Demonstration teaching is one of the things, student teachers and teacher-applicants are preparing for whether it is for a final requirement for grades or for job application. For teacher-applicants, final demos can be announced or can be on-the-spot depending on the division office’s decision. Lucky for those whose demos are scheduled by their respective school administrator or principal since they have ample time to prepare lesson plans and instructional materials. While, those who will be conducting them on-the-spot shall be holistically ready for they are under time restraint to prepare. This year, (2) two demonstration teachings are asked for teacher-applicants, one is for a subject matter (Math, Filipino, Science etc.,) and another for Reading. (This may depend on your division offices.)
I would like to share with you some
ways to prepare for your final demo
- Cooperating Teachers. The first thing to do is to seek your cooperating teacher, their respective room and time of your demo. CTs usually, give the topic and the kind of lesson plan to prepare (DLL, DLP, Explicit, 4As, 5Es etc.,) so it is important that you are able to craft a good lesson plan. You may ask if you can borrow any available Teaching Guides or Learner’s Material for your reference of the subject. They will be kind enough to assist you with this matter. It would also help if you know the number of pupils in the classroom and if groupings are already established. This would help you when conducting group activities and delegating them effectively and consume less on your demo time
- Lesson Plan. As mentioned earlier, you will be asked to create a lesson plan. Whether it is in DLP or any format/structure, be sure to use the Curriculum Guide and teaching guide to formulate aligned objectives. Include varied activities to suit your topic and your pupils. Choose activities that will be fun and very engaging for your pupils yet does not take a lot of your demo time. Priming activities may include word hunt, word puzzles, dance or drills.
- Instructional Materials. Create IMs that are appealing to learners, use colors that are complimentary and vibrant. Studies show that appealing instructional materials stimulate learner’s interest towards learning. If you opt to make a Tar-papel, be sure that it would be large and visible enough for everyone in the classroom. When using cartolina, be sure that you write legibly. Note that, your writings should also depend on whether you are teaching primary or intermediate pupils. Kinder pupils require bold and rounded letters while you are to write cursive for grade 4 pupils.
- Integrate ICT. 21st century teachers integrate ICT in instruction. ICT integration aids in the effective delivery of instruction so this is a plus point for you! Powerpoint presentations should not only be text-based but also cater to audio-visual learners. Include pictures, sounds, GIFs, and video clips that is related to your lesson. These are also downloaded for free from the internet.
- Manage your time. A demonstration teaching usually runs for 45-1 hr so manage it well, do not focus too much on group activities but rather on evaluation. Assign a limited time for each phase of your instruction yet ensuring that the learners are able to understand and catch up. For conducting 2 demos, there are some instances that the panel of observers would ask you not to finish the lesson and proceed to the other subject. Do not panic because they would just like to see your flexibility and ability to handle the situation and see a different approach for the next lesson.
After your demo, your panel of
observers may share with you about how you performed and give some
comments. Smile and accept their
comments and recommendations since these are all constructive criticisms to
make you better at teaching. Be sure to say Thank you.
Some additional tips before the BIG DAY
- Prepare a checklist of your IMs and be sure to take them all with you
- Scotch tape/ Masking Tape, Pentel pens
- Projector, whitescreen (tarpaulin) if not available in the classroom
- Laptop and speakers (if needed)
- 3-4 sets / copy of your LESSON PLAN (depending on the number of panel of observers)
- Snacks (for your panel of observers)
- Snacks and water (to keep you replenished)
- Watch (to keep track of time)
- Choose the right clothes (casual, corporate)
- Practice your delivery
- Sleep at 8 PM (to get the most sleep)
These are all suggested tips and
ways for you to prepare for your demo. I hope this helps you the way it helped
me!
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