). What are the common mistakes in lesson Assessment Method Lesson Reflection . Should a teacher follow the lesson plan strictly? Why or why not? Answer: Teachers should not follow a lesson plan blindly. This is because such rigidity ‘would probably impede, rather than help, the teaching-learning process. The elements of your lesson plan should be thought of as guiding principles to be applied as aids, but not blueprints, to systematic instruction. Answer: Here are some common mistakes that teachers make while lesson planning, Students are Unprepared Be certain that all course prerequisites have been met before creating a new lesson plan A student who is missing a valuable concept can find even the simplest lessons difficult to complete. Do your part by doing your research on your students as well as the class topics. Unclear Objective An objective, or the description of what is expected of the student, is the foundation of a quality lesson plan, Be sure your expectations are clear and concise so that there will be no confusion, Missing Materials If students don't have graphing calculators, for instance, then perhaps advanced graphing equations are unreasonable. Do your best to collect and provide whatever tools you as an instructor need to be effective Set a Firm Grading Scale You need to determine how you will know when the lesson’s objective has been met, and relaying that information to your students will help them better define how to go about accomplishing success. ‘Too Boring! A student who is uninterested in a lesson will probably not even listen to it, let alone retain it, Make sure you do your best to make lesson plans interesting or unique, mixing Up your teaching style or introducing new media whenever possible. ‘Teach to All Learning Styles Every student has his or her own unique learning style. While some learn by hearing or seeing, others only truly lear by doing. Be sure you are stimulating as many of thesenses as possible. For instance, don't simply talk before class. Write down notes and key thoughts, encouraging your students to do the same. Establish hands-on or group projects ‘when possible and appropriate Unrealistic Goals A student cannot be expected to master a complicated concept in just one sessio ou must be willing to review the lesson or break up complicated ideas into parts, introducing ach in its own time, A student who is overwhelmed is less likely to respond to you, no ‘matter how well you relay the information, 10. What is the curriculum? Answer: The term curriculum refers to the lessons and academic content taught in a school or in a specific course or program. In dictionaries, the curriculum is often defined as the courses offered by a school, but itis rarely used in such a general sense in schools, Depending on how broadly educators define or employ the term, curriculum typically refers to the knowledge and skills students are expected to learn, which includes the learning standards or learning objectives they are expected to meet; the units and lessons that teachers teach; the assignments and projects given to students; the books, materials, videos, presentations, and readings used in a course; and the tests, assessments, and other methods used to evaluate student learning. An individual teacher’s curriculum, for example, would be the specific learning standards, lessons, assignments, and materials used to organize and teach a particular course 11. Give 10 qualities of an effective teacher. Answer: Here are the 10 qualities an effective teacher has Communication skills Listening skill Friendly Attitude Patient Strong work ethie Organizational skills Preparation Discipline skills Student-friendly teaching environment Respectful attitude.12, Give 5 elements of an effective lesson plan. Answer: Here are 5 elements of an effective lesson plan: 1, Necessary materials Clear objectives, Background knowledge Direct instruction Student Practice weenD 13, What is the most important t in a lesson plan? Answer: The most important thing you should remember before planning a lesson is setting the teaching-leaming objectives. Two to three main objectives should be clearly mentioned in the plan, 14, What do you mean by classroom environment? Answer: The classroom environment is a blend of the social, emotional, and instructional elements of a class. Research shows that many aspects of your classroom environment can affect student motivation and that students who are more motivated, put more effort into learning activities 15. Give 5 key elements of a classroom with a good environment. Answer: Here are five elements of a strengths-based classroom environment, Positive asset-based relationships are visible among all in the classroom. Students have a voice and choice in matters that pertain to them Lessons are made relevant by connecting the curriculum to students’ lives. The classroom physical environment responds to students” learning preferences. Routines and practices have a predictable rhythm. 16, What are the challenges of managing a large class? Answer: Here are 5 major challenges of teaching a large class 1. Promoting Student Engagement 2. Handling Student Assessment 3. Dealing with cheating4. Managing logistical issues 5. Integrating technology 17, How do you manage a large classroom? Answer: Here are a few strategies for managing a large classroom Create a structured environment Pay attention to individuals in need of support Leverage the teamwork Bring down downtime Build-in active learning Practice reflective teaching Offer after-school and before-school one-on-one time. 18. What is participatory teaching-learning? Answer: Participatory learning methods are based on the holistic approach used in non-formal education1. This approach helps to develop lifelong learning and transferrable competencies in young people, while addressing curricular subjects’ related issues, both in class or in extra-curricular activities. 