Coummincation as a teacher 1

Reflecting on the Jigsaw Activity

• Importance of reflection in teaching: Assessing what went well and areas for improvement.

• Positive Aspects:

  • Interactive engagement among students.

  • Reduced need for direct reading by the teacher.

• Challenges:

  • Time constraints were mentioned, with the activity taking longer than expected.

  • Longer activities can lead to decreased interest from students.

• Potential Improvements:

  • Smaller groups could enhance student interaction and maintain interest.

  • Planning ahead for group sizes based on content coverage is essential.

Reflective Practice in Assessments

• Reflective practice is vital for teacher assessment, involving self-evaluation and peer feedback.

• Students are required to create a link to their practice work for peer review.

• Incorporating feedback into self-evaluation assists in identifying strengths and areas for growth.

• Reflective discussions will be part of a role-play assessment activity with the instructor.

The Impact of Self-Concept

• Self-concept shapes both teaching and learning outcomes.

• Components of Self-Concept:

  • Intellectual, social, and physical self-perception.

  • Aspirational self-image vs. actual perception by others.

• Influence on Teaching:

  • Teacher's self-concept affects communication with students.

  • Students' self-concepts influence their engagement and learning attitudes.

• Negative self-concepts can lead to disengagement and academic failure.

• Importance for teachers to recognize and address students’ negative self-perceptions.

• Adapting communication and teaching strategies may foster a more positive learning environment.

Understanding Communication Strategies

• Importance of effective communication for conducive learning environments.

• Verbal Communication:

  • Tone, pitch, and clarity vary between primary and high school settings.

• Nonverbal Communication:

  • Includes environmental setup (visual timetables, classroom displays).

• Engaging students through activities that promote listening and participation, like games.

Positive Classroom Language Strategies

• Choice of language impacts classroom environment and student responses.

• Positive Alternatives:

  • Replace directives like "shut up" with "can you use a soft voice?"

  • Instead of accusations, approach with questions like, "Can we clean up together?"

  • Use supportive phrases like "I believe you can do it" instead of authoritarian language.

• Importance of asking comprehension questions rather than simple "Yes/No" questions.

  • Encourage students to explain what they understand to assess their grasp of the material effectively.

Conclusion and Upcoming Activities

• Emphasis on continual reflection and adapting communication strategies for better teaching outcomes.

• Engage in short video clips about effective communication strategies for teachers as a resource for self-improvement.

• Follow-up with questions and practical activities after video sessions.