31 December, 2023
26 December, 2023
22 December, 2023
10 December, 2023
Week 8 - Teaching practice @ ST MARY'S HSS PATTOM
Weekly Reflection Summary
Day 33 - 4 December, 2023
- Morning: Main gate line duty followed by the school assembly.
- Substitutions:
- 4th hour: 6K.
- 5th hour: 6L.
- 6th hour: 6Q.
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9Q for PT hour and conducted an achievement test.
Day 34 - 5 December, 2023
- Morning: Main gate line duty.
- Substitutions:
- 1st & 2nd hours: 6T for Robin sir (Basic Science).
- Physics Class:
- 3rd hour in 8Q: Taught "Ray Diagrams for Image Formation in Convex Mirrors" using convex mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Students were able to distinguish properties of images formed by convex mirrors.
- Chemistry Class:
- 4th hour in 9C1: Covered "Acids" using blackboard, presentation, pH paper, litmus paper, dil. HCl, dil. HNO3, water, soap solution, dil. NaOH, test tube, and watch glass. Students understood the concept of acids and their properties.
- Substitutions:
- 5th & 6th periods: 7P & 7O combined.
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9Q and conducted diagnostic tests.
Day 35 - 6 December, 2023
- Morning: Main gate line duty.
- Substitutions:
- 1st hour: 8Q.
- 5th hour: 9W.
- Yoga Class Observation: Observed Physical Education classes for 9Y & 7O.
- Physics Classes:
- 3rd, 4th & 7th hours: Substituted in 9Q, discussed answers, conducted remedial classes, and introduced the chapter “Current Electricity.”
- 6th hour: Substituted in 8O, revised chapters on “Reflection of Light in Spherical Mirrors.”
Day 36 - 7 December, 2023
- Morning: Main gate line duty.
- Physics Class:
- 2nd hour: Substituted in 9O.
- 6th hour: Substituted in 9O. Discussed Abhishek’s creativity project involving a power bank.
- Christmas Celebration: Engaged in the Christmas celebration with 9Q.
Day 37 - 8 December, 2023
- Christmas Celebration: Participated in Christmas celebrations.
Day 38 - 9 December, 2023
- Planetarium Visit: Attended a visit to the planetarium, providing exposure to practical astronomy.
Day 39 - 10 December, 2023
- VSSC Exam Duty: Engaged in exam duties for VSSC.
Overall Reflection:
This week was marked by a variety of activities, including teaching, substitutions, and special events:
Teaching: Focused on Physics and Chemistry topics, particularly in optics and acids, using a range of teaching aids to enhance student understanding. Diagnostic and achievement tests helped gauge student learning and identify areas for improvement.
Substitutions: Covered a broad range of subjects and classes, providing flexibility and maintaining continuity in the students' learning experience.
Special Events: Participated in the Christmas celebration and a visit to the planetarium, which enriched the educational environment and offered students a broader perspective on science.
Exams: Involved in VSSC exam duties, gaining insight into examination processes.
The mix of teaching, observations, and special activities contributed to a well-rounded experience, balancing curriculum delivery with engagement in broader educational activities.
09 December, 2023
08 December, 2023
07 December, 2023
Day 36 - Teaching practice (7 December, 2023)
Physics class at 2nd hour, substitution at 6th hours in 9O.
Christmas celebration in 9Q…
06 December, 2023
Day 35 - Teaching practice (6 December, 2023)
Substitution at 1st hour in 8Q.
Yoga (Physical Education) class observation at 1st & 2nd hours for 9Y & 7O.
Substitution Physics class at 3rd, 4th & 7th hour in 9Q. Discussed answers & conducted remedial classes & introduced chapter “Current Electricity”.
Substitution at 5th hour in 9W.
Substitution Physics class at 6th hour in 8O. Revised chapters: “Reflection of light in spherical mirrors”.
