UCL Mid Term Review (Term II) by kuku khoja https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs Kindly give your feedback about the mentioned UCL pointers, how could they be improved, and what went well. en-us 2022-01-31 21:17:55 UTC 2022-02-05 17:35:35 UTC hello@padlet.com Tutorials with Dr. Edwards are always fruitful and helpful, I have each Wednesday tutorial, and based on our group discussion I learn new terms and methodologies, and based on his suggestion I try to make my teaching effective. Moreover, whenever I have an issue with my mainstream or suggestion for my essay he always replays and organizes individual tutorials. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025422730 2022-02-02 14:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025422730 I start my teaching , it is a good school , my mentor is very supportive , he helps me a lot and for now I have co teaching with him, and he teaches me to understand my students better and what strategies work for them. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025431314 2022-02-02 14:13:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025431314 I would like to receive more specific feedback from my tutor. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025432843 2022-02-02 14:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025432843 The sessions should be more interactive and engaging , at least once a month there should be practice based teaching or demo lesson how the term that we learn from the required article works on practice. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025440082 2022-02-02 14:16:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025440082 Sometimes the readings are not discuss and many questions remain as a doubt. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025445279 2022-02-02 14:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025445279 Sometimes the reading are very helpful and interesting, I like the reflection part that I post on Moodle based on theory that I learnt and practice that I have https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025448304 2022-02-02 14:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025448304 In PLT session I really enjoy Dr, Edwards session, we are always in to the discussion and students try to share their own struggle and by addressing it to the students how would we as a teacher trainee would overcome of such issue. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025453044 2022-02-02 14:22:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2025453044 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028325904 I totally agree with this point ]]> 2022-02-03 20:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028325904 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028326280 Totally agreed ! ]]> 2022-02-03 20:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028326280 Given the level of mainstream schools exposure to UCL-STEP programme, there are different expectations from the developing teachers by various schools and thus different experience for developing teachers. In order to get similar experience the schools needs to be properly informed by UCL . https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028363512 2022-02-03 20:41:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028363512 I suggest a rotation of tutors across the tutorial groups to allow for all the tutorial groups to learn from the more expert tutors. This is especially required for groups that work with the new tutors as the quality of tutorial for them is compromised while the new tutors is figuring his/her out. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028370836 2022-02-03 20:46:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028370836 The scheduling of the classes needs to be improved to allow for developing teachers to have time for reflections, etc. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028372787 2022-02-03 20:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028372787 They should invite more experts like Dr. Lesley who led the session on critical reading and writing. https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028374511 2022-02-03 20:49:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028374511 I think the best part is the engagement in some of the sessions and the initiation of a professional dialogue, where each student brings in his/ her understanding of the topic being discussed azair https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028387396 2022-02-03 20:59:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028387396 Schools mentors who are working for the first time with STEP students need training https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028394880 In my experience I find it very challenging to convey the aims and objectives of the PGDip programme to the mentor. We are not only teaching during the week but we also have other commitments for UCL, IIS and BAI. Mainstream mentors at times do not understand our situation which makes it stressful. It would be helpful if UCL can clearly convey their expectations during placement to the mentors. Moreover, there should be flexibility from mentors on arranging meetings during the school hours considering our long commute to school and back]]> 2022-02-03 21:05:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028394880 Perhaps there should be more engagement of the students in an effective discussion during the sessions. There could be more modelling in the way the session is taught based on its content. azair https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028398383 2022-02-03 21:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028398383 Supportive staff https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028400974 The teaching staff is very supportive. They show willingness to help and there is a lot to learn from their experience. They share about specific students, their strengths and areas of improvement which indeed help us in understanding the students. Moreover, teachers also give us detailed feedback on our teaching skills and help us to develop on particular areas. ]]> 2022-02-03 21:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028400974 Tutor change https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028404824 We have recently be allocated with a new tutor and he is very supportive. It would have been much better if we have had him at the beginning of the program. Building relationships take time both for the tutor and the students therefore, in future any such decisions taken ahead of time would surely help students]]> 2022-02-03 21:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028404824 Discussions https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028408189 Tutorials are very helpful in terms of discussions. It does provide an opportunity for us to discuss our concerns and any burning questions within