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THE HINDU IN SCHOOL
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2018
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versus A.T.M. The match
dragon festival going on
c
A
the side table which said,
MY SPACE
I checked into a hotel
was won by A.T.M. After
so I enjoyed the festival.
“Your total amount spent
and fell asleep. Later, I
the match, we checked
After it was over, I
is 15,000 dollars”. I had
was in Egypt where I
into the hotel, had
checked into the hotel
Dream or reality?
not told this incident to
saw many pyramids
dinner and slept. When
and slept. When I opened
anyone and when I
and a museum. After
I woke up, I found
my eyes, I was in Spain –
checked my bank
Vinay travels around the world, but
the long day of
myself in Abu Dhabi,
the land of football. I
account, my 15,000
exploring, I went to my
my dream city. I was
found that my friend
is it all in his dreams?
dollars were gone.
hotel room, ate food
seeing the tall buildings
Rohan was also with me.
Vinay Duhan,
and felt numb. After
and many other sites.
We both are fond of
that our prime minister
That day, I had slept late
Class 7, DPS Rohini,
my slumber I woke up
We also saw the ‘Ferrari
football so we saw the
was talking to the
in night. When I woke
Delhi.
to nd myself in my
world’. After a day of
football match ­ F.C.B
Chinese. And, there was
up, I was in China! I saw
STUDENTS WRITE...
utilised creatively and set
Special attention for special students
Adapt teaching style to
exclusively for slow learners.
Avoid comparisons
suit students
Teaching method should start
from simple to complex and from
Identifying
Each student is unique. So it is not
concrete to abstract. Avoid lecture
academically
correct to compare them with others
Understand students’ needs
Remedial teaching helps slow
method and adopt activity based
challenged students
on the basis of marks. Also,
learning. Use positive comments to
will improve the
learners
comparing grades with friends can
In schools, students are typically given a
learning system of the
encourage them.
level test in Language and Math so
create enmity between friends. So
A slow learner is one who cannot learn at
The strength of remedial class
school. Preference is to
parents should not compare their
teachers can gauge the kind of learners the
an average rate from the instructional
be given to their interests.
should not exceed more than 15
students are – visual, auditory or
children with peers.
resources that are designed for the majority
and it should deal with grey areas
Teachers can conduct normal
G.S.G.Pranav
kinesthetic.
tests and separate children
of children. A wise educator
Class 10, Bharatiya vidya
A customised learning plan has to be charted and
engaged in the learning process requires more than the
according to their level and bring
identies learner’s individual
planned ahead for addressing the dierentiation.
bhavans, Bhimavaram
usual variation in presentation methods, classroom climate
learning style and accordingly
them back after scheduled time to
Though the target is same for all the students, goals
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and instructional materials.
the mainstream classes to keep
brings changes in his teaching
Comparison with peers is the
have to be broken down and made simple for students
Remedial teaching is one such technique which helps
method too. Coordination and
pace with other members of the
who need additional support. Teachers should also
most basic problem faced by
slow learners improve. Teachers should develop lessons
collaboration among teachers,
class. Materials can be designed in
students nowadays. I am no
ensure that weak students receive direct attention,
around students’ interests, needs and experiences. This helps
accordance with interests and
parents, and learners on regular
exception to it. My mom always
placing them at a close proximity to the board and the of students in the classroom. Keeping these students actively roaming, I felt dizzy. So own bed with a bill on OPINION 3
address the short attention span of slow learners. Frequently
teacher and involving them in group work. switching from lecture to discussion and then to set work necessities of targeted learners. basis can give better result in used to compare me with my class
Remedial coaching that involves identifying areas of provides the variety that slow learners need to stay engaged CAMAL (Combined activities for academic achievement of weak topper. I was jealous of her. Due to
weakness, creating a dierentiated action plan, sets a in the learning process. Teachers can also develop worksheets maximized learning) method is one children. this I started ghting with myself to
positive precedent, helping students develop a sense of and exercises accordingly. They can also provide peer tutors of the best for basic learning. The ANSAR NK become like her. I tried hard to make
language lab, mathematics labs
PRINCIPAL, VIRTUE PUBLIC SCHOOL AND
NIE, Times of India - 31st July, 2018
accomplishment, positive spirit and self esteem. and encourage oral expression instead of written reports. The Hindu - 10th August 2018 my mom proud but by copying her
CHANDRAKALA ANILKUMAR B and smart class rooms should be HAPPY TREE PRE SCHOOL, CALICUT I had not only lost myself, but also
PRINCIPAL, MAHARISHI VIDYA MANDIR, MANGADU, CHENNAI PRINCIPAL, CHINMAYA VIDYALAYA TARAPUR failed miserably in life. I didn’t
Understand the diversity of students know where I was going wrong; I
LEADERBOARD Collaborate with parents to The urban Indian classrooms are witness to a heterogeneous group of didn’t know what to do anymore.
Then, I realised that life is a puzzle
identify interests students. Therefore, the inability of many of them to adjust that is dierent for everyone. You
Principals discuss ways and adapt to the requirements of the curriculum and the can’t copy another person and solve
to motivate and We need to realise that there is no such expectations in terms of performance in assessments is no your puzzle. You have to nd your
thing as a ‘weak student’. All we have to
encourage slow learners do is to identify their weaknesses and surprise; since the instructional strategies are mostly uniform. methods, your solution. You have to
Hence, the key to successfully assist these students lies in
strengths. Some kids have emotional/social obstacles, some addressing their diversities, by classifying them into groups on be yourself because you are good at
lack the basics of the subject knowledge and some just the basis of their Multiple Intelligences (MIs) and learning something she is not.
