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    Dave Odtuhan conducted a field observation at Betsy Rhodes Elementary School for his EDU 201 class. He observed a teacher who effectively engaged students through varying instructional methods like verbal explanations, individual reading, and group discussions. The teacher worked to ease students' anxieties and help them feel successful. She maintained a positive classroom environment while also addressing disruptions firmly. The teacher treated students like friends to create strong connections, trust, and a supportive learning environment.

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    Dave Odtuhan

    Ms. Jacqueline Sgobba

    EDU 201

    19 December 2021

    Field Observation Experience

    Conducting observations and engaging in fieldwork are important components in

    providing insights on community life and practices. For my EDU-201 class, I chose to do my

    Field Observation at Betsy Rhodes Elementary School. It was a wonderful experience for me

    because I realized how far I am from my journey to become a great teacher. My assigned teacher

    was great at what she does, and she shared several tips and advice that I will use towards my

    journey.

    My teacher would alternate her ways of giving instructions. Sometimes she would have

    to explain it verbally, have the kids read it on their own, or she would have them in groups for

    group discussions. By doing so, she can informally assess the students’ reading comprehension,

    and allow them to productively socialize. Most importantly, she wanted to ease students' nerves,

    assuage their insecurities, and help them confirm their expectations so that they can be happy and

    successful in school. I was amazed by how my teacher managed to do so many things at once

    and at the same time offered an opportunity for students to demonstrate their knowledge and

    course correctly on their own when needed.

    The overall tone of the classroom was positive. The teacher paid close attention to the

    students' needs. For example, when she noticed one of her enthusiastic students was not

    participating at all, she was available to talk to him about how he feels and reassured him that it
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    is okay to feel down sometimes. She also talked about the fun games and events she had set for

    that coming week to get excited and think about something else. Her strategy was amazingly

    effective because I noticed a change in the student’s mood and energy in the classroom. My

    teacher also used positive words all the time. For instance, when the students were about to take

    their MAP tests, my teacher told them that she was immensely proud of them for working hard,

    and that all she wants them to do is to do their best and that their best is different from each

    other. Personally, messages like this from the teacher made me realize that it increases the

    students’ confidence and lessens their anxiety when taking the test. She also celebrated with each

    individual student when they finished their tests. Although the classroom tone was mostly

    positive, there were instances when the teacher had to become firmer with her tone to address

    disruptions and disobediences of expectations and rules. This created a great balance of the

    classroom tone which resulted in a fun and productive classroom.

    My favorite thing I learned is to treat students like friends. By doing so, it allows you to

    become more relatable and approachable. When you are relatable, students feel a strong

    connection with you, and they start trusting you. Only then can you create a classroom

    environment that is more conducive to learning and meet students' developmental, emotional,

    and academic needs. Relatability and approachability results in more engagement in learning,

    better behavior in class and higher levels of academic achievement. I would apply this

    knowledge in my future classroom because as mentioned above, it is important to have a

    personal connection with students for them to become more successful academically and

    emotionally.

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