05 December, 2023
Day 34 - Teaching practice (5 December, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty…
Substitution at 1st & 2nd hour in 6T(for Robin sir - Basic Science).
Physics class at 3rd hour in 8Q. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topic : "Ray diagram for image formation in convex mirrors”. Used convex mirror, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics”, and presentation as A-V aids. It feels like, students could distinguish the properties of image formed by concave & convex mirrors for different positions of object.
Chemistry class at 4th hour in 9C1. Chapter: "Acids, bases & salts" & topic: “Acids". Used blackboard, and presentation as A-V aids & pH paper, litmus paper, dil. HCl, dil. HNO3, water, soap solution, dil. NaOH, test tube, watch glass as material aids. Overall, it feels like, students will be able to understand concept of Acids & its properties.
Substitution at 5th & 6th period in 7P & 7O combined.
Substitution Physics class at 7th hour in 9Q. Conducted diagnostic tests.
04 December, 2023
Day 33 - Teaching practice (4 December, 2023)
School assembly...
Substitution at 4th hour in 6K.
Substitution at 5th hour in 6L.
Substitution at 6th hour in 6Q.
Substitution Physics class at 7th hour in 9Q for PT hour. Conducted achievement test.
02 December, 2023
Week 7 - Teaching practice @ ST MARY'S HSS PATTOM
Weekly Reflection Summary
Day 26 - 26 November, 2023
I was involved in invigilating the VSSC exam for shifts 1 and 2 at room number 701. This duty provided an opportunity to observe exam procedures and student behavior in a high-stakes environment.
Day 27 - 27 November, 2023
The day began with morning main gate line duty.
- 1st hour: Substituted in 6T for Rosemarry teacher (Basic Science).
- 2nd hour: Substituted in 8Q for Physics. Taught "Ray Diagrams of Spherical Mirrors" using convex and concave mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Students gained insight into the properties of images formed by spherical mirrors.
- 3rd, 4th, and 6th hours: Substituted in 8O for Bindu teacher (Malayalam) and Ponnachan sir (Hindi). Covered "Ray Diagrams for Image Formation in Spherical Mirrors." Students understood the image properties in spherical mirrors.
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9Q for PT hour.
Day 28 - 28 November, 2023
The day started with morning main gate line duty.
- 3rd hour: Taught Physics in 8Q on "Ray Diagram for Image Formation in Concave Mirrors." Used concave mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Students were able to distinguish properties of images formed by concave mirrors.
- 4th hour: Taught Chemistry in 9C1 on "pH Value." Used blackboard, presentation, pH paper, dil. HCl, dil. HNO3, water, soap solution, dil. NaOH, test tube, and watch glass as aids. Students understood the pH scale concept.
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9Q for Physics, summarizing "Work, Energy & Power."
- 6th period: Substituted in 6O for PT.
Day 29 - 29 November, 2023
The day began with morning main gate line duty.
- 2nd hour: Substituted in 8O on "Ray Diagram for Image Formation in Concave Mirrors" using concave mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Provided notes on reflection.
- 4th hour: Substituted in 6J for Work Experience.
- 6th hour: Substituted in 9O.
- 7th hour: Taught a new Physics class in 8K, introducing "Reflection of Light in Spherical Mirrors."
The day concluded with evening line duty.
Day 30 - 30 November, 2023
The day started with morning main gate line duty.
- 1st hour: Substituted in 9W.
- 2nd hour: Taught Physics in 9Q, revising "Gravitation" and "Work, Energy & Power."
- 5th hour: Substituted in 8K on "Ray Diagram for Image Formation in Concave Mirrors," using concave mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Observed by Neena teacher.
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9Q, introduced "Current Electricity."
Day 31 - 1 December, 2023
Volunteered in the State Work Experience fair.
Day 32 - 2 December, 2023
Volunteered in the State Work Experience (HS) fair.
