ReflectionTask 1.1: At the beginning of my placement I set myself goals to refer to in order to manage and get the most out of it:

Analyse my attitude towards my learning by being responsible for being actively involved and taking opportunities to further my knowledge and experiences

Science/English/Maths: I demonstrated and involved the students in making jelly, and we then talked about procedure writing.

Reflect on my learning

I made many reflections, evaluations and journal entries to reflect on how I was learning and growing as a teacher, and what outcomes I wanted the students to learn and if they met these outcomes.

I consistently judged how the lessons were going and if I needed to change things for next time to achieve successful and effective learning for the students.

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Develop collaborative working

I did this by planning with my mentor and taking on advice given.This allowed me to grow as a teacher and improve my lessons and teaching.

I kept in contact with the Uni Liaison and Site Coordinator, and was supported by other staff and pre-service teachers during my placement.

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Encourage my self-esteem

By: Asking for feedback Managing my time Promoting a support network

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Understand rules and policies

School motto: Responsibility, fairness and respect

Yard areas for play

Protocols of classroom

Procedures e.g. lock down and fire drill

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Familiarise myself with school resources and facilities

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Mathematics resources

Art supplies

Printer/copier

Library

Observe students abilities and needs

Through note taking, talking with the students and getting to know them, and during teaching and lessons.

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Conclude:These goals I set myself allowed me to make the most of my professional experience, and because of them I gained enriching learning experiences and grew both as a future educator and as a learner.