👩🏫 One Challenge, One Lesson
During my practicum, one challenge that really caught me off guard was managing noise levels during group activities. It sounds simple enough, but when you’re in the thick of it, it feels like a battle you’re not sure you’ll win. There was one particular lesson that sticks in my mind. I had planned a group activity where students were supposed to work together and discuss their ideas. At first, everything seemed fine. The students were chatting and collaborating, just what I wanted. But then, things started to spiral. The noise grew louder and louder, and it wasn’t just talking; it was students talking over each other, laughing, and moving around. The more I tried to get their attention, the more the chaos seemed to spread. I won’t lie, it was a little overwhelming. In that moment, I realized something important: trying to quiet them down wasn’t working . I was struggling to control the room, and it wasn’t just frustrating, it was draining. That’s when I learned a valuable lesson: ...