Reflective Journal
The most effective method for making sense of classroom experiences is to self reflect on strategies that work best. The classroom environment is comprised of multi-leveled students who come from different cultural backgrounds, languages and abilities.
In order to create an inclusive second language learning environment that meets the needs of all students, teachers must provide a meaningful and supportive environment that ensures success for all students. Initially, throughout my practicum experience at the high school level, I gained insight into teaching practices through a reflective journal about effective teaching strategies. I have made important notes about the following:
1. The significance of classroom management: having clear expectations, learning goals, assertive behavior and cooperation.
2. The role of motivation: students are energized, eager and very attentive when learning.
3. The need to include authentic cultural content: these include cultural connotations, pragmatics and the ability to communicate with people that have different values.
As a result, the opportunity to observe teacher and student interactions during my B.Ed practicum, provided me with the chance to gain deeper insight into complex process of teaching and learning.
In order to create an inclusive second language learning environment that meets the needs of all students, teachers must provide a meaningful and supportive environment that ensures success for all students. Initially, throughout my practicum experience at the high school level, I gained insight into teaching practices through a reflective journal about effective teaching strategies. I have made important notes about the following:
1. The significance of classroom management: having clear expectations, learning goals, assertive behavior and cooperation.
2. The role of motivation: students are energized, eager and very attentive when learning.
3. The need to include authentic cultural content: these include cultural connotations, pragmatics and the ability to communicate with people that have different values.
As a result, the opportunity to observe teacher and student interactions during my B.Ed practicum, provided me with the chance to gain deeper insight into complex process of teaching and learning.
I would like to share an Inspirational quote by Bill Cosby, who is a famous actor, comedian and humanist, and holds a Ph.D in Education:
"Every closed eye is not sleeping, and every open eye is not seeing." (Bill Cosby)
A few minute reflection can help one to 'see' when you least expect it. For instance, you may suddenly understand that the seating plan for your next activity needs to be modified from 'group' work to an 'L' shape
classroom. In addition, one might notice that incorporating a field trip within the lesson will really help students better relate to and understand the assignment.
"Every closed eye is not sleeping, and every open eye is not seeing." (Bill Cosby)
A few minute reflection can help one to 'see' when you least expect it. For instance, you may suddenly understand that the seating plan for your next activity needs to be modified from 'group' work to an 'L' shape
classroom. In addition, one might notice that incorporating a field trip within the lesson will really help students better relate to and understand the assignment.