Learning log 2

Dear Mrs Woo:

During my last literature lesson, I learnt about various superstitions and acting out a scene of the three witches in class. I found the lesson rather interesting as all of us got to hear the superstitions that our classmates researched or know of. I now know that a superstition is a belief or notion, not based on reason or knowledge, in or of the ominous significance of a particular thing, circumstance, occurrence or proceeding. While listening to my classmates presenting, I realized that my family no longer follows traditions as our world is becoming more modern.

On top of that, I also enjoyed the lesson where some pupils were selected to act out the scene of the three witches. They had to mimic the three witches' voices, either using a high-pitched tone or a low-pitched tone. I found this part of the lesson funny as some of my classmates made funny voices and laughter of the witches. I think that by letting pupils act as the three witches' in front of the class is a good way to showcase talented actors and actresses. It can also build up the pupils' confidence at the same time.

Also, I noticed that there were some of my classmates not paying attention and doing other work during the lesson while the presenters were speaking. I feel that it is important to show respect to whoever is speaking in front of the class. It is a form of mutual respect; listening when a presenter is talking and be listened attentively when you are presenting. I think pupils should be more focused and show commitment to the lesson and in their work. The teacher should be strict and discipline, but at the same time, make the lesson interesting and lively. The teacher could state her rules clearly, or even better, print out her rules onto a vanguard sheet and place it on the class noticeboard so that pupils will be very wary and clear of the rules that they need to observe.