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Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Classroom Anecdotes by Cherry D

by: Cherry Moriones Doromal

Mahatma Gandhi International School (MGIS) -- Since we started this School Year 2013-2014, I've been posting up photos with status updates on my personal Facebook account almost everyday. I just thought of documenting these posts here on a single blog, as a public journal.

Just like any other profession, teaching has its own ups and downs. And I solidly refuse to be a contributor to the downside of it. These anecdotes are mostly testimonials about my personal classroom experience and encounters, intended to edify and inspire my fellow international educators.

15 Aug 2013

Friend: Isn't teaching stressful?
Me: YES! There are stresses which make you thin and stresses which make you fat; but, there are stresses which make you even more beautiful. As to the latter...in my case, one of them is teaching!

MGIS Manila Grade 7 Class SY 2013-14

13 Aug 2013- 1st day SY 2013-2014 -I got into the Grade 7 classroom for my Philippine History, Culture & Language or PHCL class in MGIS. Everybody seemed excited (perhaps, because I' m a familiar face) and my intro was: "Congratulations, everyone! Why? Because you're my very first class in Mgis Manila." And there was a big round of applause. Everyone's energy level was high;we never realized the bell ending our period had rung. I had every student stand up, speak up his mind and exhibit his legible handwriting on the board! Aside from writing and conmunication skills, CONFIDENCE, that's one of the things we'll develop together. I love this big class of 16 students (3 new comers)-- an active community of French, Pakistani, British, Israeli,Indian, Filipino,Vietnamese, Japanese and Iraqui nationals. Intercultural appreciation and unity in diversity are very much alive!

Mgis Manila, 14 Aug 2013 Philippine History Culture and Language (PHCL)- I only have 5 students in Grade 6. Some of them are still out of the country or on vacation and will be back by next month.

ME: Class, let me ask you this One Million Dollar question :"Is PHCL a boring subject?"

STUDENTS: No?!

ME:Don't worry, your answer will not in any way affect your grades.
Then I asked them the same question for the second time.

ME: Is PHCL a boring subject?

STUDENTS: Ahmm... Sometimes.

Then, we proceeded with the lesson.

Before we wrapped up, I asked the class,again: Is PHCL a boring subject?

STUDENTS (loudly in unison): No!

ME: That's right! There's no boring subject to an animated teacher! There's no boring subject to students who are ready to learn.

Finally, I asked, "What is a good title for today's session?" Of several choices given by each of them, this title stood out:" Ms. Cherry and her Fantastic 5" . . . And yes, I agree! You, guys, were really fantastic this morning!

15 Aug 2013, MGIS Manila Philippine History, Culture and Language (PHCL)-- This photo is a spillover from yesterday. Glad to have met this very active Grade 5 class- inquirers, communicators,and very helpful,too! (especially when the Smartboard icons were missing, hahah!) For me, teaching is like running my own tv show. I prepare my program log, divided into timed segments: OBB,1st segment ,1st Gap, 2nd Segment (with audience participation), 2nd Gap,Final Segment and CBB... Yes,the classroom is a big stage...teachers are edu-tainers!- Dr. Cherry D.

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Thursday, March 7, 2013

Home ESL Series: Oratorical Piece "THE SCHOLAR"

By: Cherry Moriones Doromal

I wrote a declamation piece entitled THE SCHOLAR about a month ago and gave my kids Zekie (11 years old) and Strong (7 years old) a hard copy for each of them. We read the piece together only twice. After that, we never had time to seriously practice the piece...Until, two days ago, when we were in the car and got stuck in long hours of traffic jam, my sons started reciting the piece without realizing that they both inadvertently memorized the same.

Reading with our kids or students is really effective and inspiring for them.

This video was randomly taken yesterday WITHOUT practice where the Teacher Mom had an impromptu command (lol!) to sons Zekie and Strong to recite THE SCHOLAR on cam, and in return, the Mom would allow them to swim at night (positive reinforcement). This rendition may not be flawless, but perfect in the sense that the speaker (Zekie) did not lose confidence and carried on when he forgot his lines.

I love using declamation pieces in teaching ESL as there are various vital skills being developed simultaneously: language and communication skills, memorization, pronunciation, intonation, confidence, eye contact, gesticulation, acting...and not to mention, patience.

The Scholar was written by this author with the masses in Philippine setting in mind. As you may notice, I used peso, not dollar, and the narrator’s parents’ jobs are reflective of typical Filipino as well, where the father is a construction worker and the mother is a banana cue peddler. This piece depicts the Filipino values of devotion to God, diligence, and positive perspective despite life’s unfavorable circumstances.

In my opinion, what makes this declamation piece unique is that the author was able to successfully integrate two elements that other pieces may not have: (1)An original unpublished song composed by the same author entitled “My need of You” and (2) a Biblical promise in Jeremiah 29:11 to conclude the piece.

