INTRODUCTION
Reflective journals are note books or
piece of paper that students use when writing about and reflecting their own
thoughts. The act of reflecting on thoughts, ideas, feelings and their own
thoughts, learning encourages the meta cognitive development skills by helping
the students to self evaluate and sort what they from what they don’t know. The
process of examining one’s own thoughts, feelings, is particularly helpful for
students who are learning new concept or beginning to grapple with temples issues that go beyond
right and wrong answers.
John Dewey (1938)
believed that education should serve as a means of acquiring information, but
also as a way to bring learning to our everyday actions and behaviors.
Successful learners knew how to identify questions and problems as they reflect
on what they already knew, what they aren’t and the neediness of knowing, and
how they will proceed to increase their understanding. Less successful learners
need to develop the habit of mind the underlying strategies of the learning
process.
Reflective
practices can be supported in classroom by creating opportunities that allow
students to think about their learning their own lives and the world around
them. The process often eliminates problems, misunderstandings and confusions
and helps to determine new growth, independence and responsibility of learning.
As learners continue to distinguish what they know from what they need to be
evaluate that began to translate discoveries about what they made about their
own learning into plans for improvement. A reflective journal is a personal
record of students learning experience. It is a space where a learner can
record and reflect upon their observations and response to situations, which
can then be used to explore and analyze ways of thinking. Journals although
generally written can also contain images, drawings and other types of
reference materials.
A reflective
journal is a means for learners to reflect on their learning and learning
experiences in different ways. They are used to record the development of
learner’s ideas and insights and or those of a group in a given context and can
include concepts, ideas, and main points from experiences as a means to
increase learners understanding, analyze learning process for self development.
REFLECTIONS ON COMMUNITY LIVING CAMP
PLANNING
As
a part of the two year B.Ed curriculum, we decided to conduct a five day camp
community living camp. For the better going of the camp different committees
were selected and assigned duties for them. There was a clear planning and
preparation before the camp.
EXECUTION
SITE
2017, our camp was carried on 23-27 January 2017 at Holiday Home Kumily. It was
a good experience in all sense, which was enough to fulfill the set aims of
developing special skills. We enjoyed the camp.
PRESENTATION
Overall
the camp was a great success, without any gross pitfalls. The five days of the
camp was very interesting and all have done their duties properly.
ACTION PLAN
We
were tried to obey the rules of the camp and follow the five days as planned as
earlier. If we planned the financial settings some more seriously, then we will
be able to manage the financial problems to a great extent. All the faults that
come to our conscious, will try to manage it in the next time.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
If
we got another chance to take part in a camp we will try to follow all these planning
and also try to manage the time in the absence of a guest .I think there is need to settle in a particular place
for one day and take part in the activities of that community.
REFLECTIONS ON STUDY TOUR
PLANNING
As
a part of the two year B.Ed curriculum, we need to take part in a three day
tour. Our college planned to conduct a tour. The dates for the tour,
expenditure, place etc were planned by discussing with the students and
teachers. Different committees were arranged for the easy going of the tour. All
the requirements for the tour were planned and prepared properly.
EXECUTION
We
the students and teachers of UCTE Kumily went for a study tour, YATRA 2016,from
8-11 December 2016 .The tour was to one of the well known tourist place Mysore
and kodagu. The travel, food and accommodation were arranged properly as
planned earlier.
PRESENTATION
The
study tour remains as an unforgettable moments. All the committees presented
their duties clearly and neatly. The lessons we learned through this journey
help as to lead many tours.
ACTION PLAN
All
the sessions for the tour were a great success. Only one thing that I found as
a suggestion is that when we select a place, must select a place which have to
travel less and more to see.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
We
were able to know more about these tourist places. More over enjoyment we
learned the history behind these well known places. So for study tours we will
try to choose a place having more to contribute to our knowledge.
REFLECTIONS ON EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
PLANNING
We
were planned to make the society aware of some of the burning social issues. So
as a part of the B.Ed curriculum, we planned two extension activities one to
make people aware of the use of plastics and its harmful effects. For that we
planned to play a flash mob and street play which highlights the theme of usage
of plastic. The second one is to make the people aware of their body weight. Essential
requirements for the program were made.
EXECUTION
As
planned earlier, the first extension activity was carried out at Kumily bus
stand by playing flash mob and street play on 1 December 2016. After the
official meeting there was an awareness rally. The second activities were
checking the weight and height of about 30 peoples and make them aware of their
body weight.
