The Island of Emotions!!! (Lesson 3)

 

The Island of Emotions!!!

“Almost everyone will make a good first impression. But only a few will make a good lasting impression”.

The class was all about emotions…The lockdown has forced us to put a lock and key on our emotions. The class gave the students an opportunity to express themselves more. That too in a language they are familiar with. The language of emojis made the class fun and interesting to them. They were able to assimilate the language of emotions very easily without much time. The participation of the students made the class worthwhile and more effective. Everyone attempts their best to create the best first impression. To continue the trend is what matters. Then only it will be meaningful for the students and the teacher alike. My intention is to strive for that.

Emotions...Emotions...Emotions...

Highlights

Hand-drawn pictures

Hand-drawn pictures

Pictures have a language of their own. Using hand-drawn pictures convey the concept to the students in an easy way. They seem to relate to the pictures in an effective manner.

Activity

 
Activity- Be Active!!!

The activity or discourse given in the class was suitable for the students and their thinking process. “Island of Emotions” and “Language of Flowers” could elicit positive responses from the students.

Realia


 
Flowers... Flowers... Flowers

It is an ideal tool to reinforce language skills as it appeals to all kinds of learners. It adds beauty to the online classroom and is much more effective than the pictures available on the internet. Nothing can replace the real thing.

PPT with a Pedagogic Twist!

PPT 

PPT is the new normal. Every teacher in every class uses it. It’s your job to keep it different and meaningful for the learners to suit their level of interest and needs.

Homework

The work given should be interesting to the students. They should feel tempted to do the homework and not forced to do that.

Every day is a challenge. I am learning new things every day. Hope this trend continues...I think I am getting the hang of things once again. 💓💓💓

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