INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

(July 27, 2023- November 24, 2023)

A PROJECT REPORT
Submitted by
S. Arun Pandiyan (9922139001)

MASTER OF ARTS
IN
ENGLISH

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SPECIAL EDUCATION
KALASALINGAM ACADEMY OF RESEARCH AND EDUCATION
(2022-2024)

KALASALINGAM ACADAMY OF RESEARCH AND EDUCATION

(DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY)
KRISHNANKOIL -626 126

BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
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This to certify that the internship in LINGA GLOBEL SCHOOL, KRISHANKOIL is a
bonafide record done by S.Arunpandiyan (9922139001) from 27/07/2023 to 24/11/2023. In
particular fulfilment of the requirement for a degree of M.A (English) awarded by
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education during the academic year 2022-2023.

Dr S. REMADEVI GUIDED BY:

Mr. RAMANATHAN (M.A B.Ed.)
Head of the Department ENGLISH PROFESSOR
Linga Global School
Department of English
Krishankoil

Internship
viva-voce held on ______________________

Examiner (1) Examiner (2) Examiner (3)

coordinator HOD of English DEAN SLASE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
2. DECLARATION
3. PREFACE
4. THE START OF THE INTERNSHIP JOURNEY
5. ORGANISATION PROFILE
6. THE NEED FOR AN INTERNSHIP
7. DAY ONE
8. THE FIRST WEEK
9. THE SECOND WEEK
10.THE THIRD WEEK
11.THE FOURTH WEEK
12.THE FIFTH WEEK
13.THE SIXTH WEEK
14.THE SEVENTH WEEK
15.THE EIGHTH WEEK
16.THE NINETH WEEK
17.THE TENTH WEEK
18.THE ELEVENTH WEEK
19.THE TWELFTH WEEK
20.THE CLOSING OF THE INTERNSHIP
21.STRUGGLES AND SOLUTIONS
22.OUTCOMES

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This acknowledgement places or record my gratitude to the almighty for helping to
me complete my internship successfully.

I place on record on my gratitude Alma Matar, Kalasalingam Academy of

Research and Education for proposing a semester long term internship to me as a
part of the academic design. I also thank Linga global school for having admitted
me as an intern.

I would like to thank Ms Alka Sharma, M.A., and M.Phil. B.Ed., Ph.D.,
Principal of Linga Global School for giving me an opportunity to enhance my
knowledge in their organisation.

I am incredibly grateful to thank Dr S. Rema Devi, Head of the English

Department, and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education for initiating
such a training program.

My heartfelt thanks to Dr V. Pandiya Rajan, Dean, School of Liberal Arts and

Special Education for providing such a wonderful opportunity.

My sincere gratitude to Dr P. Pandiya Rajammal, Assistant professor of the

English department, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education for her
sincere support, advice and guidance throughout the training program.

I extend my thanks to Mr. M. Ramanathan English Professor, Linga Global

School for the guidance he has given me in completing the training program
successfully.

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 DECLARATION

This report is based on the semester long Internship-Program as an intern in Linga

Global School is submitted by

ARUNPANDIYAN.S

Registration Number: 9922139001

Student of Master of Arts,English of KALASALINGAM ACADEMY OF

RESEARCH AND EDUCATION

Signature:_______________________________________

Date: __________________________________________

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 PREFACE

The intern’s first-hand teaching experiences from my internship training at the

Linga Global School in Annand Nagar, Krishnankoil, and 2023–2024 are
summarized in this report.

The title page, the recognition, the declaration, the preface, and the table of
contents make up the first section, known as the preliminaries.

The school's specifics, mission, vision, and goals are covered in the second section.
It also includes a synopsis of the weekly activities done by the intern and the first-
hand experiences as a pre-service teacher, including working with the principal,
staff, and students.

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 THE START OF THE INTERNSHIP JOURNEY

To fully appreciate the significance of the lessons one learns in class, it is

imperative that one make use of one’s teaching abilities. One must communicate
with those who have specialised knowledge in many fields of education. Since
their opinions and views about the work are so significant, they can be used while
facing many difficult situations and problems in our careers.