Ezekiel "Zekie" Doromal is a 6th Grader in MGIS www.mgis.com.ph

Zecheriah "Strong" Doromal is a 2nd Grader, also at Mahatma Gandhi International School (MGIS) in Manila Philippines

Related Post:"The Scholar" Demo in a School Talent Show

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Click Video: Impromptu Rendition of "The Scholar" by 11-year old Ezekiel "Zekie" Wilson Doromal

Click Video: The Scholar as rendered by 7-year old Zecheriah "Strong" Doromal (excerpt)

Click Video: 7-year old Zecheriah"Strong" Doromal recites THE SCHOLAR (Full Version)

"But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD."

The Scholar

A declamation piece by Cherry Moriones Doromal

One thousand pesos.

One thousand pesos more and I will be able to pay my school fees.

I am ten years old, and all I dream of is to study,to get a good job and help my family.

My father has not recovered from his accident at construction work last year, and so, he has been in bed since then.

My mother… She earns two hundred pesos a day peddling banana cue.

In many occasions during my sleep, I witness how my mother secretly hugs me… and cries, whispering to herself that she wanted to send me to school. But , her income is not enough to provide our needs.

I am not dismayed… I look forward each day to a better future.

I have two little sisters and one baby brother. And so, I have to be tough. I am tough, I know!

Shhhhhhh…..sh…. (wind and rain) Oh, it’s raining so hard tonight, I need to deliver all these packs of bread to Mr. Argel’s home.

Run...(panting), Run, (panting) Run…whew! Knock ,knock… I’ m here to deliver these bread to Mr. Argel.

Knock…knock…knock… (shiver) sooo cold! Pleaase, open the door.

There seems to be no one home. What am I suppose to do? In fact, selling all these bread will not even give me half of the One Thousand Pesos I need… for my school fees…

Knock, knock, knock… “Anybody home?” hmmm…

“Lord, there seems to be nobody home as the gate and door are closed. Oh well, I trust that you are here with me. You will never leave me nor forsake me.”

And so, I sing:

MY NEED OF YOU MAGNIFIES YOUR MEANING IN MY LIFE

IT IS WHEN MY MIND IS UNABLE TO COMPREHEND

THAT I APPRECIATE YOUR WISDOM, LORD

YOU'RE THE SAME POWERFUL GOD OF THE PAST

AND OF THE PRESENT, AND OF THE FUTURE

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE TO YOU...

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE IN YOU.

O…Ohh! The bread got wet and dropped on the floor… (picking up the pieces of bread when the door opened)

Oh, it’s Mr. Argel… Good evening Sir! As you can see, the packs of bread I am supposed to deliver for you are all gone to waste. They dropped on the floor and got wet.

“It’s okay, little boy! I admire your perseverance. How much do I owe you? Ah, 300 Pesos for the bread and here’s a Thousand Pesos more for your job well done!”

Thank you, Mr. Argel! Thank you, God, for providing my need, just in time! For You know your plans for me. Plans to prosper me and not to harm me. Plans to give me hope and a future.

Basic Chord Reference for the song "My Need of You" by Cherry Moriones Doromal

G-C Am F

F G Em Am

FG Em-Am

F-Dm

F-C

The Teacher Mom's Teaching Philosophy

"In general, I dub my personal teaching philosophy 'altruistic passion in education' wherein understanding the learner is the key. In effecting this philosophy, the teacher has to be extra empathetic on the condition and needs of her students and be able to patiently and strategically reconcile these factors with her goals for the class and for each student.

I practice eclectic strategies of teaching in my classes and ascertain that the student's interests are not only enhanced and stirred, more importantly, potentials are also introduced and discovered, recognizing individual differences and strengths. As regards this sphere, I boost the employment of creativity, performing arts, experimentation, external exposures, technology, experiential and collaborative learning, and freedom of expression and inquiry in the class while giving everyone a balanced opportunity to shine.

It is my conviction that teachers are role models of the students and are vital conduits of moral and character formation of the learner; hence, irrespective of the subject area one teaches, values should be integrated.

I believe that classroom experience is a two-way process wherein teachers and students mutually teach and learn from each other.

Learning is an endless process as long as one is willing to absorb knowledge. Considering this in mind, it is my job as a good teacher to think of and utilize appropriate motivational strategies to develop the student’s positive learning attitude.

Finally, family support is, at all times, encouraged. I believe that teaching and learning begin at home and experience yields wisdom."

.-- Cherry Moriones Doromal, Generalist Educator/Marketing & Quad-Media Director,MGIS

www.mgis.com.ph

International Baccalaureate (IB) Scholarship 2013-2014 Philippines

Published : International School Educator Cherry Doromal

Other Posts by the Author:

5 Stars for MGIS Manila

Back to Basics

Through the Strong Winds Part 1

Through the Strong Winds Part 2 (Learning from an Eagle in Pain)

Basic Tips to Betrayed Wives

What and Where We Eat in the Philippines

10 Secrets to a Peaceful Family Home

Classroom Anecdotes by Cherry D.

About the Author:

Published : International School Educator Cherry Doromal

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