Comments on Videos:)

After watching this video, I was reminded of my secondary school days. Although I was friends with people from all races, sometimes, my friends and I would make fun of a friend from another race without realising it. We did not have any ill intentions towards him but I realise that we were insensitive towards his feelings. I think that this is a common scenario in a class whereby racist comments or jokes are made without realising the students realising it. This is an unhealthy practice as living in a multi-racial country, we need to be aware of other people's beliefs and culture. We must be fair to everyone and as a teacher, believe that i too need to be careful with my words and to treat all my students equally, with no prejudice towards anyone.

Video 2 showcases the students' creativity and it displays a great teamwork between the students. I had a great laugh watching this video and I think that all schools should provide this avenue where the students can portray their talent and learn through their own experience. This will allow the students to have a more enjoyable and fruitful learning journey.

From video 4, I learnt that I must always be prepared when approaching or being approached by parents. This because the students will come from different economic and social background, as such I must know how to handle the parents so as not to hurt their feelings and to be able to come out with the best help and solution for the student.

Finally, I agree to the things discussed in Video 5 as I too feel that exam stress is a result of peer pressure, parents' pressure, as well as other external influence like TV shows and movies on the student. Students need the support and encouragement from the people around them to do well. Given that Singapore's education system is so results-oriented, teachers need to ensure that while we continue to encourage those who scored well to continue with their good job, we must give special attention to those who are struggling. I think that teachers need to be able to discover the child's best learning style and to always remind him to put in his best effort and stay in school. No matter if he goes to ITE, as long as he continues studying and not drop-out of school, he will be able to find a job in the future. That is the most important advise that teachers need to give to the students.

That's all for now. :)

Nur Hidayah.