18/1/10

I have found a useful tool in the classes - leadership. Let me explain. Over a period, I noticed that asking my class what they wanted to do that day was better than my always telling them what we'd learn that day. Of course, there would be shouts of breaks and parties, followed by a lot of laughter. But they would also all scream out different topics from their lessons. Although it meant a few minutes gone in deciding and settling down, the effect this little process of involving them in decision making was awesome. They were very proactive, responsive and responsible. More than half my work done there! Another very effective tool to get the kids interested, I discovered, is the blackboard. The kids love to be asked to come forward to solve stuff on the board. Most of them love it, and they almost fight to come to the board. But slowly the shy ones too are beginning to enjoy the limelight! I am very obviously happy to see the kids take initiative, and in in the process, manage to learn Math as well. The best part of the class for me is when a child, who starts off by saying 'I don't know', begins to say 'I'll try'. :)