PRESENTATION
The
activities that we planned were conducted effectively in such a way that people
get a clear idea about the social issues. We presented the flash mob and street
play to make the people aware about the problems.
ACTION PLAN
It
was the first time that we planned and prepared such a program. It having its
own faults that need to be removed. If we got a chance to do such activities
,will try to do it better.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
Teachers
have to work in the society. They need to be aware about the social issues and
make people aware of the problems. So the teachers should be aware of all the
social issues and make commitment.
REFLECTIONS ON SHORT FILM
PLANNING
As
a part of the curriculum we were divided into 6 different groups and our group
planned to prepare a short film related to a social issue. So we planned a
story and prepared a script and also choose the location for the short film.
EXECUTION
As
planned earlier, based on the script we proceed the shooting .The script that
we prepared was very useful to us. It’s really a special experience for me .I
was able to study the concepts regarding shooting, camera management, different
shooting sessions etc were learned.
PRESENTATION
After
finishing the shooting and editing we have presented our short film
ROOPANTHARAM before the teachers. It reached beyond our expectations. It’s
really a good work. We feel proud to the work.
ACTION PLAN
It
was the first time that I am using the camera. Even though most of we were not
aware of the use of shooting equipment we tried our best to make it perfect.
Now I know the faults in it. If I get a chance to do another one I will make up
all the faults that found in this.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
Socially
related issues need to be bring before the society. Short films and
documentaries related to the problems faced by the society will be highlighted
in the next works.
REFLECTIONS ON SWOT ANALYSIS
PLANNING
It
is essential for one to know the strengths and weaknesses of one’s own. As a
teacher in order to know my strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities we
planned to analyze the SWOT. For that I list out my strengths, weaknesses,
threats and opportunities. Then I tried to analyze it.
EXECUTION
As
a practical work I prepared my SWOT and analyze it. It helps me to reveal my
positives and negatives , which helps me to improve myself. It is a good
analyzing technique especially for teachers.
PRESENTATION
I
presented my SWOT analysis before my guide and their I got some advices how to
reduce the weaknesses and use my strength along with my opportunities for
career development.
ACTION PLAN
I
will try to find out more of my strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities.
Also while preparing a SWOT analysis it is essential to club the items to get a
clear idea about it.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
SWOT
analysis enables me to know more about my strengths. It helps me for my
professional development. It is a good tool especially for teachers.
REFLECTIONS ON EDUCATIONAL
JOURNAL REVIEW
PLANNING
Reviewing
a journal article is not much easy matter. Certain systematic steps to be
followed for reviewing an article. I planned and choose an educational journal “Journal
on school educational technology.”By following the rules I read the journal
thoroughly and selected 5 among them for review.
EXECUTION
The
five articles from the journal- Journal on school educational technology have
been read and review it. It helps me to improve my reading skills, to know how
to write a research article and also to get more information about new
technologies and inventions.
PRESENTATION
I
presented my review before the guide and also I discussed the relevance of my
journal with peers. This journal review is really informative.
ACTION PLAN
Before
selecting a journal, we should bore in mind the journal selected must
have an ISSN number and of high standard. Now I know how to review a journal
article and I will improve my reading habits.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
Journal
reviews make us think more about a particular problem. And also it help us to
view others perspectives. Our reading skills can be improved.
REFLECTIONS ON PARTICIPATION IN
ARTS FEST
PLANNING
To
exhibit the artistic talents of the students arts fest was conducted in our
college. All the preparations for the arts fest were made in the right manner. Panels
for the judgments, score sheets, scheduling of items, decoration of the stage
etc were planned and arranged properly.
EXECUTION
As
planned earlier, everything was executed properly. I have participated in two
items Essay writing (Tamil) and Poem (Tamil) .All the programs shows its
standard and also executed at the right time obeying all the rules.
PRESENTATION
I
have participated in essay writing and poem. I presented it well and won first
prize in both items that I have participated. Each and every one participated
in at least one item. It is really a good experience to all and a good chance to
present their talents.
ACTION PLAN
As
a result of lack of time, there is limitations to take practices, that reflects
mostly in group items. So sufficient practices is essential for all programs
especially group items.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
Each
and every one has their own abilities and talents. So arts day is a day to
exhibit our talents before others. Arts day plays a major role in institutions.
