam Padhathi', food packets were also collected from each class

SUGGESTIONS MADE BY TEACHER EDUCATOR (OPTIONAL)

1. LESSON TEMPLATE

(NEED IMPROVEMENT)

Classroom interaction procedure not clear.More involved self constructing activity is needed. Provision for needs and all levels of learner consideration is needed. Expect for more prerequisite checking and participating activity is required.

2.SET INDUCTION/INTRODUCTION

(GOOD)

Positive- Your story was interesting. Students aroused interest to learn, and it's provided A conductive learning environment.

Negative- became brief. Only elaborate introduction is expected to be done. You could have shown some examples etc.

3. DEVELOPMENT OF THE LESSON -(SATISFACTORY)

Positive -purposeful teacher movement is seen during video cut out and aid presentation and during individual activity. Teacher movement is purposeful blackboard used for explanation is done very well. Tried to ask thought provoking questions to deal higher level thinking and drive forward the lesson. Scaffolding is given for students while they read the charts displayed.Audio with Hydra Nutrition video was good as it evoked interest of students and attention span.

Negatives- Not systematic and purposeful in execution planning require more improvement.Sound voice modulation improvement is needed.correct execution of activity is not noted in nutrition process of hydra and amoeba firstly place and remove necessary aids before going to each activity for eg, forget to remove amoeba nutrition flow chart and sticking hydra nutrition flow chart. Before displaying any aids give student proper instruction. You have written chart as aid in lesson plan but you displayed cutout. Silent video should be avoided

3. DEVELOPMENT OF THE LESSON (SATISFACTORY)

The cut out Showing body parts of amoeba before presenting it, instruction should be given about it like observing the parts, ask one or two students to read out parts, Confusing activity is noted. Visibility of parts is poor. Teacher should explain if the video is not audible for students. Students have just told the answer from the flow chart Only current construction of knowledge is not noted . Correct learning aids was not seen to develop the lessons. Video was not used for explanation. Completely disorderly mannered presentation. Completion of activity like reading of chart, flow chart of Hydra nutrition by student was not done.Before giving group activity, tell them about what they have to do. Instruction was improper. Remaining section was not done with regard to closure of lessons and assessment.

4.LEARNING EXPERIENCE/ACTIVITIES

(SATISFACTORY)

Positives :Varied, purposeful, life oriented, adequate and participatory.

Negatives :Not in systematic manner, so given less participatory effect.

5.LEARNER INVOLVEMENT ( GOOD)

Negatives :Less initiativeness an autonomy, less self construction, knowledge based systematic activity, low interaction and rapid maintenance

6. MASTERY OF SUBJECT ( SATISFACTORY)

Positives:Deep content. Supplementary knowledge.

Negative : point not know how to deliver as per objective. Not systematic for self construction of knowledge

7. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT ( VERYGOOD)

Positives Students wear self disciplined attendance not attending & attending students, not misconduct on the part of students.

8. CLOSURE OF LESSON ( NEED FOR IMPROVEMENT)

Need improvement as time was expired out.

9. ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION (NEED IMPROVEMENT)

Need improvement as time was expired out.

Forget to give follow up

OVERALL GRADE : B ( SATISFACTORY)

OVERALL REFLECTION ON CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

The students of Class 9 were provided with a classroom experience focused on activities based on the teaching manual. A total of three teaching manuals were successfully completed. The lessons covered included: "Different types of nutrients in food and their functions," "Food plate and its importance," and "Nutrition in Hydra and Amoeba."

To support learning, various teaching aids were used, including 8 cutouts, 8 charts, 3 videos, 3 slides, as well as activity cards, essay writing tasks, and an incomplete table activity.

As a follow-up, students were assigned tasks like preparing a food diary, making a video, and creating a flowchart to reinforce the concepts learned.