Task #1
Task #1
I understand affective learning as caring and sharing, and showing that you care. I also think that instruction no. 100 "BELIEVE" is the most important one. I see other teacher who stop believing. It is our duty never to lose hope, always keep trying and never giving up on the students. Today in the school where I am doing my practicals I prepared a test to ask the students what a good teacher is for them, how I can become a better teacher and how they can become better students. The most common answer for a good student is one that is funny but also strict. They also said they like to do projects and group work. At the heading I wrote "Your opinion matters to me" and at the end of the 6 questions "Thank you very much for answering". Tomorrow after having read their answers I will thank them again and praise them because they have shown a lot of maturity and many other intelligent responses. This has been my way of practicing affective learning this week. The test was anonymous and they gave me very good feedback which I am so grateful for.
I understand affective learning as caring and sharing, and showing that you care. I also think that instruction no. 100 "BELIEVE" is the most important one. I see other teacher who stop believing. It is our duty never to lose hope, always keep trying and never giving up on the students. Today in the school where I am doing my practicals I prepared a test to ask the students what a good teacher is for them, how I can become a better teacher and how they can become better students. The most common answer for a good student is one that is funny but also strict. They also said they like to do projects and group work. At the heading I wrote "Your opinion matters to me" and at the end of the 6 questions "Thank you very much for answering". Tomorrow after having read their answers I will thank them again and praise them because they have shown a lot of maturity and many other intelligent responses. This has been my way of practicing affective learning this week. The test was anonymous and they gave me very good feedback which I am so grateful for.
I have also put in practice "Take 1", a mindfulness exercise where we are quiet for a minute. This was just a start, but it left them hungry for more!
ReplyDeleteThis Take 1 activity sounds very interesting! I will take note and see how I can apply it.
ReplyDeleteI think one of our challenges is to find that balance between being "fun" and strict. That is nice that you asked your students' opinion. That way, they feel part of the process of learning and you show them that you care!
ReplyDeleteWow, Silvia! What a beautiful example of affective learning you have shared here. You have clearly shown that you are there for them and that you are willing to change. This open channel will make them respect and also care about you.
ReplyDeleteI agree 100% that believing makes all the difference for our students. When they notice that you think they can do it, they put extra effort and make it happen. Sadly, the opposite is also true.
One suggestion I give you is for you to map all students' answers and discuss these with your class. They will be very engaged in our classes because you are building the course together as a group.
Great beginning!