Careless whisper

Quickly, the fourth week is over. 2 observations are done, and in the same day too... Everyone was shocked when? I said two in a day.

I planned earlier with my math ct that i would like her to observe me when i teach the 2nd topic - properties of triangles and four-sided figures. Actually, when i heard that i need to teach geometry, it was like as if the sun was shining on my face. Cos i loveeeeeeee geometry, more less than math itself.

the observation was good and fantastic to say the most. i was prepared, and confident that the class would be comfortable with me, and able to understand what i was teaching. everything is concise, and my kids are manageable. a HA class tends to show you a lot of complacency as they are able to comprehend and do questions that are higher in difficulty than what could be found in the syllabus. nonetheless, i was able to grasp what is needed to teach in a class for math.

my only wish and concern is the ability to seek out programs that could help with the students understanding in various math topics. most are payable without a trial run. i mean, how am i, as an educator be able to upgrade my curriculum teaching if i were interested in a program on my own. it costs a whole lot unlike when u get it for the school.

free programs are limited, but i guess being able to source it out is worth the time. for primary school level, most trials are able to provide you with the necessary items unlike higher order math.


After which, i had my supervisor's observation. thank heavens my main ct isn't observing me, as i felt like i wasnt able to accomplish what i intend to do in that 1hr lesson. what shines through is my classroom management (which is what my sup is focusing on) and my attitude.

without the correct attitude, you won't be able to get pass the real teaching world. i was almost in tears because i felt that she would penalise me for not being able to accomplish my objectives, but she was very patient with me and gave me ample time after that to do a reflection on the lesson. while she was sipping coffee i explained to her what was difficult, what can i do about it, and how uncomfy i was teaching something i felt i wasnt at the correct proficiency level.

she understood my fears and offered that she could observe me if need be in math class. but she reassured me that i passed, so there isnt a cause for worry.

buti still am. the next round is 10 weeks. if u gave me lower pri eng, i would have the same confidence in teaching like p5 math. but for the upper primary, it would cause me worry when there is a need for observation. expectations will run high and i definitely do not want to bring the class down in that 10 week long process. the kids are my worry. not if my own selfishness.

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