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"Christmas is not just a season, but a state of mind, filled with love, joy, and peace."
On December 22, 2022, we celebrated Christmas at Mar Theophilus Training College with great joy and excitement. Everyone was dressed in festive attire and brimming with happiness. We had a Christmas friend exchange, where I gave a gift to Maria and received a gift from Bijo, a junior.
The celebrations began at 10:30 AM in the college auditorium, where I had the honor of giving the welcome address as the General Secretary of the college.
The program was filled with various entertaining activities, including carol singing, Santa Claus making an appearance and amusing us by speaking in gibberish, dance performances, songs, and a tableau. Father delivered a heartfelt Christmas message, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony. The atmosphere was festive and lively, with everyone enjoying the celebrations.
After the program, we took selfies, shared the delicious cake, and wished each other well before parting ways for the 10-day Christmas holiday. It was a memorable celebration that left us all in high spirits, ready to enjoy the holiday season with our loved ones.
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Returning to college on Monday, we were surprised to find ourselves tasked with organizing the assembly just two days later, on Wednesday. Despite the short notice, our class embraced the challenge with determination and teamwork.
Each of us took on different responsibilities, and I was given the opportunity to present international news during the assembly. We decided to dress in red and white to create a sense of unity and coordination.
Despite the time constraints, we worked diligently to ensure that everything was in place for the assembly. With everyone putting in their best efforts, the morning of the event arrived smoothly. As we gathered for the assembly, there was a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation in the air.
To our relief and delight, the assembly went off without a hitch, surpassing our expectations. It was a testament to our class's ability to adapt and excel, even under pressure, showcasing our unity and teamwork in action.
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Ending my first phase of teaching practice was a bittersweet moment, leaving me with a heavy heart and tearful eyes. Working with my 19 students felt incredibly special, each of their names now etched in my heart forever. Wanting to leave a lasting memory, I brought laddus and crafted personalized bookmarks for my students, who were delighted with their gifts.
As I bid farewell, my students hugged me tightly, reluctant to let go, and tearfully asked me to visit them often. Overwhelmed with emotion, I received a bundle of feedback letters from them, each one touching my heart deeply. Despite my own tears, I offered them words of advice, encouraging them to be good, study hard, and reach for the stars. My love for them was evident, and I knew I would miss them dearly.
After the class, we completed all our records and attendance sheets, and my teacher in charge, Kavitha ma'am, provided positive feedback, awarding me full marks for the teaching practice. It was a rewarding end to a memorable day, and I couldn't help but feel grateful for the fruitful result of my efforts. Saying goodbye to my students was difficult, but I left with cherished memories and the hope of visiting them again soon.
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"Empowered women empower the world."
Conscientization is crucial as it involves raising awareness and understanding of social, political, and economic injustices, enabling individuals to recognize and challenge oppression. This process fosters critical thinking and empowers people to take action for positive change.
Empowering young girls is essential for fostering their self-confidence, leadership skills, and ability to advocate for themselves and others. In today's world, it prepares them to break barriers, achieve their potential, and contribute meaningfully to society.
As part of our teaching practice, we organized a conscientization program on women empowerment on December 7th, 2023, focusing on the crucial role of girls in shaping our future society. Recognizing the importance of addressing societal issues, particularly in a girls' school setting, we chose topics such as child marriage, acid attacks, and menstrual hygiene for discussion.
In my class, I shed light on the detrimental effects of child marriage, emphasizing the significance of financial independence and education in empowering young girls to break free from such harmful practices and contribute positively to society.
Borrowing a period from our teacher, we conducted the program, providing a platform for open dialogue and critical thinking among the students. My friends and I led discussions on various aspects of women empowerment, aiming to raise awareness and instill a sense of empowerment among the girls.
Through this program, we sought to inspire the students to become agents of change in their communities, advocating for gender equality and social justice. The class proved to be enlightening and empowering, encouraging students to take proactive steps towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society.
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On December 5, 2023, I had my third turn of observation. Meekha ma'm had already informed us that she would be strictly checking our records, reflective journals, observation books, and most importantly, ensuring we had rectified and improved our classes from the earlier observation. I was well-prepared and decided to introduce my innovative work, which I had worked hard on, to my students.
I planned a lesson for "Rosa Parks Sat Still," and since it was the last class for this chapter, I utilized my innovative work—a spinning story wheel—to summarize the entire chapter, highlighting the significant events in Rosa Parks' life. Additionally, I created a scrapbook that depicted the whole story pictorially for better understanding and retention.
The students' responses were overwhelmingly positive; they thoroughly enjoyed the spinning story wheel and the scrapbook. I was thrilled with their engagement. Meekha ma'm also appreciated my efforts and the class overall. I believe the class was a success.
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A diagnostic test is essential for pinpointing students' areas of difficulty, allowing teachers to provide targeted remedial instruction to address specific gaps in understanding. On December 1st, I administered a diagnostic test consisting of 10 questions worth one mark each, giving the students 10 minutes to complete it.
The purpose was to quickly identify which areas the students were struggling with. The students completed the test promptly, and I took the opportunity to check their answers during my recess hours.
Through this quick assessment, I discovered that many students had difficulties with adverbs and distinguishing between similes and metaphors. Recognizing the need for immediate intervention, I decided to offer a remedial class focusing on these topics.
o facilitate this, I borrowed an extra hour from the Hindi teacher and scheduled the remedial session for a later day. During this additional class, I provided clear explanations and engaging exercises to help students understand and master the concepts they were struggling with, ensuring they could improve their comprehension and performance in these areas.
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