REFLECTION - 24/9/09

The year is coming to a close. Thinking through the year’s D/T programme,
it is satisfying to note that the objectives set out by the department was achieved.
All pupils under my charge were able to complete their projects and folios.
Pupils showed keen interest in their work, particularly, the practical work. By
the time they went through and completed their projects, they would have learnt the
processes involved in design work, namely, (i) marking out (ii) cutting the profile
(iii) shaping/ bending (iv) assembling the parts and (v) applying finishing.
Judging from the pupils enthusiasm and interest we are motivated to stretch them
to their maximum potential. Many pupils who left the workshop keep asking if they
could come and do some interesting projects. May be, we can think of some waysto accommodate them in the afternoon, if there is good response.

Thinking Aloud - Reflection

The program being provided to lower seconday pupils in design / technology is both challenging and interesting. It provides an environment for the holistic development of our pupils. It challenges all the five domains of learning - moral, intellectual , physical , social and aesthetic values. The target is to enable all our pupils to hand in their D/T assignments on time. Close monitering and help are needed to guide along the slower ones. Encourage pupils to develop their creativity to the fullest with confidence thus enabling them to become independant learners. We are mid-way down term one and all indicators point to the fact that more than 95% can pass.

Vasoo S