The Integration of Biology Content Lessons in the English Curriculum through

participate?
Does the student teacher 
use different strategies to 
grouping learners?
X
There was not a specific activity where students were 
asked to group. The assessment task was done 
individually and students had to organize in rows.
Does the student-teacher 
manage disruptive 
behavior appropriately?
X
Generally, the students feel comfortable and enthusiastic 
about these lessons, however; in some moments some 
students start talking aloud. In these cases the teacher 
tries to pass around the classroom trying to get students 
attention back. The students respect this and are back to 
the lesson. 
Are the standards to 
teach English
appropriately included in 
the lesson planning?
X
The general as well as the specific standards were 
included in the lesson plan. 
Do learners show 
progress in the language 
learning process?
X
This is evidenced when the practitioner makes a review 
from the topic the students are in their English class. It is 
easier for them to understand the practitioner and the 
different tasks that involves the content and the 
language.
Does the student-teacher 
provide a relaxing 
atmosphere to his class?
X
The practitioner respected allowed students’ 
participation an opinions during the class.
Does the student-teacher 
use strategies to fulfill the 
learners needs based on 
their learning styles?
X
I was evidenced in the different kind of activities the skills 
that the students needed. In the greeting circle the 
kinesthetic abilities were evident. It is noticeable that the 
practitioner tries to make students move as much as 
possible. For example when he calls some students to 
write or complete some information in the board. 
Do students react 
positively to the 
integration of biology 
content lessons in 
English? 
X
They are reacting positively to the challenge faced. The 
fact that they can rely on their previously acquire 
knowledge in biology and English make participation and 
self-confidence easier.

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