In-Real Life Lesson Reflections (wk.1)

This week for our In-Real Life (IRL) lab for AEE 212, we were assigned random learning objectives to accomplish within a 15-minute demonstration. These were topics that could encompass a variety of topics, such as juggling or origami. My objective was to have students able to identify plants in a landscape design. To do this, I had symbols that denoted each plant species, and provided relevant background information to help them identify them on a landscape design. For our activity, a photograph or information were presented, and the students had to draw the symbol for the corresponding plant. At the end of the lesson, students were given an assignment to gauge how well they have learned from the exercise.

            We were challenged to identify some teaching “gems”- things we did well when teaching, and “opps”- opportunities for improving our teaching. Below are some of my gems and opps for this lab exercise. My gems and opps are listed below.

“Gems”
1. Using the whiteboard game
2. objective was stated and met
3. Reviewing material before quiz

 

 "Opportunities for Growth" 

1. Pace was too fast
2. Content could be covered more thoroughly
3. Persona was not very relaxed

Going forward, my goals will include slowing down and being more relaxed during the class. In the future I hope to condense my lessons to allow for a more relaxed and effective approach.