WEEK 12 (20th - 24th October 2025)

 

MONDAY – WEDNESDAY

The beginning of the week was a school holiday in conjunction with Deepavali. Even though I was not at school, I used this break to review my lesson plans and prepare materials for the upcoming weeks. The holiday gave me time to reflect on my teaching progress so far and think about how I can support my students better, especially with their upcoming examinations. It was a short but meaningful pause that helped me recharge and stay motivated as a practicum teacher.

THURSDAY

On Thursday, I did not go to school because I was involved in the AIC UPTM program. Although I was away from my students, this event provided me with exposure to professional development opportunities beyond the classroom environment. It reminded me that teachers continue learning throughout their careers and must always be open to growth. The experience also strengthened my understanding of collaboration in the education field.

FRIDAY

On Friday, the morning started with a spot check during assembly. Teachers checked students’ school bags to ensure that they followed school rules. Several items were confiscated, including scissors, toys, slime, nail clippers, phones, and earbuds. This activity reminded students to be more mindful and responsible with what they bring to school. After the assembly, I went to my usual class with 2L. Since their exam is coming up next week, I focused the lesson on improving their grammar. I guided them through correcting common mistakes and helped them strengthen areas where they still struggle. Although it was the only teaching day for me this week, it felt meaningful because the students were engaged and eager to prepare for their exam. Their effort gave me a sense of fulfillment and encouraged me to continue supporting them the best I can.

Spotcheck time

Cosfiscated items

SWOT ANALYSIS

Strengths

I used the holiday period wisely for planning and self-reflection instead of treating it as complete time off. This helped me return to school more prepared and focused on helping students with their upcoming exams. I was also able to conduct a productive lesson on Friday that specifically targeted students’ weaknesses in grammar. My ability to adjust my teaching strategies based on their needs showed growth in my instructional skills.

Weaknesses

Because of the reduced teaching days, I sometimes worried that I might not have enough classroom time to fully reinforce all necessary exam topics. I also realized that I still need to improve my ability to quickly review and diagnose students’ grammar problems to ensure no gaps remain before exam week. This week showed me that I must be more efficient with limited time.

Opportunities

Participating in the AIC UPTM program gave me a chance to expand my professional knowledge beyond school grounds. It opened opportunities to network, gain new insights, and observe how education can be enhanced through external programs. The short week also encouraged me to practice careful lesson planning with stronger focus on essential content, which is a valuable skill especially during exam preparations.

Threats

The long holiday break could affect students’ learning continuity. There is a risk that students may forget previously taught content or lose focus because of the break. Additionally, since exams are approaching, any lost time becomes more critical. The reduced face-to-face interaction this week could threaten learning progress if not followed up properly in the coming days.