When I looked backed at my practices in teaching and learning, I discovered the following pitfalls.
I was using the way I was taught which emphasized adherence to rules, models, samples etc. I never allowed the students to contribute to the process. It was a teacher know- it all approach, after all, I have the certificates. I saw the learners as empty vases that will be filled with content that in the lesson note.
After this lesson, I learnt that teaching and leaning should be learner centred. The students should be given the opportunity to construct meanings out of what they learn. I should use reflective practices to stimulate critical thinking and creativity. I should engage the students using group work, think -pair and share. The students should be given opportunity to talk abot their ideas and experiences. The curriculum should be relevant to the learners lives. The assessment should test range of skills and not only cognitive.