Engaging Lesson Plans: Crafting lesson plans has been such an important part of my learning journey! Each lesson required me to think carefully about what my students needed and how to engage them. For example, when I was designing a phonics lesson, I included fun activities like games, songs, and hands-on exercises to keep everyone engaged and help reinforce their understanding. This experience really showed me how important creativity and flexibility are in teaching!

Student-Centered Learning: One of the biggest takeaways for me has been the power of student-centered learning. I found that when students feel valued and their interests are woven into lessons, their motivation skyrockets! This realization has inspired me to ask for student feedback and continuously adapt my teaching methods to better meet their needs.

Confidence in Teaching: I’ve grown so much in my confidence as an educator! At first, I was a bit nervous about managing diverse classrooms and using effective teaching strategies. However, with more practice and feedback, I’ve come to really believe in my ability to create supportive and engaging learning environments. The course has emphasized that being adaptable and resourceful is key. Whether I need to tweak a lesson on the fly or find creative ways to help struggling students, I’ve become much better at thinking on my feet and tackling challenges!