Teacher Centred Lesson Reflection

During the teacher centred lesson I took at Pimilico State High School (PSHS) I feel as though the planning was adequate just not so much the delivery. It was interesting to see the feedback that students handed back in on their Learner Profiles even before I got a chance to start teaching.

Some things that I need to work on for a teacher centred lesson are things like preparing work for students that are fast workers and finish early. Giving them work resolves allot of classroom chatter. I need to avoid talking over people and demand attention by say a catch phase, “More work less chatter.” Need to be more clearer with instructions. Advising students of what I expect.

It was interesting to see that what the SBTE picked up on for not speaking loud enough a student also picked up on. The student by the name of “D” was witty enough to answer, “How can I help you learn better to reach your goals,” by answering,

“Explain things well and in a loud voice if speaking to a group.”

That has stuck with my thinking pattern today. My SBTE made a comment to me prior to the lesson. She mentioned that they were a smart bunch and out of all of them “D” will really be able to help you.

It must be like this for all first years fresh out of high school. I mean teaching a class of year 11 or 12s. It’s awkward. Being the same age and mental ability. Anyone can teach a bunch of grade 8s although teaching grade 11s or 12s requires study.