our tutor group. I think effective learning is happening ]]> 2022-02-03 21:16:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028408189 Face to Face Tutorials https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028410804 It would be nice if we can have face to face tutorials with our tutors as UCL has moved to full time face to face teaching. Therefore, we should be given this opportunity to meet face to face]]> 2022-02-03 21:19:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028410804 Resonates and helps with teaching at school https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028415066 As new trainee teachers these sessions are very helpful in placement. The topics selected for these sessions are very helpful in understanding the theories and practically applying them in school teaching. These sessions does help a lot in learning in terms of practice]]> 2022-02-03 21:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028415066 The tutorial is great and helps us to understand what we are supposed to do in mainstream school in addition to discussing any issues pertaining to the assignments and study in general. azair https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028432443 2022-02-03 21:39:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028432443 Mainstream is a good experience and the mentor and staff are really great. The mentor is supportive and provides constructive feedback. azair https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028435242 2022-02-03 21:42:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028435242 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028989826 LTRP sessions are helpful in understanding the theory element of Education. The field is vast and topics have been chosen are very relevant to what we need in our practice. ]]> 2022-02-04 07:28:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028989826 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028992378 I agree with my colleagues that some discussion sessions would be beneficial for us where we can learn how to implement theory to the practice.]]> 2022-02-04 07:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028992378 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028994197 I find PLT sessions very useful because it give me tips to improve and reflect on my teaching practice. For example, I found behaviour management session very interacting. ]]> 2022-02-04 07:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028994197 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028997018 Session on academic reading and writing critically was very useful because she made us do what she was teaching and hopefully that will stay in our minds]]> 2022-02-04 07:34:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2028997018 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029007890 Tutors and Tutorials are very Important. I found my tutor extremely supportive in relation to mainstream teaching and always available for an academic or non academic matters.]]> 2022-02-04 07:43:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029007890 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029203100 Since I have a new mentor, things are much calmer and enjoyable for me. I can see my progress now. I am observing lessons for different subjects in addition to teaching which is very eye opening for me because same students behave differently in different lessons ]]> 2022-02-04 10:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029203100 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029205411 I agree with the above comment because I noticed that we have been treated like PGCE students who need to pass their QTS. UCL needs to clarify with the schools our position and also if the students are misbehaving and the main teacher can intervene.]]> 2022-02-04 10:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2029205411 Connection of theory with practice through practical examples and experience sharing from students rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030812003 2022-02-05 17:20:07 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030812003 The sessions should be face to face to make them more interactive as sometimes without any specific/known reason some tutor sessions are taken online. rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030813629 2022-02-05 17:22:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030813629 The practicality piece added to provided assistance for the use of new knowledge and learning in regular practices (mainstreams and BAI). rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030814774 2022-02-05 17:23:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030814774 Given readings are sometimes not utilises in terms of discussion during the sessions and hence their practical aspect seems effecting with doubts in students minds rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030815580 2022-02-05 17:24:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030815580 It might be specific depending on tutor but overall the tutorial are very helpful in a number of ways. Starting with one on one discussion of various confusions within academia both theory and practice. Time to time evaluation and reflection added to the discussion and feedback from tutors are amazing. rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030817388 2022-02-05 17:26:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030817388 If tutorial could also be face to face that might be more effective rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030818012 2022-02-05 17:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030818012 Almost everything is going well in terms of observations and now teaching. We feel like being supported given our association with UCL. Individual teachers feedback, mentor feedback and peer feedback in addition to sometime students feedback are all to adding to my experience of becoming a better version of trainee teacher day by day. rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030819919 2022-02-05 17:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030819919 The timings of mainstream especially once the observations are completed should be specific. By this I mean we should be only teaching assigned classes and have the chance to utilise the remaining time according to our priorities. Sometimes it take more than one and half hour to reach home from mainstream and by the time we are home we are too tired to do anything as we are out to time to rest or take nap. Even though we had observed/taught our assigned sessions, we should not be bound to stay at school and should not be treated like regular teachers as we have so many other things to do alonside. rehmathussain71 https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030823907 2022-02-05 17:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kukukhoja/wehp5w8g40lyx9gs/wish/2030823907