Overall Reflection:
This week primarily focused on substitutions, teaching specific topics, and participating in school events:
- Emphasized the practical aspects of teaching complex subjects like optics and chemical reactions.
- Utilized a range of materials and A-V aids to enhance student understanding.
- Received observations and feedback that were instrumental in refining teaching methods.
- Engaged in school-wide events like the State Work Experience fair, providing insights into broader educational activities and responsibilities.
The consistent use of practical demonstrations and interactive tools helped reinforce student learning, and the feedback received contributed to improving my teaching practice.
01 December, 2023
30 November, 2023
Day 30 - Teaching practice (30 November, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty…
Substitution at 1st hour in 9w.
Physics class at 2nd hour in 9Q. Revision of the chapters: “Gravitation, & Work, Energy & Power”.
Substitution class at 5th hour in 8K. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topic : "Ray diagram for image formation in concave mirrors”. Used concave mirror, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics”, and presentation as A-V aids. My Neena tr observed the class.
Substitution at 7th hour in 9Q. Introduced on chapter current electricity.
29 November, 2023
Day 29 - Teaching practice (29 November, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty…
Substitution at 2nd hour in 8O. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topic : "Ray diagram for image formation in concave mirrors”. Used concave mirror, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics”, and presentation as A-V aids. Gave notes on the chapter reflection.
Substitution at 4th hour in 6J for work experience.
Substitution at 6th hour in 9O students.
Additional new Physics class at 7th hour in 8K. Introduced myself, & discussed chapter: “Reflection of light in spherical mirrors”.
Evening line duty…
28 November, 2023
Day 28 - Teaching practice (28 November, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty…
Physics class at 3rd hour in 8Q. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topic : "Ray diagram for image formation in concave mirrors”. Used concave mirror, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics”, and presentation as A-V aids. It feels like, students could distinguish the properties of image formed by concave mirrors for different positions of object.
Chemistry class at 4th hour in 9C1. Chapter: "Acids, bases & salts" & topic: “pH value". Used blackboard, and presentation as A-V aids & pH paper, dil. HCl, dil. HNO3, water, soap solution, dil. NaOH, test tube, watch glass as material aids. Overall, it feels like, students will be able to understand concept of pH scale.
Substitution at 6th period in 6O for PT.
Physics class at 7th hour in 9Q. Chapter: "work, Energy & Power" :: topic: "Units of Work, Energy & Power". Used meter scale, chalk piece as material aids & Blackboard, videos and presentation as A-V aids. Feels like, students got clear idea on different types of units, & how to obtain SI units for physical quantities from units of the fundamental quantities. Discussed units for other systems also.
27 November, 2023
Day 27 - Teaching practice (27 November, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty.
Substitution at 1st hour in 6T for Rosemarry tr (Basic Science).
Substitution Physics class at 2nd hour in 8Q. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topics : "Ray diagrams of spherical mirrors”. Used convex & concave mirrors, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics” and presentation as A-V aids. Feels like, students got an idea on the properties of images that are formed in spherical mirrors for different positions of the object.
Substitution at 3rd, 4th & 6th hour in 8O (for Bindu tr - Malayalam(3rd & 6th) & Ponnachan sir - Hindi(4th)). Chapter : “Reflection of light in spherical mirrors” :: concepts : “Image formed in spherical mirrors”, “Ray diagrams for image formation in spherical mirrors”. Feels like, students got an idea on the properties of images that are formed in spherical mirrors for different positions of the object.
Substitution at 7th hour in 9Q for PT hour.
26 November, 2023
25 November, 2023
Week 6 - Teaching practice @ ST MARY'S HSS PATTOM
Weekly Reflection Summary
Day 22 - 20 November, 2023
The day began with morning main gate line duty. I substituted in several classes throughout the day:
- 2nd hour: Substituted for Sosamma teacher (Basic Science) in 6Q.
- 3rd hour: Substituted in 8M.
- 4th hour: Substituted in 9P.
