Enhance Cognitive Processing and Memory - Biweekly Report 2, Meila

Biweekly Report
Name: Meila Rosianika
Host School: Wansan Girl High School, South Korea

Classroom Activities

• Taught homeroom classes on GCED, SDGs, and basic English (age, hobbies, self-description).

• Introduced Indonesian culture through tepuk semangat and national symbols (Garuda Pancasila, red-and-white flag).

• Guided students in creating GCED posters and dream boards, integrating creativity and critical thinking.

• Assigned handwriting and typing exercises to strengthen cognitive processing and memory.

• Taught basic English vocabulary (days of the week) and simple conversational phrases.

• Facilitated activities that encouraged students to express identity, interests, and personality.

School Activities (Outside the Classroom)

• Observed daily school life, including student employment programs and flexible attendance policies.

• Discussed upcoming international teacher visits (Thai teachers, APCEU UNESCO, Korean Ministry of Education) and prepared collaborative activities.

• Joined travel club activities, such as visiting a Mart to learn about halal labels and cultural awareness.

• Engaged with students through games, songs, and traditions to build cross-cultural connections.

Outside Activities (Education Related)

• Attended an online meeting with the Indonesian delegation of the Indonesia-Korea Teacher Exchange 2025.

• Conducted preliminary research on handwriting vs. typing in language learning, linked to local stories and GCED values.

• Explored resources on Korean universities (HUFS and BUFS) that offer Indonesian and Malay Studies.

• Observed Korean educational practices: teacher leave policies, integration of real-life learning, and teacher well-being.

Individual Projects

• Wrote online reflections including book reviews, essays, and key lessons.

• Created interactive materials for Barista class (flashcards, quizzes, videos) about Indonesia, especially Jambi.

• Drafted a research framework on handwriting vs. typing in learning.

• Documented teaching experiences and methods, including use of English and Indonesian culture.

Health and Safety

• No health or safety issues reported.

Remarks

• Actively engaged in classroom and school life with adaptability and creativity.

• Integrated language learning, cultural awareness, and GCED/SDGs into lessons.

• Combined handwriting, digital tools, and creative projects to support student learning.

• Gained valuable insights into Korean education, enriching teaching practices.

• Aimed to foster a holistic approach bridging culture, language, and identity, while cultivating resilience, empathy, and curiosity in students.