The newly learned concepts are essential because they help us to act in an
appropriate suitable way that is appropriate for the classroom. It is quite simple to
obtain employment if one is aware of the practical experience necessary for an
internship.

An official letter furnished with the details of the intern and the duly signed by the
authorities concerned was duly verified and accepted which flagged off the start of
the internship.

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 ORGANISATION PROFILE

LINGA GLOBAL SCHOOL:

- KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Linga Global School is founded with a vision of promoting education, by the
founder Kalvivallal Thiru T. Kalasalingam, as the founder- chairman. It is started
with the motto of promoting the rural area with good education and creativity.
Linga Global school is started in a humble way by the Kalasalingam and Anandam
Ammal charities. The founding philosophy of the institution is empowering
children for development through “Modern technology”.

VISION
To create an outstanding, multi-cultural learning community which empowers
students to achieve their potential, become lifelong learners and responsible global
citizens.

MISSION

To create leaders of tomorrow through wholesome education and life-long

learning.

WEBSITE
www.lingaschool.org

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LINGA GLOBAL SCHOOL

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 THE NEED FOR AN INTERNSHIP

The teaching community comprises the most educated persons who can achieve,
regardless of their age, language or field of study. Depending on the subject and
teaching grade, a teacher's typical day might vary substantially. A excellent teacher
covers a single subject throughout their career, from special needs education to
statistics, from kindergarten to high school.

What does a Teacher do?

● Plan, prepare and provide lessons for all the students in the class.

● Guidance tailored to the educational needs, skills, and performance of

individual students and groups of students.

● Adopt the school development plan of each school they serve and work towards
its implementation.

● Assign, modify, and grade the work done by the students.

● Evaluate, record and report on student development, progress, performance, and

behaviour.

● Provide oral and written assessments, reports, and references related to

individual students or groups of students.

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● Participate in arrangements within the agreed national framework for grade
evaluation of students.

● Promote general progress and well-being in individual students, groups of

students, or classes entrusted to him/them.

Teacher’s duties include:

● A teacher’s job is to advice and co-operate with school owners, vice school
owners, deans, educators and other teachers in the preparation and development
of courses, materials, educational programs, education and exam forms, idyllic
care contracts.

● Ensuring a high level of professional practice and quality of education and of

subject learning.

● Effective dialogue, participation in mutual peer reviews, and observation of

educational practices by managers of relevant departments.

● Participation in in-service training, further training courses, and further training

provides participation in and Action Research exercises.

● Maintaining order and discipline among students who take care of them to
ensure health and safety at all times.

● Attending staff, groups, or other meetings related to the school curriculum or

pastoral arrangements to assist in organizing and managing the school.

● Contributing to the professional development of new students and teachers

based on an agreement with school management.

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● Providing necessary information and advice to designated staff at the school and
providing all necessary information regarding requirements and agreements
related to the education of his/her assigned subjects.

● Guaranteeing the safe storage and optimal use of the devices normally used in
the class and guaranteeing regular maintenance and repairs.

Duties of a Teacher:

● Attending school meetings.

● Recording and monitoring the presence of monitored students.

● Participating in effective school governance, organization, order and discipline

in the most appropriate way possible.

● Promoting a culture in which the teacher job considers themselves facilitators of

learners and reflexive practitioners.

● Attending and contributing to MAPS and IEP meetings and officially

recognized student meetings, and work with parents, SMTs, inclusion
coordinators, and other professionals/stakeholders who work with students.

● Working with Learning Support Assistants to develop and implement

the Individualised Education Program (IEP) for students with individualized
educational needs and participate in IEP and Individualized Training
Program (ITP) meetings.

● Regular discussion and monitoring of LSA work in class.

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● Contacting and collaborating with subject teachers/resource staff and other
professionals who work with designated students.

● Use of audio-visual auxiliary equipment and other indications during

education.

