Describe 3 "lessons learned" to date by being in a classroom this semester. In particular, discuss what you learned about - or from - your PDS students.
In the few months that I've been at East Dale Elementary I have learned more than I thought I would in an entire year. I've realized what my education teachers have said about teaching is true, and in fact, educating a student is not an easy task at all. I'm stationed in a Kindergarten classroom now and I have learned that classroom management and structure is a must at all times. The students seem to really enjoy learning, but can get off track very easily. It is important, as a teacher, to maintain control and the student's interest to have productive classroom time. Also, these students have taught me how fun and rewarding teaching can be. I honestly had the best time when I was teaching the whole class the letter "M." I was very nervous, but standing in front of the class and having them interact with me was so much fun. When they told me they were having fun and I could see how smart they were and how eager they were to learn, I just knew this was the career for me. Finally another lesson these students taught me, was that no matter how organized you are as a teacher anything can happen and sometimes you just have to go with it. I was in this classroom when there was a fire drill, when there was a gas leak and the students had to be dismissed early, and also when a young girl vomitted on the floor and had to leave early. Each time I noticed that my host teacher had to accomodate what she was doing, but handled the situation in probably the best way possible. I learned that sometimes other things need to be taken care of or are more important and I need to just go with it and accomplish what needs to be done. These are probably the three most important lessons that I have learned so far and can't wait to see what I learn in the future.
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I am also in a kindergarten class and I can definitely relate to your lessons learned. Classroom management seems like such an issue and I feel as though it's going to be difficult for me my first year. I think it's great that we are able to go to our PDS and see these things because it makes us more aware for when we have our own classrooms.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have had a positive experience in your PDS this semester. You are very right; it is hard to keep the students on task and into the lesson for a long period of time. I am glad to hear that you were given the opportunity to teach the whole class. It is scary at first but the more you do it the easier it gets. I hope you have a positive experience next semester as well!
ReplyDeleteYou have done a wonderful job this semester. You have experienced situations in my classroom that you are not taught in college. You have been so flexible in all of those situations that were not planned. I thank you for all of your help in those situations. I know if these things happen to you in the future you will know how to handle them with ease. It has also been a postive experience for me and my students as well. They are excited when you come and I appreciate all of the time and effort in making this experience a success for you as well as them. I am glad you will be coming back next semester. I know that the students will benefit from you coming all year long. Way to go on your first semester in the classroom!
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