Mitali Das, a 31-year-old assistant teacher at Lal Singh Academy High School, has significantly transformed her approach to teaching English through NEET’s Language Learning Programme.

Transformative Journey
Initially reliant on traditional methods such as lecturing and note-giving, she has embraced interactive techniques  learned from NEET’s demonstration classes and the TLMs provided by our Resource Persons. This shift has increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes, making her classes more dynamic and effective.

Oral Language Development

Mitali enhances oral skills by posing imaginative and individualised questions related to story characters, encouraging students to express themselves in both Assamese and English. This bilingual child-centric approach helps students feel more comfortable and actively participate, creating an inclusive learning environment..

Reading Skills Development

Mitali employs creative methods to teach reading, using illustrations from our specially designed Blossom book series for students to discuss and techniques such as shared and guided reading to develop children’s reading skills. She incorporates picture reading and bilingual reading sessions, uses flashcards to engage students and improve their comprehension of English texts.

Writing Skills Development
Incorporating strategies from NEET’s workshops, Mitali fosters writing skills through independent and shared writing sessions, along with unstructured creative writing activities to encourage children to craft their adventure stories.Her methods have led to significant improvements in student writing, creativity and engagement and facilitating a deeper comprehension of the chapter’s themes.

Conclusion
Mitali Das’s journey exemplifies the positive impact of innovative teaching methods. Her transformation, driven by NEET’s Language Learning Programme, showcases how tailored approaches can enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.