● In secondary education, the person pursuing the teacher’s job should be

expected to teach students of different levels.

Responsibilities of a Teacher:

● Developing a curriculum to achieve development goals and classroom

activities.

● Preparing classroom materials, grade dissertations, manage classrooms, evaluate

and provide student feedback.

● Communication with school staff, family, colleagues, supervisors, and others.

● Measure student progress and grades.

● Assessing academic performance on a regular basis and submit progress reports

as needed.

● Following license and program guidelines.

● Keeping a record of attendance, accidents, incidents, and other notable events.

● Participating in conferences and workshops to promote professional

development.
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● Managing students Outlined guidelines Act according to all students should be
provided a safe, successful and respectful environment in the classroom and
school premises.

DAY ONE:

● I reached school at 9.00 AM. It was my first day, The Principal mam

instructed me to observe the ground activities for the Sports Day

celebration.

● In order to get the information regarding sports day I met Mrs.Chithiraiselvi

mam, she told about the 4 houses and namely Thiruvallurar, Kambar,
Elango, Bharathi.

● The colours green, blue, yellow and red represented each house respectively.

● After that, I met the physical director Mr. Karupasamy sir. He introduced

the houses.

● The student gathered on the ground as per the team schedule. They started

practicing exercise, arranging themselves in the shape of the Indian map.

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 ● Each house consisted of more than 30 students. I met Mr. Ramanathan, who

provided the agenda of the sports day. It consisted of yoga, silambam,

karate, gymnastics, pyramid and aerobics.

THE FIRST WEEK:

● I met Mrs. Naatchiyaar and she guided us to observe the 1st standard

classroom. In the class I observed how the students were how doing the
class works.

● I observed how a teacher can efficiently teach and make things

understandable for students and she uses the repetition method she
pronounced the words multiple times to make the students memorize it. The
Students repeat the words.

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 ● I noticed the classroom. The decoration, chart works, Alphabets, Pictures of

Animals, Birds, etc., were vital in grabbing the attention and presence of
students in class

● In addition, I went through the 2nd standard classroom and the teachers were

teaching the pronunciation of words.

● The Classroom had beautiful chart work about the alphabets, glossary,

vowels and punctuation.

● The teacher was teaching about “Grandma’s vegetable garden”. Students

were interest to listen the prose.

● I went to meet the Hindi teacher, she taught some Hindi basic words to the

students.

THE SECOND WEEK:

● In this week, I met Mr. Ramanathan. He assigned us to check and rephrase

the contents of school magazine. It consists of news of cultural events,

festivals, etc.,

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● The cultural events included dance, singing, speech competition, food

festival and etc.,

● I worked on that school’s magazine and carried out the corrections work in

that magazine.

● By this, we learned how to check the errors made on magazines, words and

other works.

● I came to know about more vocabularies and idioms. It was learn and work

session.

● I completed the first part of the magazines.

● I did remaining work of rephrasing for remaining day. And I concentrated

on the grammatical errors and punctuation errors through the magazines.

● I learned a lot about the students activities by going through the school’s

magazine work.

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THE THIRD WEEK:

● On 3rd week, Mr. Ramanathan gave a script about cultural events and we

taught it for volunteering students as how to speak the script in current

way.

● I taught the students for sports comparing. We trained them low and high

tones with clarity.

● I learned how to engage and manage the students in proper way during

cultural, sports activities.

● After Mr. Ramanathan assigned to address, the remaining works of

sports activities.

● I taught the students about welcome address and vote of thanks. They

also learnt very well.

● I went to class 8th, Mahalakshmi mam taught a poem named, “Killing a

tree” by Gieve Patel. Then mam continues the class by asking questions
about the poem.

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THE FOURTH WEEK:

● Mr. Ramanathan gave us a copy of linga school’s prospectus to design

the brochure in new way.

● I learned how to redesign and recreate the school’s brochure into new

way.

● I collect photos such as cultural photos, sports photos for school

prospectus.

● I learnt how the photos are arranged properly in school prospectus.

