Dr.Paramvir Singh

Pre- Calculus 11,  Sequences and Series

The main objective of our micro teaching lesson was to represent two -term and three- term ratios. Especially by identifying examples of two-term and three -term ratios from our real life. As Dr. Susan had  already told us in the class to concentrate on one topic , I think we forgot this hint during our micro teaching lesson. we started discussing percentage and fractions as well and eventually we were about to finish our time before finishing our lesson. Secondly, we also seemed a bit off track. As a result,  we could not engage the whole class properly in the lesson and we had to finish our lesson quickly. Besides this, I believe that the activity which we chose for the class,  was also less interesting. We should use balls instead of piece of papers for activity, which  could be more effective. I also believe that our instructions for group activity were not very clear. Next time, we will keep all these weaknesses in our mind so that we could make our lesson inte...

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Math that matters by David Stoker ‘Middle school is a wasteland of pizza party math’ is a line, in the introduction of Maththatmatters which immediately strikes in my mind and arises many types of questions. Are books doing justice with us? Do these offer us what is required? The main purpose of math activities should to reinforce the math skills and moral values so that students can justify in the society. Are the higher professional degrees or higher education in math, everything? The main purpose is not only related with solving the problem. Moreover, the relevant content to engage the learner in social reality. Why we are still unable to explain the magnitude and impact of U.S military? Why we fail to discuss the impact zone of today’s nuclear missiles?  David talks about the intelligent skepticism. It is very important for students, so that they can understand who they are. It could be helpful in building the future more wisely. When equity and justice would be the intrins...

 I chose turban tying for the lesson so that I could explain its cultural, religious and historical background in front of my classmates . I think,  I explained  all the  main points to my group members , which were not a bit familiar with it. However, it can be done more effectively in many ways. The main weakness was about the engagement of all members. Especially the person whom I tied the turban , could not participate actively. Secondly, I should keep its Pooni ( special folds) ready before tying the turban which could be helpful to save atleast 3 minutes. As a result , the shape of the turban might be more round and attractive. Finally, I wanted to talk about the  turban  in the whole class , which was not possible because of  time management.  I also feel that instead of tying on someone's head , I should tie it on my head myself. In this way , I think I could make the lesson more interesting and effective.

EDCP 342A LESSON PLAN TEMPLATE FOR  MICRO TEACHING Name: Paramvir Singh Subject: Mathematics Grade: Micro Teaching Date: Oct 17, 2017 Duration: 10 minutes Lesson Overview  Will be discussed how to tie a turban Class Profile Students are in mathematics class, 25% of them are ELL Big Idea(s) Make a practical experience of turban tying and able to know the technique which helps to make it  Curriculum Competencies Use reasoning and technique to tie a turban. They may also know different types of clothes which are especially used in tying a turban. Content 1.       Make proper folds 2.       Turban tying Literacy Objectives 1.They will demonstrate understanding of turban tyi...

Battleground Schools My first stop is about the phobia that mathematics is a tough and a boring subject. Moreover, it is believed that the people who like mathematics are reserved, strict and absentminded. Even in my elementary schooling I still remember that I had almost lost my interest in mathematics, as we did not get a math teacher the whole year. Social study teacher used to teach us math. When I went to high school, our teacher changed our supposition about mathematics. He used to tell us stories of great mathematicians and scientists. He gave us an example of Albert Einstein who was not good in mathematics in the beginning years. He changed our assumption that math is a boring subject. He used to say that math is a game which is played on paper. My second stop is about John Dewey’s approach which is associated with mathematical reforms. He advocated the development of high quality mental process and scientific attitude, instead of conservative traditions, which are gener...