19, Why is oral questioning in the classroom important? Answer: This method involves the teacher probing students to think about what they know regarding a topic. Questions typically allow the teacher to keep a discussion focused on the intended objective and maintain student involvement. 20. What is a teaching aid? is a tool used by teachers, facilitators, or tutors to help learners improve reading and other skills, illustrate or reinforce a skill, fact, or idea and relieve anxiety, fears, or boredom since many teaching aids are like games, 21, What teac! ig aids do you think are important a language class? Answer: A language teacher can use the following aids for better teaching outcomes © Visual: charts, maps, flashcards, pictures, whiteboards© Audio: Classroom Stereo system, individual handsets, radio, recorder © Audio-visual: Television, digital video players, projection, film strips, smartphones/tabs 22, What teaching aids do you think are important in a geography class? ‘Answer: A geography teacher can use the following aids for better teaching outcomes: Maps ‘Charts Globes Atlases Aerial photographs Satellite photographs Information graphics Gis Google maps 23. What teaching aids do a teacher need in a mathematics class? Answer: Mathematics teachers can use the following teaching aids for better teaching outcomes: © Place value cards = Matchsticks © Worksheets © Pizza, cake or pie © Clock dials, stopwatches, sand timers © Protractors, set squares, compasses © 24/3d shapes © Pretend money-notes, coins © Dice, cards, counters, and spinners © Trundle wheel and meter ruler Scales, beakers, funnels, and cylinders 24, What is an interview? Answer: An interview is essentially a structured conversation where one participant asks questions, and the other provides answers In common parlance, the word "interview" refers to a ‘one-on-one conversation between an interviewer and an interviewee. The interviewer asks questions to which the interviewee responds, usually providing information, That informationmay be used or provided to other audiences immediately or later. This feature is common to many types of interviews — a job interview or interview with a witness to an event may have no other audience present at the time, but the answers will be later provided to others in the employment or investigative process. An interview may also transfer information in both directions, 25. Why is an interview important in an academic setting? Answer: Academic interviews help the teachers better understand, and explore students’ opinions, behavior, and experiences, Interview questions are usually open-ended questions, so teachers can find out in-depth information on a particular topic from the learners. Academic interviews also check students’ oral communication skills informal settings. And thus prepares them for future job interviews. 26. What are the qualities of a good interviewer? Answer: A good interviewer should have the following qualifications: Knowledgeable - being familiar with the topic. Structuring - outline the procedure of the interview. Clear - simple, easy, and short questions which are spoken distinctly and understandably. Gentle - being tolerant, sensitive, and patient to provocative and unconventional opinions, Steering - to control the course of the interview to avoid digressions from the topic. Critical - to test the reliability and validity of what the interviewee tells. Remembering - retaining the subject information from the interviewee. Interpreting - provide interpretation of what is said by the interviewee 27. Give 7 tips to do well in an interview? Answer: Here are 7 tips for any successful interview: Pay attention to appearances Arrive on time Do the necessary research Review common interview questions Have a conversation and be yourself Show interest Thank the interviewers28. What is professional growth? Answer: Professional growth focuses on gaining new experiences and skills to positively impact ‘our current position and any role we are likely to pursue in our career. By expanding our skills and thinking ahead, we are preparing ourselves to handle more responsibilities. Regardless of our position, there is always more to learn 29, What should a teacher do for professional growth? Answer: Teachers can do the following for professional growth Read books on the teaching profession ‘Take professional development courses Take additional college courses Read well-established websites and journals Visit other classrooms and schools Join professional organizations Attend teaching conferences 30. Why do you think some teachers never grow professionally? Answer: Some teachers do not grow professionally. This is due to the following reasons: They do not enjoy teaching. ‘They do not do the bare minimum. They do not take professional courses to improve pedagogy. They do not attend training, conferences, or workshops on teaching. They do not read books, magazines, or websites on teaching practices ‘They do not respect their profession They do not love learners and do not take responsibility for their learning,