● And I completely recreated the school’s prospectus and we successfully

completed the prospectus.

LIKE THIS;

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THE FIFTH WEEK:

● In this week, I went to 10th standard classroom, teachers ask to submit their

assignments and she checked each and everyone’s assignments. All the
students have completed their assignments.

● She asked questions to students about previous class topics and students are

excitedly answered the questions

● I learned how to teach the poems in efficient way.

● I taught rhyme schemes, stanzas, rhyming words, synonyms and antonyms

to them.

● Mam tell us about the portions and blue print of the examination and explain

how to use the blue prints to cover the syllabus.

● She taught about pronouns. Later she asked some questions to students.

● And she taught about present tense and past tense to the students.

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THE SIXTH WEEK:

● In this Week, we went to LKG students’ refreshment class, and class teacher

gave so many exercises like, sit and stand, clap and clap, jumping etc.,

● By this, I learned how to manage the LKG students in engaging way.

● I taught them how to draw and simple English words for students.

Priya mam taught clearly about word pronunciation.

● I corrected the previous day homework which were submitted by the

students.

● Mam taught about noun, pronoun, adjectives and sentence making etc.,

● Priya mam taught about the exam portions to the students. Additionally, she

taught some tips to crack the examinations.

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 ● She taught about the preposition and ask the students to do the exercise on

the worksheet and they submitted.

THE SEVENTH WEEK:

● I started teaching 1st standard students about some glossary words and

pronunciation for the students.

● I taught them simple grammars, vocabularies, vowels, pronouns, articles,

synonyms, antonyms etc.,

● I also taught them how to make a sentence by using simple words.

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 ● It was a very great experience to know about teaching, it helps me to

improve my knowledge about teaching and I learnt about how engaging the
students during the class hours.

THE EIGHTH WEEK:

● In this week, Anusha mam gave writing works to students, and I corrected

the workbooks which were completed by the students.

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● In addition, I corrected the homework notes of students.

● She gave class test for students and I corrected those papers too.

● By this, I learnt about how to correct exam papers.

● I gave suggestions to students how to reduce their mistakes.

● Mr. Franklin taught about the simple present tense, present continuous tense

and etc.,

● Later, he taught us about how to construct a sentence to the students.

● Priya mam taught about articles to the students.

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THE NINTH WEEK:

● Mr. Ramanathan instructed to correct the punctuation error in magazine.

● In addition, I checked the alignment of the magazine in proper manner.

● I collected the photographs of school’s important events like sports, cultural,

etc.,

● I organized the photos in the proper folders using pen drive. We pasted the

photos in school’s prospectus.

● I done my work properly in cultural program, I learned a lot about how to

organize and manage the students.

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THE TENTH WEEK:

● On Tenth week, we celebrated food festival in Linga global school. In this

fest, all the students are asked to get natural and homemade foods.

● Students prepared variety of natural foods for the food fest competition.

● They are excited to show their food to others, it helps students to socialize

with other students and teachers.

● Anusha mam taught difficult words to the students and I learnt the way how

mam taught the difficult words to the students.

● Mam taught the students each and every word repeatedly more than 3 times.

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THE ELEVENTH WEEK:

● In this week, we gone for English lab. We conduct some activities about

letter writing, paragraph writing, reading skills etc.,

● I taught pronouns, grammar, sentence making, synonyms and antonyms for

students.

● I taught some book back questions to the students and students write those

answers on the classwork notebook.

● I taught some inside classroom objects and asked questions to the students.

● I taught some workbook questions and students write those answers for it.

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THE TWELFTH WEEK:

● I taught them articles, simple grammars, and English communication for the

students.

● I observed all the students in the classroom by my knowledge.

● I act as substituent for some classes.

● We are gone for English lab, and learnt some lab work and students write

the answer in the workbook.

● Mr. Franklin sir teach some classes in smart class room to the students and

observe those class very well

● I had taken class for the 8th standard students and teach them about singular

and plural through chart works. I raised some questions and students answer
them very clearly.

