TEACHING PRACTICE PHASE - II
Weekly Reflection - 2
DAY - 4( 10 NOVEMBER 2025)
Day four, Monday, November 10th, began on an inspiring high note with the school assembly, where a special announcement celebrated the students who won the 3rd prize with A Grade for the IT Working Model, adding a wave of enthusiasm to the morning. Before taking my smooth-running third-period class, I had a crucial discussion with my mentor, Sajeev Sir, clarifying pedagogical concerns about classroom interaction. The afternoon was productive, involving noon meal duties and handling two substitution periods, including an exciting opportunity to briefly introduce the Inquiry Training Model (ITM) to Class 8B. After assisting with the evening dispersal duties, I signed out, concluding a well-rounded day of both routine duties and meaningful professional growth.
DAY - 5( 11 NOVEMBER 2025)
The day had a uniquely calm atmosphere as the sub-district Kalolsavam had pulled many students and teachers away, making for a quieter school than usual. I took my regular third-period class with VIII B, where we continued with the planned topic, and the reduced class strength actually led to very focused and active student participation. After assisting with the noon-meal duty (featuring vegetable biryani!), the afternoon became a series of light-touch substitution periods during the 5th, 6th, and 7th hours. Recognizing the minimal attendance, I shifted focus away from core syllabus and engaged the few students present in light academic discussions and informal interactions, which helped maintain discipline and rapport. We finished the day by assisting with dispersal and signing out by 4:15 p.m., wrapping up a well-managed and pleasantly light day that offered a brief breather from the usual hectic routine.
DAY - 6( 12 NOVEMBER 2025)
This day was a demonstration of quiet productivity. Arriving by 9:15 a.m., I noted the continued calm atmosphere in the school due to the ongoing sub-district events, which meant a slightly reduced attendance. I took my regular class period and continued teaching the topic of Ratios, which thankfully saw the students show active participation and genuine interest in mastering the new concept. After a successful class, the day settled into its routine of assisting with noon meal duties and supporting other regular responsibilities. I wrapped up the day by assisting with dispersal and signing out by 4:15 p.m., leaving with a strong sense of satisfaction regarding the steady progress and focused engagement achieved.
DAY - 7( 13 NOVEMBER 2025)
Day seven, Thursday, November 13th, was a dynamic mix of routine teaching and unexpected events, set against the calm background of the ongoing Kalolsavam events. After signing in, the day started on a cheerful note as we wished the Class 9B 'Oppana' team good luck for their performance. I handled a substitution in the second period, followed by my regular, smooth-running class with 8B where we covered the topic Three Measures. An unexpected highlight was the need for quick action when a boy sustained a leg injury during PT; my peers and I promptly assisted him with first aid, underscoring the importance of vigilance. The afternoon involved more substitution duties, which I used creatively by engaging the students in fun numerical puzzles and interactive brain teasers during the last hour. We concluded the day with noon meal and dispersal duties, leaving at 4:15 p.m., feeling content for efficiently managing such an eventful and dynamic day.
DAY - 8( 14 NOVEMBER 2025)
The day was a memorable balance of routine and festivity, marked by Children's Day celebrations and the final day of the Kalolsavam. The school was vibrant, with KG students dressed as Chachaji and performances like Thiruvathira adding to the excitement, yet attendance was low due to the events. Despite the reduced class size, I combined the third and fourth periods, successfully introducing the new topic Part of a Line with an ICT-supported lesson plan, benefiting from the active and attentive participation of the students present. In the afternoon, I handled consecutive substitution periods (6th, 7th, and 8th hours), wisely shifting gears from formal teaching to engaging students with simple numerical puzzles and completing pending work, acknowledging their fatigue from the day's events. We concluded the day with noon meal and dispersal duties, signing out after a productive experience set against a joyful, festive school backdrop.