Go the extra mile think dierently from other students. It is not always ‘Good styles; and thereafter imparting dierentiated instructions. Individual Ananya,
Howard Gardner’s breakthrough in Grades’ that makes a child gifted and talented, but a Learning Plans (ILPs) must be prepared and followed for each of these Class 8 B, Presidency School
identifying the learning styles of students dierent way of looking at the world and learning. students. Another key factor in upgrading these weak students is the SHARE YOUR VIEWS
through the theory of Multiple Intelligences Small eorts with remedial classes can result in big leaps sensitivity quotient of the teachers, who must understand that the weak
What is the one thing you would
has given direction to educators to address dierentiated and it will help students in the long run. Working in students are the ones who need more assistance and understanding; and like to change about the education
learning in classrooms. Providing slow learners the collaboration with their parents to identify their areas of should not be shunned for their incapability. system?
concessions in learning and evaluation are of interest and give them interesting assignments on that The country is in urgent need of focusing greatly on the scope of Write to us at
paramount importance. One of the practices is particular area will help them tremendously. With regular vocational education at the school level, so that academically weak school@thehindu.co.in with the
employing special educators. Special educators use practice and constant motivation there is no doubt that students can also emerge as motivated and skilled workforce of tomorrow. subject: Education.
dierent techniques to enable the students to overcome they will be able to achieve better scores in their academics. SUMANA DUTTA SARKAR Mention name, class and school.
their diculties. UMMAR SHERIFF E PRINCIPAL, SACHDEVA GLOBAL SCHOOL, DWARKA, NEW DELHI
Professional guidance and counselling are other HEAD OF SCHOOL, BVM INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
important options . The counsellors interact with
students, address their needs and suggest comprehensive Small changes, big results HT- 4th September, 2018
counselling programs to promote progress.
Specialised guidance and remedial teaching also Every student is unique. Weak students are
come in play with a well­structured timetable, where the generally identied by various diagnostic
teacher drills the basics with the students on a one to assessments, formative and summative
one basis. Every school should ensure these services to its tests.Simply advising or scolding students is not the right
students to make learning a joyful experience. solution. Teachers should understand the problem areas.
FR. BERNARD FERNANDES Encouragement plays an important role in the success of a
PRINCIPAL, DON BOSCO HIGH SCHOOL, MATUNGA child.
Students should be helped to prepare a study plan.
Provide children with a Teacher’s can give student tips on increasing memory power
conducive environment for and writing systematically. Teachers should also encourage
collaborative learning by letting weak students sit with
learning strong ones.
Academic performance, in terms of marks Structured remedial classes are most useful for the
in the examinations, has been the improvement of slow learners. Zero periods can be used for
conventional method of identifying slow learners. remedial teaching. Dierent teaching methods like
Teachers should give appropriate diagnostic tests to dierentiated instruction, multisensory instructions, graphic
identify learning diculties and scientically categorise organiser, mnemonics and scaolding can enhance the
students into ability groups and plan for suitable learning process. Above all, love and care given to weak NIE, Times of India -
teaching strategies like mnemonics. students is the key factor for their success. NIE H.T.- 4th September, 2018
One day a week can be spared for the reinforcement MURALEEDHARAN NAIR 31st July, 2018
class following a special time table. It is important to SENIOR PRINCIPAL, VELAMMAL VIDHYASHRAM PADAPPAI CHENNAI
ensure that these students get the required minimum
basics by way of persuasive and motivational teaching Teachers must take extra eorts
in a conducive learning atmosphere rather than
completing the portions. Teachers should give students In every class there will be a heterogeneous
condence and keep a record of their progress in studies. groups of students and some of them may
Teachers can also visit students at home to know more be weak in academics. Each student is weak Times of India - 2nd November, 2018
about them and their home atmosphere. It is equally in his own way – grasping new concepts,
important that teachers identify their strengths and ability to recall, etc. The rst duty of the school is to
aptitude in extracurricular domains and take eorts to identify these students and their problems through tests.
promote and channelise them on the right track. Teacher must be patient with these students and carefully
S.SRIPRIYA guide them. They should not be stamped as “weak
PRINCIPAL. SREE NARAYANA PUBLIC SCHOOL, PALAKKAD students”.
The teaching must be individualised. They should be
motivated with encouraging words and their eorts must
Learn, Unlearn and Relearn be applauded. A study time table can be set along with
The pace at which each person learns is the setting of goals. Tips can also be given to remember
determined by their own eciency. That is topics and writing practice can be given through mock
what makes them unique from the other. tests.
Students are tested for their skills at school A “No­ Fear” kind of environment must be provided to
which enables mentors to keep a check on ease learning. . Sometimes, group study with a mixed bag
their growth, both mentally and physically. of students also help in overall learning. Above all, parents
An experienced teacher could provide quality also must be involved in the eorts.
assistance to each student based on their unique SIKHA RAY CHAUDHURI
abilities whilst identifying slow learners. Learning is an PRINCIPAL, APPOLLO NATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, BANGALORE
ongoing process and keeps evolving, so does the method
of teaching. Introducing new ideas that keep the
students intrigued and interested is the rst and
foremost way in ensuring that each child is able to cope Principals, write to us!
with lessons. Incorporating fun lled activities related to Our next leaderboard topic: How prepared are
the subject is another way to help. Remedial coaching schools in the event of a calamity like earthquake or SACHDEVA GLOBAL SCHOOL | 2018-19 | 109
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overcome the fear of an students to face such situations?
unknown subject. Principals can send in their 200­word response, along
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