WEEK 9 OF TEACHING PRACTICE PHASE 1, (DAY 37-41)

 DAY 37, 11/11/2024

Today, November 11th, marked the 37th day of my teaching practice. Due to mid-semester examinations, the school schedule was adjusted. I arrived at school at 9:00 AM to fulfill my discipline duty responsibilities.

In the third period, I had a class observation conducted by Srimathi Alli Anirudan, our natural science teacher. I taught the 8th C class on the topic of viruses. To enhance student understanding, I utilized a 3D model and presented informative slides and videos. The class was well-received, and I received positive feedback from the observer. Soon after the observation, I took the lessons Animal and plant movements in the 9 th standard B division.

After the examinations, I conducted a physical education class on communicable diseases for the 8th C class. I discussed the different types of pathogens that spread diseases and maintaining cleanliness and health. I also emphasized the role of physical activity in maintaining good health.

I concluded the day by signing the register and leaving the school at 4:30 PM.

DAY 38, 12/11/2024

SICK LEAVE 

DAY 39, 13/11/2024

Today, November 13th, marked the 39th day of my teaching practice. I arrived at school at 9:30 AM and signed the register.

Due to mid-term examinations, the school schedule was adjusted. I had to invigilate the exams for the 5th and 6th standards during the first two periods.

In the third period, I conducted an achievement test for the 8th C class to assess their understanding of the topics covered so far.

After the exams, I taught a lesson on muscle tissues and their movements to the 9th B class. I explained the different types of muscle tissue, including skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle. I also discussed the concepts of voluntary and involuntary muscle contractions. To enhance understanding, I used visual aids and real-life examples.

I concluded the day by signing the register and leaving the school at 4:30 PM.

DAY 40, 14/11/2024

Today, November 14th, marked the 40th day of my teaching practice. I arrived at school and due to mid-term examinations, I was assigned invigilation duties for the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th periods.

After the exams, I had a scheduled period with the 9th standard. During the class, I delved into the topic of muscle tissues, focusing on the protein filaments actin and myosin. I used ICT videos and images to visually represent the structure and function of these filaments. To enhance student understanding, I provided hands-on activities that allowed them to explore the concepts.

I concluded the day by signing the register and leaving the school at 4:30 PM.

DAY 41, 15/11/2024

Today, November 15th, marked the final day of my teaching practice. To conclude the session on a creative note, I introduced an innovative model to the 8th C class. This model, titled "A Cat's Taxonomic Tale," visually represented the hierarchical levels of cat classification, from kingdom to species.

The students actively participated in the activity, completing tasks related to each taxonomic level. By the end of the activity, they were able to identify the scientific name of the cat, Felis domesticus.

The day concluded with a farewell note. I shared a few words with the students, expressing gratitude for their cooperation and hard work. We took a group photo to commemorate the experience.