Mini Lesson Follow Up

I have to say that I felt like these mini lessons were just going to be busy work for the class...I didn't really feel like there would be much of a learning experience out of what we were assigned to do. Show's you how much I know....

I think the most important idea behind this small project was to get us more comfortable in being in front of the classroom. It also challenged us to be creative and engage students in the lesson, which is often looked over in the classroom. I found that it was slightly difficult for me to think of a creative way to prepare the material...I have been a part of the basic sit and listen while being lectured to for so long that when I thought about my mini lesson, that's all I could come up with. It was just a reminder that the easiest way to teach is to lecture, but it's not always the most effective.

I also thought it was very important to review the basic grammar problems in writing. I found that I was not completely aware of several rules that were gone over on Wednesday. This, again, was a helpful reminder that as teachers, we must continue to review material, as well as learn new material.

Needless to say, I will no longer question the assignments made in this class. Each of them has a purpose, maybe some not as obvious as others, but still very important to my future career!!!!!!

Great job on your presentations everyone!!!!!!!