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May 8, 2018
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End of Placement Review

May 7, 2018
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The Final Wrap Up

This placement has provided me with several learning opportunities and I am developing my own educational philosophy and teacher style. I was fortunate to have such a wide range of experiences during the six weeks with school trips, sports competitions and one to one observations. Gaining insight into these aspects has allowed me to grow […] Continue reading

April 29, 2018
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It’s the Final Countdown

Another week is done and dusted which means there is just one week left of placement in second year. In ways I am relieved that I am almost finished as I am exhausted and cannot wait for a lie in. However, I am starting to feel sad about leaving my little class as they are […] Continue reading

April 24, 2018
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4 weeks down, 2 to go!

I found myself in shock the other day as I sat down and counted how many days of placement I had completed and how many I had left. The time is going by in a flash. This week has given me experience and understanding of more elements of teaching. I have been given the responsibility […] Continue reading

April 16, 2018
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Week 6: Monday

I can’t believe that that this was my final Monday of placement. Going into my last week I was overcome by different emotions. I was sad to be leaving the school, however, I was also very happy about completing my learning from life placement having had such an amazing experience. I truly believe that this […] Continue reading

April 15, 2018
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Halfway there

Well, the Easter Holidays are officially over and week 3 is complete. Between seeing my pupils and staff members it almost feels as if I never left school. With week 3 over, that means I am already halfway through my placement- how time flies! After 2 weeks of sleeping in and socialising with some work […] Continue reading

April 15, 2018
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alle kleiner Kinder – Week 5 in Stuttgart Reflection

First week back at ISS after the Easter break last week and I feel that I have been able to get back into the structure of working at the international school of Stuttgart and gain new knowledge once again in terms of professional development. Before the holidays, I had worked my way down the grades […] Continue reading

March 26, 2018
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LfL – Section 2: Staff Training (Week 2)

This week (19/03/18 – 23/03/18) was designated to staff training and orientation. In doing this, the staff understand what is expected of them, and what the expectations of the Outdoor School are for the season ahead. We went over various behaviour management strategies and how to ensure we are safe when participating in outdoor lessons, […] Continue reading

March 23, 2018
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Week 1 Reflection

Wednesday Wednesday is a half day in France meaning that the children finish school at half past eleven. This is very different to Scotland as school runs to and from the same time every day. It felt very strange leaving the school at this time. However, it did allow me to recharge and go into […] Continue reading

March 23, 2018
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LfL – Section 2: Arriving at Camp and School Presentations

After arriving at the College Settlement Camp on Tuesday (13/03/18) and settling into our new home for the next 11 weeks, Jocelyn and I made ourselves familiar with the camp. We took a walk round some of the 235 acres of camp, and discovered many of the onsite facilities. For example; a dining hall, boys and girl […] Continue reading

March 21, 2018
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LfL – Section 1: Identification of Learning Opportunities

I will be learning constantly throughout this placement. For example; I will be constantly updating my knowledge of science, especially animals and plants as well as handling animals, cleaning them out, feeding them and taking general care of the animals. I will be constantly learning from the staff and teachers around me taking from them […] Continue reading

March 21, 2018
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LfL – Section 1: Reflection of Experiences to Date

In terms of experiences which have equipped me with the skills for this placement, my MA1 school placement would probably have had the biggest impact. This is because it has allowed me to identify the areas which I am successful and confident in, and which areas I need to work on. For example, one area […] Continue reading

February 19, 2018
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Classroom Organisation and Management

Classroom Organisation and Management Seating I would have group tables of 4 to 6 children of mixed abilities and skills, so the pupils have a chance to work together with each other and they can help each other. I would ensure that the children I sat together got along but would regularly mix up the […] Continue reading

February 9, 2018
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Management and Organisation in the Classroom

Organisation and Management: Having tables of 4 or 6 helps avoid noise during the lessons. I would also make sure children get to sit with people they get along with, but if it becomes too chatty it is good to mix the groups to ensure children are focussed and so that they also get a …

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February 7, 2018
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Organising the classroom for learning

In relation to Organisation and Accessibility, we see that classroom organisation and management is key in relation to the aims, requirements and curriculum plans within the classroom. The organisation within the classroom can increase the effectiveness of the teachers and their strategies and it will make the children find it easier to learn. It is … Continue reading Organising the classroom for learning Continue reading

February 3, 2018
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Providing a Structure to Eliminate Fear – The Drama Lesson

Drama is one of the curricular areas in which many teachers fear teaching. They don’t want to take the risk that if they bring their class onto the school stage, chaos will erupt, and behavioural management becomes more difficult to implement than ever before. With these assumptions, I ask how are we to encourage children […] Continue reading

January 23, 2018
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Keep your Chimp in the Cage!

January, you’ve caught me out again. Your presence inflicts upon me the sort of gloomy, stern feeling that tightly stretches out the hours of daylight and compresses the moonglow. I’m left hanging on until the end of month, desperate that a prince will rescue me into the romanticised February. This New Year seemed to shower … Continue reading “Keep your Chimp in the Cage!” Continue reading

October 4, 2017
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Resource Allocation Task

Last week’s resource allocation workshop, led by Derek, was an introduction to the idea of equality within the classroom. The task highlighted the issue of class division and lack of resources within certain schools – an issue which we will all face as prospective teachers. The task set was for each of the five small […] Continue reading

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