- 5th hour: Substituted in 9A for Lekshmi Raj (English - Prince Sir).
- 7th hour: Substituted in 9R.
Day 23 - 21 November, 2023
Started with morning main gate line duty.
In the 3rd hour, I taught Physics in 8Q on "Reflection of Light in Spherical Mirrors," focusing on "Image Formed by Spherical Mirrors." I used plane mirrors, convex and concave mirrors, a laser torch, a protractor, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Students were able to distinguish the properties of images formed by spherical mirrors for different object positions.
In the 4th hour, I conducted a Chemistry class in 9C1 on "Acids, Bases & Salts," covering "Alkalies." I used blackboard, presentation, Mg metal, a holder, spirit lamp, water beaker, and litmus paper. With guidance from Preetha teacher, students understood the concept of alkalies effectively.
In the 7th hour, I taught Physics in 9Q on "Work, Energy & Power," focusing on "Power." I used masses, blackboard, videos, and presentation aids. Students gained a clear understanding of power and its applications.
Day 24 - 22 November, 2023
Started with morning main gate line duty.
I substituted in the following classes:
- 3rd hour: In 6Q for Work Experience.
- 4th hour: In 8G for Biology (Biju Philips Sir).
- 6th hour: Taught a new Physics class in 8O on "Reflection of Light in Spherical Mirrors," focusing on "Spherical Mirrors." I used plane mirrors, convex and concave mirrors, a laser torch, a protractor, meter scale, markers, and PHET simulation “Geometric Optics.” Students received a clear introduction to optics.
The day concluded with evening line duty.
Day 25 - 24 November, 2023
Started with morning main gate line duty.
In the 1st hour, I taught Physics in 8Q on "Reflection of Light in Spherical Mirrors," focusing on "Ray Diagrams of Spherical Mirrors." I used convex and concave mirrors, a laser torch, blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics,” and presentation aids. Students were able to create ray diagrams for spherical mirrors.
In the 4th period, I conducted a Chemistry class in 9C1 on "Acids, Bases & Salts," covering "Neutralization Reactions" and "Neutralization & Salts." I used blackboard, presentation, dil. HCl, dil. NaOH, burette, pipette, holder, phenolphthalein, beaker, and conical flask. Students understood the concept of neutralization reactions and the products formed.
I observed Priyanka P S's class in the 5th hour (Physical Science) with Neena teacher also observing.
Engaged in sociometry activities in the evening.
Overall Reflection:
This week involved a blend of direct teaching, substitutions, and observations. Key activities included:
- Effective use of material and visual aids in teaching complex topics like optics and chemical reactions.
- Engaging students through practical demonstrations and interactive sessions.
- Receiving valuable feedback from peers and mentors, which contributed to enhancing teaching methods.
Substitution duties allowed me to experience a variety of subjects and classroom environments, enriching my teaching practice and providing insights into different teaching styles and classroom management strategies.
24 November, 2023
Day 25 - Teaching practice (24 November, 2023)
Morning main gate line duty…
Physics class at 1st hour in 8Q. Chapter: "Reflection of light in spherical mirrors" :: topics : "Ray diagrams of spherical mirrors”. Used convex & concave mirrors, laser torch as material aids, & blackboard, PHET simulation “Geometric Optics” and presentation as A-V aids. Feels like, students could make out ray diagrams of spherical mirrors.
Chemistry class at 4th period in 9C1. Chapter: "Acids, bases & salts" & topics: “Neutralization reactions" & “Neutralization & salts”. Used blackboard, presentation as A-V aids & dil. HCl, dil. NaOH, burette, pipette, holder, phenolphthalein, beaker, conical flask as material aids. Overall, it feels like, students got the concept of neutralization reactions & about the products formed in this process.
Observed class of Priyanka P S at 5th hour (Physical Science). Our Neena tr also observed the class.
Engaged in sociometry…
