My second classroom observation was Vicky's Group 1A speaking class. I was very excited to observe this class, because Speaking was my favorite section of the class we had been over so far!
Upon arrival in Vicky's class, the students were all seated in desks in a circle. Vicky had be choose a desk towards the center so I got to feel like I was a part of the class! Right off the bat, I was surprised at Vicky;s speaking rate. She spoke very fast, which was surprising to me because this was a lower level than Felicia's class, and she spoke very slow. The class began by vicky passing out maps of FSU campus. The students had to give each other directions to places on the map. This was a very fun activity and I'm glad I got to participate in it. I was once again surprised at the proficiency level of the students, they gave very accurate directions. I feel like this is a very practical activity as well. After the directions activity, the students practiced giving timed speeches that they were going to record later that week. The topic was "the most exciting moment of your life". It was interesting listening to their speeches, because it helped me to realize all of of the cultural differences. After this the class was over!
The main thing that stood out to me with Vicky's class was that she spoke fast, and rarely repeated herself. However, the class seemed to understand her very well.
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