Teaching at Cipta Kreatif Bangsa: My Micro-Teaching Journey

From October 7 to 9, 2024, we embarked on our daily micro-teaching sessions at Cipta Kreatif Bangsa (CKB), each of us assigned to a classroom with a partner teacher for guidance. It was our first time applying the different teaching methods, and having hands-on time with the students.

The children’s curiosity and enthusiasm made each session enjoyable, and our partner teachers were wonderfully supportive. They shared tips on classroom management and teaching techniques, helping us feel more prepared. Although the language barrier added some challenges, the students' eagerness to participate kept things engaging. Our partner teachers often helped translate, bridging the gap and ensuring the lessons ran smoothly.

By the 3rd day, we felt much more confident. It was heartwarming to see the students’ smiles and energy during activities.

October 10, 2024: A Bittersweet Farewell

Our last micro-teaching day at CKB felt special. With one final demonstration, we applied everything we’d learned. The lessons went well, and afterward, we had a heartfelt evaluation session with our partner teachers and supervisors from UNSRI.