We started our teaching prac. lesson this week. Three down and three to go.............
I have received good feedback and really enjoy the experience. My admiration for teachers has grown this last week. I really didn't realise how much time goes into lesson planning - and preparation, but it has all been worth it. I have had good lessons and constructive feedback.
Each lesson that we do is observed by one of the TEFL trainers and one of our peers. They give us feedback, and so do the students. THE STUDENTS , they are awesome, all adult learners ranching from 20's to 60's - male and female. TEFL offers the lesson free of charge so that we can get experience. The students know this when they sign up. There are different language ability groups, ranging from Basic Beginners to High Intermediate. Some of the students have been at the school for 3 years and have moved from basic beginner to high intermediate. Over six lessons we get the opportunity to teach all the groups, as well as doing a One to One Assessment and Lesson. This as you can imagine gives us great experience teaching the different language proficiencies. It is also quite a challenge, because each group is different and you only get to teach them once or maybe twice over the 2 week period. But it has been a brilliant experience and I have learned so much. Totally worth it. Today we had a seminar about getting work and job opportunities in Buenos Aires, and despite the economical crisis, I feel rather positive. Will need to work 30-40 hours a week to meet expenses and have some fun! Will make a change from the 80-100 that I used to work!!!! Wednesday morning got great news...............................................................
I passed my Grammar Exam - 84% , I was so chuffed. Celebrated with my own small bottle of Chandon (bottle of bubbles). Other good news have finally found a suitable apartment for Brad and Myself. (watch future posts for more info and photos). Other good news this week is that Brad has changed his ticket so arrives in BA a week earlier 1 JULY .
Will celebrate the end of a great week with a TANGO LESSON/DINNER AND SHOW...............
going out tomorrow with the gals to chill out and enjoy!
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