Vipanchika

Thus, it's over. The second phase of teaching practice came to an end. Yes, we have done away with a fraction of our workload.We're happy, ofcourse. But the valediction was painful. Something, something at the corner of our heart seems to weigh us down. We are going to miss something so badly. Whether it's the calm, serene and tranquil atmosphere of the school, or it's the all supportive and ever smiling teachers, or it's the unconditional love of those innocent beings, our beloved students, I don't know.  The small yet beautiful valedictory function arranged by the school fraternity proved their love towards us. The love and affection showcased by the students touched our mind very much. What else does one need to make their day meaningful?!  We are leaving with a heavy heart not knowing why. GHSS Kanyakulangara you deserve a salute! 

I took a break from the teaching practice for a day. Do you know why? Because I was asked and summoned to take the demonstration class at college. After successfully completing the two sessions of teaching practice, it is not at all a task to engage a class. That much equipped we are with our teaching pedagogy and experiences. But still, I was all tensed and nervous, for I was supposed to engage the class of 6 people, almost all of them having a master degree! See the irony! You can fill an empty bottle, that's easier, I think. But what about bottles that are filled to the brim?! Yet, I managed to engage them satisfactorily. I tried hard to make them least bored; to help them maintain their interest even though the grammar portion was thorough to them.  Anyway, that was yet another page of experience in the book of my life. 

One of the essential requirements of the school internship, without any argument, is achievement test. It helps the teachers to measure the comprehension and subject mastery achieved by the students. It enables the teacher to identify the weaker areas of students' learning and helps the teacher cater to their needs and interests more. The achievement test was successfully conducted in 9. B, and the learners seemed to appear for the test quite seriously. Now, the answer sheets have to be corrected, diagnostic chart should be made, diagnostic test is to be conducted and remedial lessons are to be prepared. Wow, it seems that we are nearing the completion of our teaching practice. 

Well, the much awaited, 'several times postponed', second round observation took place today. Meekha Ma'am arrived on time, just two minutes before the bell for the second period rang. Arsha was well prepared and equipped with all her teaching aids including PPT, models and activity cards, and the teacher's feedback testified that her performance was worth the efforts. To speak about my class, I too was prepared, though there were less teachings aids, models and the like. I could handle the session well, though not so well as expected, but it was fruitful, I suppose. I was confident yet nervous, for there were two teachers, not one, to observe my class; Meekha Ma'am, our optional teacher and Abhilash Sir, my teacher concerned. However, I managed to engage the class satisfactorily. Thus,  we are free now; no more observations, no more tensions.