Science in Action: A Classroom Chronicle

 “From Pressure to Formulas -  My Journey Through the Science” 

During these three consecutive school days, I actively engaged in both regular and substitution classes across grades 8 and 9. The major concepts covered included atmospheric pressure, chemical formulas, balancing of chemical equations, law of conservation of mass, and pressure balance. I made use of lesson plans, activity-based approaches, and ICT tools to ensure conceptual clarity and student involvement. Each day offered unique classroom experiences that helped enhance my teaching-learning strategies and classroom management skills.

15th September 2025

I signed in at 9:30 AM and had my first class in 8A during the second hour, where I taught the concept of atmospheric pressure. Students actively participated, and I used real-life examples to make the topic relatable.In the fourth hour, I took a substitution class in 9A and introduced the concept of chemical formulas, explaining the symbols and valencies of elements.During the fifth hour, I handled class 9B, where I taught balancing of chemical equations using Lesson Plan 27. Students performed individual balancing exercises to reinforce learning. The school day concluded at 4:15 PM

16th September 2025

I signed in at 9:30 AM and had my first class in 9B, where I taught the topic Chemical Formula, following Lesson Plan 28. Students were engaged through examples and short practice tasks.During the third hour, I had a substitution class in 9A, where I taught the chemical formulas of acids and bases, highlighting their importance in daily life.During the lunch break, I assisted with SR food distribution for students, ensuring proper discipline and order.In the fifth hour, I handled a substitution class in 9A again, where I explained the chemical formulas of salts, linking them to the previous lessons on acids and bases.

Overall, the day was productive with multiple opportunities to reinforce chemistry concepts through repetition and practical connection.

17th September 2025

I signed in at 9:30 AM. During the second hour, I handled class 9A and taught the concept Law of Conservation of Mass using an ICT model, which enhanced students’ understanding through visual demonstrations.In the third hour, I took a substitution class in 8B and taught the concept of liquid pressure, supported by simple demonstrations.During the fourth hour, I conducted a session for 8A on pressure balance using the 5E model of teaching, encouraging exploration and elaboration stages effectively.In the seventh and eighth hours, I had substitution classes in 9B, where I revised chemical formulas of acids, bases, and salts, following Lesson Plans 31 and 32. The continuous reinforcement of chemical formula concepts helped students strengthen their understanding.

Across these three days, I had the opportunity to teach diverse topics in both Physics and Chemistry to students of classes 8 and 9. The integration of various teaching models such as ICT and 5E helped make abstract concepts more concrete. Handling both planned and substitution classes improved my adaptability and classroom management skills. Students responded enthusiastically to activity-based learning, and the consistent revision of chemical formula topics across sections led to visible improvement in comprehension.

Overall, the experience contributed greatly to my growth as a reflective and effective educator.