Session 4 - 4th Dec 2007

Before we started on our group work, we went through some of the features needed in a learning environment. They were Student-teacher Interaction, Physical facilities, Learning styles of students, School leaders'vision, Parent support etc..
Then each group was given a case study. We were supposed to find evidence based on a research conducted on School C whether it had an effective learning environment. Our conclusion was it did not. Inspite of having well-disciplined students, the teachers did not motivate them to perform better in their studies. Instead the teachers blamed them for being poor learners. Furthermore, the school leaders did did not give clear directions. For example, teachers could conduct remedial lessons whenever they free like it. This discussion helps me realise what we need to do to teach our student better.
We also did some data entry. Fortunately, we were allowed to do in groups so our work was made easier. Tomorrow, we will work on the analysis.
I like my learning environment. I have many friendly course mates and the pace of the lessons is at a pace I am comfortable with.