Wednesday 16 July 2014

Teacher Observations

A formal observation of a teacher can be harrowing for both observer and the observed. This pressure can be much greater if initial or continued employment depends on the observation. However, it need not be such a trial. Both participants, particularly the observer, can take steps to make it constructive for both sides.

Teaching IB Commentary - Literature

IB Language A (Lit) students must produce a commentary on a literary extract, one written and one oral. Language A (Lit /Lan) must produce an oral literary commentary and a written comparative commentary. While the passage sources may be different, commentary skills are easily learnt and a simple method and accompanying checklist will prove invaluable to teacher and student alike.

Look, see, watch

Similar words, related meanings, widely different uses. How does a teacher show the differences?