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Quarter 1

October 10,2022

Today's class was amazing! I want to share how I made the lesson all about my
students and how it helped them learn and grow.

We talked about taking care of the environment and being part of the community.
To start, I asked the kids what they already knew and cared about regarding
environmental issues. It was great to see them open up and share their thoughts.

Then, I divided them into groups and let them choose topics to research together.
They had the freedom to explore online resources and not just stick to textbooks.
This made them think critically and become better researchers.

When it was time for the presentations, each group confidently shared what they
found. It was clear they were passionate about their topics. Their enthusiasm
made me believe in the power of student-centered teaching.

I noticed some wonderful things happening. First, the students took charge of
their own learning and were motivated to do well. Second, they learned to work
together and understand different viewpoints. Lastly, they got to apply what they
learned to real-world issues, which made them feel like they could make a
difference in their community.

As a teacher, I feel so proud to see my students grow and learn in this way. They
not only learned about the environment but also developed essential skills like
critical thinking, teamwork, and communication.

I'm excited to keep improving my teaching so that my students can become

lifelong learners and responsible citizens. It's amazing to see how much they can
achieve when we put their needs and interests at the center of our lessons.
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Quarter 2

January 10,2023

Today's math class was a lot of fun and a great chance for me to teach in a way
that focuses on the students. I believe that kids learn best when they are actively
involved and engaged in their learning. So, I wanted to share how I did that and
how it helped the kids in my class.
We were learning about fractions today, specifically comparing and ordering
them. To make it easy for the kids to understand, I started by asking them what
they already knew about fractions. This way, I could build on their existing
knowledge and help them connect it to new concepts.
To make learning more interactive, I used different tools like fraction bars and
circles. These hands-on materials helped the kids see and feel what fractions
really mean. We also used diagrams and number lines to help them understand
fractions better.
To encourage teamwork and cooperation, I split the kids into small groups. Each
group had to work together to compare and order fractions. This way, they could
learn from each other and come up with different ways to solve problems.
I made sure to support the kids individually, helping them when they needed it
and asking them questions to make them think. After the group work, each team
got a chance to share their ideas with the whole class. This sharing time helped
them listen and learn from each other.
I noticed some great things happening during the lesson. The kids were more
confident and excited about math because they could see and touch the
fractions. They also became better problem solvers by working together and
thinking critically. Even when they made mistakes, they saw it as a chance to
learn and improve.
I'm really happy to see how well the learner-centered approach worked for my
students. They not only understood fractions better, but they also developed
important skills like critical thinking, communication, and teamwork. I'm looking
forward to more exciting lessons like this one!
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Quarter 3

March 29. 2023

Today's science lesson was all about ecosystems and how living things depend
on each other. I believe that students should be at the center of their learning, so
I made sure they were actively involved. We started by talking about what they
already knew about ecosystems. This helped me understand where to begin the
lesson and what questions they had.

To make things more exciting, we did a hands-on activity. Students worked in

groups to create mini-ecosystems in glass containers. They chose different
things like soil, plants, and small creatures like snails or insects. This activity
allowed them to see how everything in an ecosystem is connected.

During the activity, I guided them and encouraged them to observe and write
down what they saw. They got to ask questions and think like scientists. Later,
we discussed their findings as a class, and they shared what they discovered in
their mini-ecosystems. It was great to see them listening and learning from each
other.

I noticed some really positive things during the lesson. The students were excited
and engaged. Doing the hands-on activity helped them understand the topic
better. They also learned how to think critically and solve problems like scientists
do. They took pride in taking care of their mini-ecosystems and learned to
appreciate nature and its creatures.

I'm so happy to see how much the students enjoyed the lesson and how much
they learned. I'll keep using these learner-centered methods in my future science
lessons. By letting the students take charge of their learning and giving them
hands-on experiences, I hope to inspire a love for science and create curious
and smart thinkers.
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Quarter 4

June 5, 2023

I believe that learning should be all about the students. I want them to be curious
and love learning for life. So, I use a special way of teaching that focuses on
them, and it has made a big difference.

One thing I do is talk to my students a lot. I ask them about what they like and
what they already know. This helps me know what they need to learn and makes
the lessons more interesting for them.

I also let my students make some choices in their learning. When they do
projects or assignments, they can choose what they want to do and how they
want to show their understanding. This makes them feel in control and excited
about learning.

In our class, we work together a lot. I encourage students to talk to each other
and do activities in groups. This way, they learn from each other and become
good team players.

Instead of just giving grades, I give helpful feedback to my students. I tell them
what they are doing well and where they can improve. This helps them grow and
become better learners.

Since I started using this way of teaching, I have noticed some great changes.
My students are more interested in learning and take part in class more. They
also think better and can solve problems on their own. And most importantly, our
class is like a family, where everyone respects and supports each other.

I am happy to see my students enjoy learning and becoming confident learners. I

will keep using this approach because it works so well for them