Reflective Journal-2
Date: April 22, 2025
Platform: Classroom (offline)
Learner Group: EFL learners
Level: A1 (Elementary)
Number of Learners: 15
Age: 10–11
Supervisor: MD Abu Zobayer
Class Conducted by: Nusrat Jahan Nira
Class Time: 3:20 PM – 3:30 PM
Topic: Noun or Naming Word
1. Introduction
As part of my teaching practicum, I conducted a 10-minute micro-teaching session on the topic
"Noun or Naming Word." The class was held in an offline setting with 15 A1-level EFL learners
aged 10–11. The aim of this lesson was to introduce the concept of nouns in a simple and
engaging way suitable for young learners at the elementary level.
2. Objectives
By the end of the lesson, learners were expected to:
● Understand that a noun is a naming word.
● Recognize that nouns name people, places, animals, things, or ideas.
● Identify basic types of nouns (e.g., proper, common, countable, uncountable, concrete,
abstract).
4. Distinguish between singular and plural nouns.
5. Identify nouns in short, simple sentences.
3. Lesson Plan Overview
Warm-Up and Introduction (1 minute):
I greeted the students and asked them to name a person, place, or thing they know, to activate
prior knowledge.
Presentation (4 minutes):
Explained the definition of a noun as a naming word.
Used a handwritten visual chart with colorful labels and keywords (person, place, thing, idea,
animal).
Introduced different types of nouns with simple examples like Nusrat, Dhaka, apple, love, family.
Gave examples of singular and plural nouns (e.g., cat/cats, brush/brushes).
Practice Activity (3 minutes):
Presented short sentences and asked students to identify the nouns (e.g., “The knife is very
sharp.”).
Gave hints and encouragement for hesitant learners.
Review and Wrap-Up (2 minutes):
Recapped the five categories of nouns with quick review questions.
Gave a simple homework: “Write 3 nouns you can see at home.”
Ended the session by thanking the students and encouraging them to practice.
4. Details of the Class
The class started at exactly 3:20 PM. I began by introducing myself and the topic in a friendly
and enthusiastic manner. The students responded well and showed curiosity. I used a visual
chart with handwritten notes and examples to help them understand the concept clearly.
During the presentation, I explained the different types of nouns using real-life examples they
could relate to. For example, I used Nehan as a proper noun, music as an abstract noun, and
apple as a concrete noun. I also emphasized countable vs. uncountable nouns by showing
examples like books and water.
In the practice stage, students were excited to point out the nouns in the sentences. I
encouraged their efforts and corrected their responses gently. Even the shy students attempted
to answer.
The class ended at 3:30 PM after a quick summary and a short homework task.
5. Reflections on My Teaching
This micro-teaching experience helped me better understand the dynamics of a real classroom
and the importance of simplifying content for A1-level learners. I was pleased with how the
students participated and responded to my questions.
What went well:
The topic was clearly delivered using simple language.
Visual support helped the students grasp the concept.
Students actively participated in the activity.
What I can improve:
I should work on using more energetic and varied voice tones to hold attention longer.
Time was tight, so I plan to manage transitions more efficiently in future sessions.
I would like to add more movement-based or game-like elements to make learning more fun.
My supervisor, MD Abu Zobayer, appreciated my clear instruction and smooth handling of the
class. He encouraged me to use even more interactive techniques and build stronger
engagement through varied questioning.
6. Conclusion
Overall, this short class was a successful step in my teacher training. It gave me practical
experience in explaining grammar to young learners and helped me identify strengths and areas
for improvement. I look forward to developing more confident teaching techniques and
delivering more interactive and engaging lessons in the future.