● I taught them some rhyming words and ask them to write in their classwork

notebook.

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THE THIRTEENTH WEEK:

In this week, I taught pronouns and simple grammars for the students. I shared my
lesson plans in following:

● Lesson plans that were prepared: Lessons that were organized and contained

activities, examples, and explanations to assist students understand these

ideas.

● Facilitated engaging lessons: Using games, activities, or group projects, I

engaged students to make learning fun and efficient.

● Supplied customized assistance: Helped pupils who needed more

explanations or practice with ideas they were having trouble grasping.

● Progress was measured by giving pupils quizzes, examinations, or tasks to

see how well they understood grammar and pronouns.

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 ● I played a crucial part in helping the students to develop their

communication skills, strengthen their linguistic foundation, and lay the

groundwork for more advanced language acquisition.

THE FOURTEENTH WEEK:

In this week, I learned how to manage the students while taking classes. I shared
my experience in following:

● Classroom Management: Organization: Setting up the physical space for

optimal learning, arranging desks, and ensuring resources are easily

accessible.

● Time Management: Structuring lessons effectively, allocating time for

different activities, and managing transitions between tasks. Routines:

Establishing consistent routines for starting and ending up classes, handling
materials, and following procedures.

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 ● Behavioural Management: Clearly communicating behavioural expectations

and rules to students. Positive Reinforcement: Recognizing and rewarding

good behaviour to encourage positive habits. Consistency: Enforcing rules
consistently and fairly among all students.

● Conflict Resolution: Addressing conflicts or behavioural issues calmly and

effectively.

● Engagement and Motivation: Using various teaching methods to engage

students, such as group work, discussions, and hands-on activities.

● Interest Alignment: Tailoring lessons to align with students’ interests and

abilities to keep them engaged.

● Encouragement: Providing encouragement and constructive feedback to

motivate students to participate and excel.

THE FIFTEENTH WEEK:

In this week, I learned some teaching skills and in below I shared the skills I get
during intern.

● Communication: The ability to convey information clearly and effectively is

essential. This includes verbal communication, listening skills, and the

capacity to explain concepts in a way that students can easily understand.

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 ● Classroom Management: Creating a well-organized and conducive learning

environment involves managing student behaviour, time, and resources

effectively. It includes establishing routines, setting expectations, and
maintaining discipline while fostering a positive atmosphere.

● Lesson Planning: Designing and structuring lessons that align with learning

objectives, cater to diverse learning styles, and engage students. Effective

lesson planning involves setting clear goals, incorporating various teaching
methods, and utilizing appropriate resources.

THE SIXTEENTH WEEK:

In this week, I learned how to teach in a very efficient and engaging way. And I
shared my experience in following:

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 ● Interactive Activities: Incorporate various activities like group discussions,

debates, role-plays, and hands-on experiments. These activities encourage

active participation and deepen understanding.

● Storytelling: Weave stories or real-life examples into your lessons.

Narratives can make abstract concepts more relatable and memorable for
students

● Games and Quizzes: Introduce educational games, quizzes, or puzzles

related to the lesson content. Gamifying learning can increase engagement

and motivation.

● Active Learning Techniques: Encourage critical thinking by asking open-

ended questions and providing opportunities for students to analyse,

evaluate, and create.

THE CLOSING OF AN INTERNSHIP:

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 The last day for a teacher can be a mix of emotions—a culmination of all the
hard work, relationships built, and the joy of seeing students grow. There's a sense
of accomplishment in knowing that you've made an impact on young lives, but it's
often tinged with bittersweet feelings of saying goodbye. Teachers might spend the
day reflecting on memories, sharing advice, and expressing gratitude to colleagues
and students. There's a sense of closure and anticipation for the future, whether it's
retirement, a new job, or simply moving on to another chapter in their teaching
journey. It's a day filled with nostalgia, appreciation, and hope for the legacy left
behind.

