Teaching of Writing: Reflection It was 8:20 in the morning when my alarm startled me, and I realized I had woken up late. Today was my first class of the semester. I rushed to the bathroom and managed to get into the mini theatre just before the lecturer entered. I felt very sleepy and, as usual, I expected the lecturer to explain assignments and conduct a simple ice-breaking session. However, the class environment was very different from what I expected. For microteaching, I thought the lecturer would focus on teaching us how to write stories, letters, and other forms of writing. Instead, the session was highly interactive and student-centred. We sat in a circle, which created a more open and less formal environment. This arrangement encouraged communication and participation, aligning with constructivist theory, where learning happens through interaction and shared experiences. The lecturer asked us to introduce ourselves by sharing our names, where we are from, how many siblings we ...
