My Social Action Project
By: Tawonga Banda My social action project was called “Wellness Warriors”, and it aimed to support the mental health of children aged 10 to 13. My project was divided into two parts. The first part involved having a talk with the Grade 7 learners about their transition to high school. I asked all the Grade 7 learners to write down any questions that they had about high school, and I held a small assembly where I answered their questions and others that came up during our disc
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Online Microteaching
By: Tawonga Banda Online Microteaching was a completely new experience for me, and I am grateful for the opportunity because it expanded my understanding of how teaching and learning can take place in a digital environment. Teaching online challenged me to think creatively, manage technology effectively, and remain conscious of learner engagement in ways that differ from face-to-face teaching. One of the strong aspects of my lesson was the PowerPoint presentation I designed.
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Life of a Teacher
By: Tawonga Banda Through completing my “Life of a Teacher” experience, I gained valuable insights that I will carry with me into my teaching career. This experience highlighted areas where I am strong, aspects I still need to develop, and what I can realistically expect when I begin teaching full time. It offered me a more authentic understanding of the daily responsibilities, pressures, and rewards that teachers experience beyond the classroom. To gain meaningful exposure,
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