As mentioned in previous diary entries, my new post requires me to teach classes outside my specialist subject. As well as history, I have five classes of English and two classes of geography. Prior to beginning the job, I was confident in my ability to deliver the English curriculum – I have an A level in English literature – but was fairly worried about teaching geography.
I have not studied geography since I was in year 9 – 17 years ago! I have been lucky in that the head of geography has been very accommodating of my lack of experience. He has provided me with excellent resources and lesson plans, which have been crucial to my being able to deliver the content to my students. Teaching the subject has required a great deal of private study to ensure that my subject knowledge is strong enough.
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