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BPT1501 Assignment 2
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
This document contains answers to the UNISA first year module assignment BPT1501 Assignment 2.
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What is your understanding of what it means to be a “professional teacher”?My understanding of a professional teacher is one who carries themselves in a way
that shows etiquette and dignity. They treat their students equally and never depict
favouritism in the classroom, or on the school ground. A professional teacher takes
initiative and does on-going assessments to track the progress of their students.
They work on being adaptable and flexible by changing up lessons when students
are falling behind, therefore focusing on student’s problem areas; or if the students
are finding the work too easy, setting challenges. They use creative ideas so that
their students take an interest in the classroom and develop a passion for their
schoolwork. As important as it is for the students to work on bettering themselves, a
professional teacher will involve themselves in workshops etc to better themselves
as a teacher; there is always room for growth as no one can be perfect in a
profession.
What are the characteristics of a professional teacher?
A professional teacher can identify with each individual in the class and focus on the
students learning the work, which is taught to them, rather than teaching them a
‘syllabus’ by book. They show relevance to what they teach so that their students do
not lose interest during a lesson. By helping their students to develop a passion for
their schoolwork, the teacher learns what inspires them, promoting learning goals in
the classroom. A teacher is open to learning new things, realizing that there is
always room for improvement. They boost their learners’ confidence in the
classroom by using different techniques, hence their students feel comfortable to
engage with fellow classmates and to share ideas with others. An enthusiastic
teacher creates a positive environment for the students to work in. A professional
teacher communicates with their students, work colleagues and parents as it is vital
to improve performance in the workplace.
What do you need to do to become a professional teacher?
Along with having patience, finesse to work with new technology, a good
imagination, team building, a good reputation, great communication skills, new and
fun teaching methods, getting involved in the school, having good planning and time
management, and being adaptable; it is of course vital to apply to your relevant
university, enrol and register in the education course, and work on acquiring a BEd in
your preferred phase of education when taking your first step towards becoming a
professional teacher. I solely believe that experience is the best way to succeed in
anything that you do so gaining first-hand experience, after, or better, during your
studies is a huge must before expecting to become a professional teacher.
Professionalism is often mistaken for perfectionism, but they are two completely
different characteristics. Being a professional does not mean that you are as perfect
as you can be because there is always room for growth.
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