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BEd journey At St. Johns week 7 (27.01.25-31.01.25) January 31, 2025  Week 7 Reflection: January 27, 2025 - January 31, 2025  January 27, 2025: Islands (Advanced Organiser Model)   In today's lesson, I revisited the topic of Islands, using the Advanced Organiser Model to link it with the previous lessons on the coastal plains. We discussed the significance of Islands in India, particularly focusing on their geographical, ecological, and strategic importance. The use of the Advanced Organiser Model helped the students make connections between the coastal regions, islands, and their environmental and cultural relevance. The students seemed engaged as I explained the unique features of India's islands, including their climate, ecosystems, and how they contribute to India's biodiversity. The class was interactive, with students eagerly participating and raising questions about the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. I plan to continue using this model in future ...

BEd journey At St. Johns week 6 (20.01.25- 24.01.25) January 24, 2025  Week 6 Reflection: January 20, 2025 - January 24, 2025 January 20, 2025: Introduction to Indian Coastal Plain   In today's class, I introduced the Indian Coastal Plain as part of the new chapter Along the Coasts. We discussed the geographical features, location, and significance of the coastal plains in India. I explained how the coastlines are divided into the Western and Eastern Coastal Plains, and the importance of these areas in terms of agriculture, ports, and biodiversity. The class was particularly engaged during the discussion about how the coastline affects local climates, trade, and the culture of coastal regions. The students actively participated, and many shared their observations of the coastlines they had seen or visited. I also showed them a map to help them visualize the location of coastal plains and their importance. To reinforce learning, I encouraged them to look at the historical ...

BEd journey St. Mary's week 5 (30.09.24- 04.10.24) October 04, 2024 St. Mary's Week 5 Reflection (September 30, 2024 - October 4, 2024)   September 30, 2024: Introduction to Reading Maps   This week marked the beginning of a new chapter, 'Reading Maps', where I introduced the students to the basic concepts and significance of maps. On September 30, we started by discussing different types of maps. I explained the various kinds of maps such as physical maps, political maps, topographic maps, and thematic maps, highlighting the purpose and use of each. I used visual aids to help the students distinguish between these types and discussed real-life examples to make the concept more relatable. The class was quite interactive, and students actively participated in identifying the maps around them. They seemed eager to understand how maps are an essential tool for navigation and geographical understanding. I also assigned a small activity where students had to identify diff...

BEd journey St. John's week 5 (30.09.24- 04.10.24) October 04, 2024 St. Mary's Week 5 Reflection (September 30, 2024 - October 4, 2024)   September 30, 2024: Introduction to Reading Maps   This week marked the beginning of a new chapter, 'Reading Maps', where I introduced the students to the basic concepts and significance of maps. On September 30, we started by discussing different types of maps. I explained the various kinds of maps such as physical maps, political maps, topographic maps, and thematic maps, highlighting the purpose and use of each. I used visual aids to help the students distinguish between these types and discussed real-life examples to make the concept more relatable. The class was quite interactive, and students actively participated in identifying the maps around them. They seemed eager to understand how maps are an essential tool for navigation and geographical understanding. I also assigned a small activity where students had to identify diff...

BEd journey St. Johns week 4 (24.09.24- 27.09.24) September 28, 2024 St. John's Week 4 Reflection (September 24, 2024 - September 27, 2024)    Monuments and Sources of Information   This week, we began by exploring Megalithic Monuments. I introduced the students to the concept of megaliths, explaining how large stone structures were used by ancient civilizations, particularly in the Indian subcontinent, as burial sites and markers for important events. We discussed various types of megalithic monuments, such as dolmens, menhirs, and cairns, and where they have been found. I also emphasized the importance of these monuments as a valuable source of information about ancient cultures. To make the lesson more interactive, I used images of megalithic sites in India and encouraged students to identify the structures. I also explained how archaeologists gather information from these sites and interpret the past through these remains. The class was engaging, and the stu...

BEd journey St. Mary's week 3 (19.08.24-22.08.24) August 23, 2024  Week 3 Reflection: August 19, 2024 - August 22, 2024 August 19, 2024: High Court and Subordinate Courts   This week began with a lesson on the High Court and Subordinate Courts in India. I introduced the judicial system at the state level and explained the differences between the High Court and the various subordinate courts, such as District Courts and Magistrate Courts. The students were keen to understand the roles these courts play in ensuring justice at the local level. To make this topic more relatable, I used a comparison chart to explain the hierarchical structure of the judiciary. This helped clarify the distinctions between the courts, their functions, and jurisdiction. The class was interactive, with students asking questions about specific cases and the jurisdiction of different courts. This lesson reinforced the importance of the judicial system in safeguarding rights and maintaining law and o...