Observation on Teacher(s)

A. Planning for Teaching

When I was deployed to Anuban Udonthani School, I felt very honored to observe in the classroom. I was fortunate to have three resource teachers: one who translated their language for me, the adviser, and the teacher of Kindergarten 2, whom I observed closely.

Before starting their classes, I noticed that the practice teachers ensured all the materials needed for their activities were prepared in advance. Most of their activities were hands-on, allowing students to experience and actively engage in learning. For example, when teaching the children how to prepare papaya salad, or Som Tum, they had already peeled and grouped the necessary ingredients so that all the children could participate. For writing activities, such as practicing their alphabet, the teacher had already written the letters in their notebooks for the students to copy. The teachers also ensured that all activities were age-appropriate. They did not focus solely on academics but also taught practical life skills, such as grooming and fixing their beds.

B. Preparing Lesson Plans and Materias

When I asked my cooperating teacher how she prepares her lesson plans, she explained that, just like in the Philippines, she ensures her objectives are aligned with the topic, the students' age, and their strengths. She also prioritizes creating interactive activities that allow children to experience the lesson firsthand.

In her teaching, she always uses real objects to explain concepts, integrates technology such as PowerPoint presentations and short video clips, and makes full use of the materials available in the classroom. Their classroom is well-equipped, with toys, books, art materials, storybooks, and more, all provided by the school.

c. Teaching in class

My cooperating teacher and the pre-service teacher placed at the school begin the teaching by doing some reading. They read their alphabets, even the English ones, and practice counting numbers in English as well. Albeit I had difficulties comprehending them, I focused on the aspects related to what they actually did. The learners followed up with their lessons and activities after the reading session.

I was much fascinated with their plan of how they want to engage all the students, have all take an active part in the class, as well as all be able to grasp what has been taught in the class given the number of students in our class. In their classroom management, they always ensured that they grouped the learners in groups of five and ensured that learners were provided with differentiated tasks. For instance, the first group painted, the second group drew, the third group colored, the fourth cut, and the fifth did paper folding. I thought this approach was useful, and these strategies will be employed in the future.

After completing their activities, students put their final output obtained at the end of their activity on the board arranged outside the classroom. Their work was made to be seen by everybody thanks to the board and the names written on it. This not only made the students proud of their creations, but also parents could also have a look at how their children are growing up and what they are learning at school.

After lunch, the children had napped for two hours, and my cooperating teacher demonstrated to them how to make their beds both when they are sleeping and when they wake up. During the afternoon session, my cooperating teacher gave the children a writing assignment in which they were expected to write the Thai alphabet, the English alphabet, and numbers. After copying the content, the students would draw or create a piece of artwork at the bottom of their notebooks.

D. measurement AND EVALUATION

Measurement and evaluation for formative purposes are primarily conducted through group activities, such as games and experiential tasks. However, when it is necessary to assess writing skills, the teacher provides seatwork. Summative assessments, on the other hand, are usually carried out using traditional paper-and-pen methods but include a variety of formats such as drawing, coloring, writing, and other creative activities.

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