The last day as a teacher can be a whirlwind of emotions. It's a day filled
with mixed feelings—excitement for the future, nostalgia for the memories created,
and a touch of sadness for saying goodbye to a routine and a community that has
been a significant part of your life. There's often a sense of reflection, reminiscing
about the moments shared with students, the challenges overcome, and the growth
witnessed throughout the academic year or even many years of teaching. It's a time
to celebrate achievements, acknowledge the efforts of both students and
colleagues, and express gratitude for the support received. Saying goodbye can be
tough.

Teachers often form strong bonds with their students, and leaving those
relationships behind can tug at the heartstrings. There might be farewell speeches,
cards, gifts, or even small ceremonies arranged by students and colleagues to
honour the departing teacher. At the same time, there's a sense of anticipation for
what's to come—a new chapter, whether it's retirement, a transition to a different
career, or perhaps just a change of school or grade level. The last day marks the
end of one journey but also signals the start of a new adventure.

STRUGGLES AND SOLUTIONS:

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STRUGGLES:

As a teacher, various challenges might arise that can test your patience, resilience,
and adaptability. Some common struggles teachers face include:

Workload: Teachers often juggle numerous responsibilities, from lesson planning

and grading to administrative tasks and extracurricular activities. Balancing these
demands while maintaining quality instruction can be overwhelming.

Diverse Learning Needs: Each student is unique, and catering to diverse learning
styles, abilities, and needs within one classroom can be challenging. Adapting
teaching methods to accommodate everyone requires creativity and flexibility.

Behavioural Issues: Managing classroom behaviour and fostering a positive

learning environment is crucial but can be challenging, especially when dealing
with disruptive behaviour or conflicts among students.

Resource Constraints: Limited budgets or access to teaching materials and

resources can hinder effective teaching. Teachers often have to find innovative
ways to work around these constraints.

Parental Involvement and Communication: Building strong relationships with

parents and effectively communicating student progress and challenges can
sometimes be a struggle, particularly in cases where parental involvement is
limited.

Standardized Testing Pressure: Meeting standardized testing requirements while

ensuring a holistic education can create stress for both teachers and students,
leading to a focus on test preparation that may overshadow other valuable learning
experiences.

SOLUTIONS:

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 Certainly! Here are some strategies and solutions that teachers often employ
to navigate the challenges they face:

Effective Time Management: Prioritize tasks, create schedules, and utilize

time-saving techniques like batch grading or planning. Also, don't hesitate to
delegate or seek help when needed.

Differentiated Instruction: Embrace various teaching methods to

accommodate diverse learning needs. Use a mix of visual, auditory, and
kinaesthetic techniques, and consider individualized learning plans for students
with unique requirements.

Classroom Management Techniques: Establish clear rules and routines,

employ positive reinforcement, and employ strategies like positive behaviour
interventions and support (PBIS) to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

OUTCOMES:

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⮚ Skill development: Learning and improving skills such as writing, verbal

communication, research, technology, teamwork, and leadership (view

Career Competencies). It is the development of these skills that often
represent the major benefits of an internship

⮚ And I learned how to manage the students and make the engaged and active

in classroom. I learned to teach, manage and develop, my teaching skills by

doing this internship.

⮚ This internship is very helpful for me to improve my skills and my

communication skills.

⮚ Improved Learning Environment:

Effective classroom management strategies create a positive

atmosphere conducive to learning, where students feel engaged, respected,
and motivated to participate.

⮚ Enhanced Student Performance:

Differentiated instruction and tailored learning plans cater to diverse

learning styles, helping students grasp concepts more effectively and
achieve better academic outcomes.

⮚ Professional Growth:

Actively engaging in professional development opportunities not only

keeps teachers updated with the latest teaching methodologies but also
enhances their skills and confidence in the classroom.

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REFERENCES:

Mr. M. Ramanathan., M.A., B.Ed.

English Professor, Linga Global School.]

BOOKS:

PAYANAM Magazine (2020-2021)

PROSPECTUS (sample)

WEBSITES:

https://www.studycbsenotes.com

https://www.splashlearn.com

https://k5learning.com

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