Teaching 1, round 2 (March 13, 2007)

Because of the odd times, I had to come into the classroom late (after my classes ended). Linda was already doing her lesson. The kids seemed lethargic and tired. Ms. M. even looked weary and exhausted. I am not sure if it was the nice weather and having to be stuck inside, or if it was the time of day (afternoon). In any case, the students became a little more lively when we had them discuss their writing at the end of the lesson. I hope that such lethargy does not occur often. The mornings (when we usually do observations) never indicated anything like what I saw today in the classroom. It was too quiet, unlike the peaceful quiet the students take part in as they do their morning activites and work.