As you visit your classroom you will notice are in a very peculiar role. You are viewed as a student but also as a teacher. You are asked to take the initiative and become involved in classroom activities, but you are also reminded that you are a guest and should refrain form stepping on the toes of your supervising teacher. It takes some skill to function comfortably in this role. Talk to your teacher often .
Communication is the key to a successful experience.
On breaks or before school share your observation assignments, ask for some feedback about your work, inquire about how you might help out in the classroom. Take initiative . Let the teacher know from the moment of your arrival that you are willing to get involved as you can in all aspects of the classroom. Offer to work with individual students, pass materials, help with a bulletin board, take lunch count, supervise during recess, or in other way assist with classroom routines. Try to pack as much experience into these Thursday mornings as you can.