Lakshani Rathnaweera HS-TE18-0041 My Teaching Portfolio

To gain experience, I observed one of the experienced teachers at Jennath International School on the 8th and 9th of January. The name of the teacher is Mr. D. Kariyawasam. It is noteworthy to mention that this observation was instrumental in making my internship a successful one because throughout university life we mostly learned theoretical knowledge and this observation helped me to comprehend how to apply that theoretical knowledge in a practical context. Link for the experienced teacher observation form https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QLhpU5XP9QAHt5siDxqzmLqDRmmfwe3y Moreover, during my internship, I also had to undergo two observations as a part of my internship requirements. The observations were conducted by an experienced teacher at the school. In the first observation, I prepared and conducted a lesson for grade 11 students. The observer provided valuable feedback and he commented that I taught the lesson very comprehensively. Moreover, he instructed me to provide mo...

Link for the consent letter and the completion letter received from Jennath International School https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ymJCrf-tq6euXHA7DTTZsR76iF8KuEIq Link for the need analysis https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xt6fqEhsUTTO47Z7SNMVYCBmIbcdeJcT Link for the timetable https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HZtXszqQsTpskMqU_p4Q6AuMhTEbJkbq Link for the materials used for grade 5 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/115SfGSOTNM1JKae5OcK uE_XMhjWdGvrJ Link for the materials used for grade 11 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ep9I8r_TTNGY0mJHZNdaz0giWMh3911G Link for the activities and materials used during the internship( Pictures ) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hRpNuh0nS3jSrdwhx8sAfM6peK3uwsxt

                                                                   Link for the detailed lesson plans with activities  (week 01,02,03,04 -1st draft and edited lesson plans after feedback) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ebOaxJ_ofhJfBNC5RBlT5FaRNCaU9_Cb

I n a real sense of the word, my internship as a student teacher was a heartfelt and priceless experience that paved the way for me to understand that teaching is not just about imparting knowledge, it is all about lighting up minds, nurturing souls, and sparking the passion for learning and self-improvement in every student . This internship became the utmost opportunity to apply the knowledge I achieved throughout the degree program. This section will reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of the materials and activities used in the lesson, the appropriateness of the teaching methods, students’ responses to the lessons, and the professional growth I gained from the internship. The strengths and weaknesses of the materials or the activities used in the lesson and   the appropriateness of the teaching methods I n the school, all students were exposed to the English language through the Sri Lankan national curriculum which offers activities and practice for students in the f...

The ESL teaching experience that I obtained from the B.A. (Special) Degree in TESL led me to develop myself as a teacher who is capable of teaching to any age group with self-confidence and making a learner-friendly environment. In my opinion, a teacher is typically considered a facilitator, responsible for imparting knowledge and fostering critical thinking and creativity through incorporating collaborative works within the classroom. My ESL teaching experience has always fostered me to see myself as a wizard, and my classroom as a place where extraordinary things happen creating the interaction among the students. Combining the magic with sound pedagogy can create a truly transformative ESL learning experience for my students. I believe that each student is unique and has different interests, abilities, and paces of learning. Through magical power, it is my responsibility to shed light to increase their academic performances. Teaching can be likened to the act of planting seeds i...

  From the 8 th of January 2024 to the 2 nd of February 2024, I had the opportunity to complete a 45-hour teaching internship at Jennath International School in Weligama, where I taught for Grade 11 and Grade 5.   I believe it was the best decision I made since I was guided by dedicated mentors and inspired by a group of joyous and clever students. Furthermore, I was allocated three classes to teach; two classes from Grade 11 and one class from Grade 5. Grade 11-A consisted of 13 students, Grade 11-B consisted of 15 students and Grade 5 consisted of 21 students and the students were diverse in several respects, gender, nationality, and ability. My teacher-in-charge, Mr. Kariyawasam, and mentor, Mr.Raufdeem, provided me with valuable guidance and support, enabling me to acquire essential skills and knowledge that will prove beneficial in my teaching career. As you read through these pages, I invite you to join me on this transformative journey as I explore the essence of...

  Hello! "Education is not about passive reception but active engagement, not about extinguishing curiosity but igniting a lifelong thirst for knowledge" - Lakshani Rathnaweera I ’m Lakshani Rathnaweera, an undergraduate currently pursuing a special degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) at the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. Being an ESL practitioner, my passion is making English a  favourite  subject for my students. This teaching portfolio is a comprehensive documentation of my experiences, skills, and achievements in the internship teaching practicum. Moreover, this particular e-portfolio is based on my teaching practicum sessions over four weeks, from the 08 th of January 2024 to the 02 nd of February 2024, at Jennath International School, Weligama. Within these pages, you will discover my teaching philosophy, a reflective summary of my teaching, detailed lesson plans, an observation write-up, and testimonials related to the internship. I invit...