The last two weeks were interesting as I got to see the teachers of three different Math courses teach in their own unique ways. While the general method was to explain a concept on the board while the students listened and took any notes they needed, it was interesting to see how the teachers just explained everything differently. They each have their own personal shortcuts and philosophies. Then of course there was free work time, where I could try to help kids when they needed it. My second week of observations was completely free work time with teachers going over questions as students got stuck, because it's exam review time. As I'm typing this, those kids are taking their Algebra or Geometry exams.
Admittedly, I didn't observe more than two periods this week because of Class Officer meetings and then my Calculus teacher launching rockets... I spent my math observations observing Calculus that day I guess, but that was definitely an excellent example of building rapport. Still, I got a good look at the differences between an Inclusive Math class and an Honors Math class, as well as the freshman dynamic that is always interesting. High school is definitely for me.
Admittedly, I didn't observe more than two periods this week because of Class Officer meetings and then my Calculus teacher launching rockets... I spent my math observations observing Calculus that day I guess, but that was definitely an excellent example of building rapport. Still, I got a good look at the differences between an Inclusive Math class and an Honors Math class, as well as the freshman dynamic that is always interesting. High school is definitely for me.