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LIZZY MAJA
Final blog
10 Nov 2021, 22:50
I am of the view that the importance of music education in the complete development of young learners cannot be overstated. Unfortunately, the vast majority of Grade R teachers lack the necessary skills to teach music in a way that best supports their students' overall development, as in most cases this component of their preservice and in-service training is ignored.
Individual reflection helped me recognize how far I'd come in a lesson while also allowing me to think about how I could enhance it. We learn from our mistakes and experiences. However, we will not be able to make any changes unless we ask ourselves about what our experiences imply and actively think about them. Individual reflection allows us to progress beyond simply experiencing to comprehending. I believe that reflection is a significant part of becoming a good teacher and may be quite beneficial. It allows a teacher to reflect thoroughly on their teaching, including what they do in the classroom, why they do it, and why it works, allowing them to discover any modifications or improvements that could be made.
All aspects of a child's growth and skills for school readiness, including logical, interpersonal, physical, communication, and total literacy, are inspired by music. It assists in the coordination of the body and mind. Early exposure to music assists children in learning the sounds and meanings of words.
SU 3
19 Sep 2021, 20:49
1 .What made learners uncomfortable during the two activities was that they had to sing a song in Zulu. The second activity was that they had to dance to a Amapiano.
2. The reasons why some learners were uncomfortable with these activities is because they sang a song in a language they did not understand, as a result, learners did not understand what the lyrics are saying. Secondly, learners had to dance to a house music, which was against their religious belief to dance infront of the boys.
3. To address these issues I would ensure that I learn about each student's cultural differences, from learning styles to the language they speak, and include this information into a lesson ideas. For example, provide relevant resources to English language learners to help them enhance their English comprehension abilities. Instead of giving a traditional lecture, create learning experiences that are more interactive.
4. • We have to keep learning active
Physical education, role playing, discussions, and practical exercises provide opportunities to engage all students in a variety of activities and teaching methods.
•. Grouping
When teaching a diverse set of students, form small groups common interests, learning styles, or mixed abilities. Studies have shown that peer teaching is an extremely effective method for promoting independence and creating social relationships (Katy Clouds, 2020). I agree with this because allowing plenty of time for conversation and providing help as required is crucial for mixed-ability groups.
•. Unique learning environment
We can create an environment for the classroom in which all learners can excel. This may include involving learners as part of a learning activity, building quiet spaces or arranging a range of learning stations.
• Communicate with students and as far as possible understand their demands. Surveys, a comment box, a more personal knowledge of students and their preferences can assist in creating lesson plans that involve each student in class.