REFLECTIONS ON PREPARATION &
UPLOADING OF
JOURNAL ARTICLE IN THE BLOG
PLANNING
Technology plays a
major role in the classroom teaching. As we have already created the blog, as a
practical we planned to upload any of the work that we already prepared. And I
selected my optional project as my article.
EXECUTION
I have uploaded the
article presence of insecticide and pesticides in fruits and vegetables into my
blog. Essential modifications for the article have made and uploaded in the
article.
PRESENTATION
I have presented the
article uploaded in the blog as a hard copy. Screen shot of the uploaded material also
documented.
ACTION PLAN
A free blogging
transform gives us the opportunity to reach out to our online learners. There
is need to view or follow others blog to view their perspectives. It is a forum
to share thoughts and opinions. So there is need for clear check on the
articles that published in the blog.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
It helps us to learn
more about the e-learning services and practices. It provides a forum for the
sharing and viewing the thoughts of others.
REFLECTIONS ON PARTICIPATION IN SPORTS
AND GAMES
PLANNING
Sports and games play
an important role in educational institutions. As a teacher trainee it is
essential to know how to conduct a sports meet or games rather than the participation.
So we the student teachers planned well before conducting a sports meet. We
made necessary arrangements in the ground. Different committees do their
duties.
EXECUTION
As planned earlier the
meet was carried out by obeying all its rules and regulations. Track officials
were there for the meet. We got a good training regarding the conduction of
sports meet or games. All the events were carried out as per the time
scheduled.
PRESENTATION
The sports or games day
was a great success in all ways. All the events were presented in a right
manner following all the rules and regulations. All the sessions from the
opening ceremony to closing ceremony was of good standard.
ACTION PLAN
All the irregularities
or faults that we assessed were to be removed for the next time .After the
event we had an evaluation session to find out the positives and negatives .It
will help to improve the next one.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
We got a good chance to
conduct a marvelous sports meet. New ideas were observed in the meet. Thorough
knowledge about the events is needed for the success of the meet.
REFLECTIONS ON ORGANISING
A CULTURAL EVENT
PLANNING
Inorder to know more
about the cultural events, its importance and conduction we planned and
organize cultural events. In the midst of our camp, we celebrated Republic day.
After the formal function we planned to organize cultural programs. All
the groups prepared for the cultural program.
EXECUTION
As planned earlier, all
the students prepared varieties of programs and all they were planned and
executed in a different way.
PRESENTATION
All the groups
presented the cultural programs in a successful manner. Each group has variety
themes to be presented. It’s really colorful to our eyes.
ACTION PLAN
There were certain
defects in the programs that we organized. Lack of practice is one of the
problems. So this can be maintained by taking sufficient practices.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
Through the cultural
events we were able to think about the Indian culture. It generates love
towards our nation and as a teacher for future it is necessary to know how to
organize functions.
REFLECTIONS ON FILM REVIEW
PLANNING
As a part of the
practical it is necessary to view a film and review it. So we were planned to
show two films which are of great importance in educational field. So two films
Pasanga 2 and Wall-E were shown for
reviewing.
EXECUTION
As planned earlier two
films, a Tamil film named Pasanga 2, an educational film and Wall-E a
scientific film were shown. All the students enjoyed the film and tried to find
out the relevance of it.
PRESENTATION
After the show, we were
able to find out the relevance of it and choose one of the films for review.
Based on the steps, I write the review of the educational film, Pasanga 2 and
presented it before the guide.
ACTION PLAN
Both the films were
shown on the same day. I think it’s better to show it in two days. If we know
the steps before watching it will be easy to review it.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
As a student teacher,
it is essential to watch a film which having more educational importance.
Reviewing improves our ability to critize films.
REFLECTIONS ON PORTFOLIO
PLANNING
A student portfolio is
a compilation of academic work and other forms of educational evidence
assembled for the purpose of evaluating course work, quality, learning progress etc. We planned to prepare a
portfolio to evaluate ourselves which
includes works of all the four semesters.
EXECUTION
As planned earlier,
each students prepare their own portfolio, it is a personal evidence that helps
to know one’s own learning standards and to reflect on their academic goals and
progress as learners.
PRESENTATION
After completing all
the works, I have prepared my portfolio by adding essential evidences and
presented it.
ACTION PLAN
I think it is essential
to do some more modifications and perfections in the port folio. And it is helpful
for the teachers and learners to monitor and evaluate learning progress.
NEW PERSPECTIVES
It is better , if we
make portfolio in such a way that which can encourage students to take more
ownership and responsibility over the learning process.
