I got the opportunity to observe Olga and her student Marcus. Working efficiently throughout the session, 3 things stood out to me that I will remember and utilise moving forward.
They worked on a variety of content, working strictly while also taking multiple short breaks to keep productive and maintain focus throughout the session. This balance was very effective in ensuring Marcus was consistently giving his best effort while also not losing motivation or getting bored.
Additionally, Olga’s personal interest in her student and his progression was lovely to see. Her consistent reassurance and advice, whether that be specifically related to the content at hand or a broader concept that has been learned throughout the year. All of which fosters an environment of growth and development.
Finally, Olga’s use of time management. Specifically, the stable structure of the lesson. She always made sure to leave enough time for the student to finish the work provided while also allowing enough time to allocate sufficient homework.
Katerina Vrahnos
