It was a very successful first microteaching in EDCP 342A, and I am pleased with how it went. I pulled the card trick off without anyone realizing I did a sleight of hand. But, with all my microteaching, I always choose topics that are hard to fit within the time limit. As a result, it is a very tight fit, making it hard for me to slow down with my lesson. A common issue with all my teaching so far is that I need to rush too much. This rushing is usually the case as I try to fit in with the time limit given to me, so I feel flustered and rush through my lesson in hopes I reach the end by the end of the time limit. For future micro-teaching, I suggest I do a more manageable topic that does not require the need to reach the end of the time limit. This choice of topic will allow me to slow down and better understand what is doable in a specific time frame.
Very good lesson and good, helpful reflections on it. It's a good thing to be able to figure out what will fit within a given time, and to stop there (rather than trying to squeeze more in!) It will help you and your students feel more relaxed, and will give you time for closure. Watching your lesson, I saw great teacher presence -- good work!
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