Observation Reflection(Success Journal #1)

Oct 21,2013 One thing that I have learned in observing the class is that they are not really motivated unless its something fun. The teacher can give them step by step instructions on how to do something even for extra credit, but most of the students won't do it. I noticed that the teacher didn't approach to students who were fooling around and not doing their work.When I notice a student who isn't doing their work or is playing around with their neighbor, I would approach that student and ask them what are you supposed to be doing right now? Ask to see their recent homework and if they got it wrong, I would ask them what they are supposed to do next to get extra credit.If they don't understand what they are supposed to be doing, I would help them while leveling with them , so they won't be intimidated.

First reflection Introduction

Ashley Gachett and I am from Houston, Texas.I am a child of six and is the second oldest and have geese as pets. I was raised in Ohio before my father migrated to Houston. I was excited to come to Texas, because it will be vacation weather all year round. Come to find out, it is not what it is all cracked up to be.  My major is Kinesiology and my minor is Professional Education.

I decided to come to Angelo State University, because it had the program that I wanted and heard that the program is really good. I am currently working on my certification. Upon graduation, I hope to find a school in Dallas,Texas to teach Physical Education to 7^th and 8^th graders and Health as well.

My top three roles of a teacher will be to encourage your students. Students need that encouragement, because the earlier a child knows what their passion is in life, the easier it is for them to start working on their goals. I remember telling my teacher that I wanted to be the president and she encouraged me to continue on with what I want to do in life. I am thankful that she didn’t discourage me like my family did. Teachers might be the only voice that can make or break a child. Although kids don’t know all of the responsibility and things you have to do to become a president, teachers should always encourage the child to do what they want to do.  Second would be to get involved with their students. I remember my first grade teacher. She was so involved in her students outside of class that she took me home once when my parents did not arrive. Students will feel comfortable asking questions and be more involved if the teacher is involved too. I knew it was risky, because of the policy, but she felt as if I was one of her children. It also embarrassed my parents to be on time for now on so that they won’t look so bad. Third would be to teach the class. Education is the most important role that teachers have.