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As easy as ABC non-educators assume the job to be does not rule out the fact that, the pedagogy in its real sense is technical, scientific and artistic. My fear as an assistant teacher has not left me in a jiffy. It was highly challenging having the pupils adhere to my instructions. I would take a deep breathe before carrying out simple task such as handling worksheets to the pupils, putting pupils in line for outdoor learning and supporting low ability pupils. I would require the input of the class teacher to get the pupils to cooperate. In the light of my experiences with disruptive pupils, I would say to observe and to be observed with genuine, constructive feedback have a lot of benefits leading to teachers’ development. In anticipation of implementation of acquired skills in teaching, it is essential for newly qualified teachers to learn from the more experienced and qualified teachers. It is also important to ascertain that there is a synergy between what educators are taught and what acceptable ethics and ethos of the profession are. Unlearning traditions and embracing acceptable ethos in the practice can be achieved through open-minded observation of convincing lessons delivery. Observed teaching practice, literarily known as classroom observation, is primarily to assess the interaction between teacher-learners within the classroom and during teaching-learning activities. Hence, I will address my chosen topic from these two perspectives: observing more experienced teacher and being observed as a newly qualified teacher. If a teacher that is just starting out his or her career is privileged to observe a more experienced teacher and take the pain to practice what is learnt, there is a tendency that such an educator is likely going to advance in his or her career speedily. Observing innovative methods can activate more ideas in a newly qualified teacher. It can enhance own self esteem and foster confidence. A just starting out teacher will possibly conquer fear through this exercise. There are quite a number of teaching equipments identified in unit 17 that newly qualified teachers might need to observe teachers use for appropriate handling. Interactive whiteboard and overhead projector are good examples of these teaching materials. Observing a more experienced teacher or peers can as well improve one’s teaching and professionalism Notification of observation for a newly qualified teacher can confer fear. Nevertheless, I consider the exercise a key to development. A lot of benefits are attributed to this exercise and for career advancement for teachers. The activity is capable of revealing the areas where growth is needed to teachers’ managers for appropriate professional development programme. A new teacher might be nervous and perform below expectation at first attempt. I can vividly recall a case where I had my lesson recorded during my Postgraduate Certificate in Education programme with Nottingham University, UK. I initially thought the lesson went awesomely until I had to sit with a team to review the work constructively. I was made to see the need to make my class more engaging with insightful suggestions. Class observation open educators to better practice. Finally, classroom observation will not result to any change or growth in any teacher if there is no room for appropriate feedback. Feedback from observations can suggest ways to overcome nervousness and in turn enhance new teachers’ self awareness.
