Week 4@ St Goretti's HSS

1st August 2022

We are back to St. Gorett's for week 4 of INTENSE TEACHING PRACTICE. Today Benedict sir and Joju visited us. Joju sir observed some of our classes while benedict sir checked our records and gave us necessary corrections. Those who were free guided Joju sir to the classes that were to be observed. Later, Joju sir shared some of the common mistakes we tend to make while teaching.

4th August 2022

We had an unexpected holiday for 2 days due to heavy rains. These holidays will further delay the portion completion. We were asked to complete all our Lesson Plans by 15th August, which seems to be farfetched with these unanticipated breaks. Today Deepthi ma'am had come for observation. As usual, I had classes at 9C and 8D. 5th August 2022 We made plans to conduct extra classes for students of 8B,8C,8D,9B,9C and 9D on Saturday to complete the portions. Also, I utilized my free period to observe Sr Jeena's class at 8D. I've previously observed Sr Jeena's class and she always makes it a point to start her class with a valuable lesson. The class was slow-paced and well explained.

6th August 2022

Only half the students from each class had come for the extra classes. Most of them couldn't come due to the unavailability of school buses. The timetable for the day was prepared by us. I got 2 periods each at 9C and 8D. I was able to complete my portions to an extent.

Overall, the start of this month seems to be rushing already and I'm finding it difficult to catch up with the speed.

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