Rebekka Flam CO#1

Date/Time: 10/27/15 9:00 AM Sana' Grammar Class
Topic/Skill: Modals
Teacher Presentation: Sana began the class by asking students to explain modals. She reviewed the basic modals: can, should, and must.
Classroom Management: The instructor walked around the room to observe students, take notes, and offer feedback. She had command of the class by showing respect and enthusiasm for the subject.
Materials: Whiteboard, two paper handouts
Student Participation: The students worked in groups of three for several activities. They used modals to describe their home country (Ex. You can visit the capital city in Bolivia. You must try the national dish.) The students also worked together on the worksheets and answered Sana's questions when they were called on.
Feedback Provided: Sana collected "beautiful mistakes" and reviewed them after the speaking activity. She provided positive feedback, individually and to the entire class.
Lesson(s) on teaching you learned: I learned that it is extremely beneficial to plan a number of small activities. Sana kept the class engaged by writing on the board, doing worksheets, and facilitating speaking activities all within 50 minutes. I learned that it's good to call on students randomly and also encourage/require students to work with classmates from different countries and cultures.