TMS3713 Assignment 5
PORTFOLIO 2024 -
DUE 27 September
2024
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,TMS3713 Assignment 5 PORTFOLIO 2024 - DUE 27 September 2024
Task 1
Give an overview of your Geography teaching practice experience.
A. Describe the school where you did your teaching practice. Where is it located? What
grades did you teach? (10)
B. How diverse was the learner population in terms of backgrounds and learning
abilities? (8)
C. What influenced your decision to choose Geography instead of other subjects? (4)
D. Describe the specific learning goals you aimed to achieve during your teaching
practice. (4)
E. Reflect on whether you achieved your teaching goals. How did you assess their
attainment, and what factors supported or hindered your progress? (8)
F. How would you describe your relationship with your Geography mentor and the
learners? Give examples. (8)
G. Detail a memorable Geography lesson you conducted. How long was the lesson,
what teaching and learning resources did you use, and how did the learners respond?
(12)
H. Considering your experience teaching Geography, are you satisfied with your career
choice, or do you have any regrets? Explain. (6) (60)
, A. Description of the School (10)
During my teaching practice, I was placed at [insert school name], a well-established
secondary school located in [insert location, e.g., an urban area in [City/Town],
[Country/Region]. The school serves a diverse community, reflecting a wide range of
socioeconomic backgrounds. I taught Geography to students in [insert grades, e.g.,
Grades 8 to 10], engaging with learners who were in the critical phase of building their
foundational understanding of the subject.
B. Learner Population Diversity (8)
The learner population was notably diverse, both in terms of cultural backgrounds and
learning abilities. Students came from a variety of ethnic groups, with many speaking
multiple languages at home. This cultural diversity enriched classroom discussions but
also posed challenges in ensuring that all students could engage with the material
equally. Additionally, there was a broad range of learning abilities; some students were
highly motivated and excelled in Geography, while others required more support and
differentiated instruction to grasp key concepts.
C. Choosing Geography as a Subject (4)
My decision to choose Geography over other subjects was influenced by my deep
interest in understanding the physical and human processes that shape our world. I
have always been fascinated by how geographical factors influence culture, economics,
and politics. Geography offers a unique blend of scientific inquiry and social
understanding, which aligns well with my personal interests and academic strengths.
D. Learning Goals During Teaching Practice (4)
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