Athila Jasmin

                           INNOVATIVE WORK Innovation in teaching plays a vital role in making learning meaningful, interesting, and long-lasting. Traditional methods of teaching science often fail to provide a clear visualization of microscopic structures such as cells and their organelles. To overcome this difficulty, an innovative teaching–learning material titled “Journey to the Cell” was designed in the form of a pop-up book. This innovative work aims to help students understand the structure and function of cell organelles through three-dimensional, interactive, and visual representation, thereby promoting experiential and joyful learning.

  Ninth Week of Teaching Practice Report During the ninth week of teaching practice, I taught the topic animal tissues. The lesson focused on introducing students to the different types of animal tissues and their functions. The four major types of animal tissues—epithelial tissue, connective tissue, muscular tissue, and nervous tissue—were explained with suitable examples. Diagrams and real-life illustrations were used to help students understand the structure and functions of each tissue clearly. Interactive questioning was encouraged to assess students’ understanding and maintain their interest. The session was effective and helped students develop a basic understanding of the organisation of animal tissues in the human body. This week further enhanced my confidence in content delivery and classroom interaction.

The final week of phase 1 The final week of my first phase of teaching practice arrived much faster than I expected. What began with nervous introductions slowly turned into comfort, connection, and countless shared moments of learning. Saying goodbye felt harder than I imagined, as separating from the students brought a quiet mix of pride and emotion. Throughout this phase, the students shared their experiences openly, completed the assigned works with sincerity, and showed genuine interest in learning. In return, I learned far more than I had anticipated—about patience, communication, classroom dynamics, and the true meaning of being a teacher. Each day in the classroom shaped my confidence and deepened my passion for teaching. This first phase was not just about practice; it was about growth—for the students and for me. As I step forward to the next phase, I carry these memories, lessons, and connections with gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead.

 Eighth Week of Teaching Practice Report (6-10-25) The eighth week of my teaching practice coincided with the conduct of the school Kalolsavam, which created a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere in the school. Students actively participated in various cultural programmes, and overall school activities were carried out smoothly. Along with the co-curricular activities, academic teaching was also continued. During this week, I taught meristematic tissue and permanent tissue. The lesson included the types, characteristics, and functions of meristematic tissues, followed by a detailed explanation of permanent tissues with suitable examples. Diagrams and simple explanations were used to ensure better understanding. Despite the busy schedule due to Kalolsavam, the classes were conducted effectively, and students showed interest in both academic and cultural activities. This week helped me understand the importance of balancing curricular and co-curricular activities in school life.

  Seventh Week of Teaching Practice Report (3-10-25) The seventh week of my teaching practice focused on a specific biology topic and helped in reinforcing structured content delivery. During this period, I handled classes in Class 8D. In Class 8D, the topic plastids was taught. The lesson covered the types of plastids—chloroplast, chromoplast, and leucoplast, along with their structure and functions. Special emphasis was given to the role of chloroplasts in photosynthesis. Diagrams and examples were used to help students clearly understand the differences among various plastids. The session was interactive, with students actively participating by answering questions and identifying plastids through diagrams. This week helped me improve clarity in explanation and effective use of visual aids in teaching.

 Sixth Week of Teaching Practice Report (15th to 19th) The sixth week of my teaching practice at Iqbal School, conducted from 15th to 19th, was conceptually rich and contributed significantly to the development of my teaching competence. During this week, I handled classes in Sections 8D and 9E, focusing on fundamental and advanced biology topics. In Class 8D, I taught the history of cell biology, highlighting the contributions of early scientists and the development of cell theory. I also covered cell organelles, explaining their structure and functions with the help of diagrams. In addition, the topic plant tissues was taught, focusing on different types of tissues and their functions, using examples from daily life to improve understanding. In Class 9E, the portions covered were glycolysis and the Krebs cycle. These biochemical pathways were explained step by step using flow charts and simplified explanations to help students grasp the sequence of reactions and their significanc...