The Teaching Year No One Could Have Planned For

Abstract

This shift was unusual and abrupt. The first few classes were quite dull and unrealistic, as if you are all alone in a big classroom echoing your own voice. Gradually, online classes became more human and playful as the ringing of a doorbell by the neighbor’s kids and my wife’s clanking of utensils in the kitchen were found quite acceptable. As a teacher, I also came to know that this is a difficult period for students. Some of our final year students are apprehensive about finding job placements, and some of them have lost their near and dear ones during the pandemic. I also realized that listening is the best connector that I found to plug into the obstacles faced by students.