Aysha S.

My classes are based on an interactive approach where I teach students through scaffolding techniques. I build knowledge of my students by frequently questioning their pre-existing abilities. I often incorporate TOK to get deeper into the material we are learning. My Business Management class is always based on the latest trends in the market and how corporations adjust themselves. The classes will be based on real-life situations and solving real-world business problems. Moreover, I am open to discussing the same concept repeatedly until my student is clear regarding it. I like to ensure when the students leave my class, they have gained from it. Interactivity, challenges, and reflection are the main features of my class; I like to ensure my students not only gain academic knowledge but are equipped with skills necessary in the real working environment.

My first session depends on the requirements of the student. If the student wants an explanation of a particular unit, I will first analyze where the student is currently at in terms of understanding of the lesson and then begin the teaching process through interactive modems. If the student requires assessment or assistance in their written work, for example, IA/ EE, I would discuss with them the characteristics of excellent IAs/EEs and ask them to analyze if their work matches the criteria discussed. Furthermore, if the student may require assistance with developing answers to CUEGIS or 10 marks questions, I would provide him/her with a question and provide live feedback as the student is answering the question. So, my first class depends on what the student's needs are. Either way, I would ensure the student has benefitted from the class.

Scaffolding is one of the tools I use to develop independent learners. Before revealing the answer, I lead students to the solution through a series of questions. Furthermore, I provide opportunities for students to build rubrics and match them with the actual rubrics, making them more confident and engaged in learning. My role as the teacher is often that of the regulator; I try to provide the material, expect the student to work on it, and assist them in the areas they find difficult.

What motivates one student may differ from the other. But some of the motivation strategies I have seen in common among my pupils are praising them for their efforts, providing feedback, and "feed-forward." I keep track of the student's progress as we continue with the lessons and share these with the student, along with discussing the areas that need further improvement. Students will likely be motivated when they can analyze their progress.

One step at a time: If I find the student cannot grasp all the strategies to develop an excellent assignment/answer, I break down the lesson in semi-units and reduce my pace to match that of the student. Trying out different teaching styles to relate with the student: Instead of "open-ended answers," I would ask "match the following" when building the student's base and slowly reach the point where the student can provide recommendations. Constant motivation: Sometimes, the student lacks confidence; boosting morale is another way to help the student

Making oneself aware of the Business terminology assists students struggling with reading comprehension. I advise the students to practice reading the textbook and case studies and provide them with previous exam case studies. I encourage them to practice reading and recording their voices and then play their recording for them to analyze which areas they need to work on.

Creating a friendly environment based on mutual respect and trust is essential for teacher-student relationships. I try to ensure students are comfortable with me and, at the same time, respect the boundaries. The key feature of my lessons is that I ensure the student has understood the concept well and encourage questions if they have any before we proceed to the next step. When the student is comfortable and feels that there is no judgment, they are more likely to prosper even if they ask the same question or repeat the same mistake multiple times.

Business Management and Economics are related to the real world. Thereby, I would first try to find out what excites the student. For example: if the student is fond of electronics, I would help students solve case studies based on electronics and help them to choose an IA question based on industry dealing with electronics. By incorporating students' interests with that of the subject, they are likely to be engaged.

Assessment for learning is one of the techniques I use to monitor the student's progress. After we have covered a particular concept, I provide a short assessment. For example, I would ask students to grade part of the IA/ essay based on the rubrics discussed; this will help me and the student understand the extent to which the concept is understood. If it is solving a numerical question, I would ask them to solve it after explaining(using interactive techniques). In addition to the above, I would also ask verbally if the student has understood the concept before moving on to the next.

One's confidence is often built when one believes they are on the right track. Thereby, sharing their progress is one of the techniques. Going beyond the textbook is another way I boost students' confidence. I ask students to read the latest news, for example, the globalization of XYZ company; when learning about globalization, I incorporate what student has studied from different sources about the concept. In this manner, the student learns to believe they can also make additions to the subject.

Open communication is vital to understand what the student requires. Creating a comfortable environment where the student can openly communicate their needs without any judgment is what I try to ensure to maximize my contribution to student learning.

By using various forms of teaching strategies and assessment techniques. For example: if the student requires assistance with IA and has no clue of what IA is, some of the ways I would help the student would either be to provide with a sample IA or explain the requirements of IA, or maybe begin discussing the topics they are interested in for his IA. Thereby, depending on the need, I would develop my teaching strategy.

Materials used differ according to students' needs. Some common materials I use include PowerPoints, Google Docs, Nearpod, Padlet, Jamboard, Hangman,