AUTHOR

  

 

Hello! 

I am Iza Mae S. Rasonable, a 4th-year student at the Davao del Sur State College, pursuing a Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Mathematics.

As part of the 10th Batch of the SEA-Teacher Project, I was given the incredible opportunity to teach at SMP Al Azhar 14. This journey was more than just teaching math, it was about embracing a new culture, experience diverse educational practices, discovering innovative teaching methods, and growing personally and professionally.

PROGRAM

  

SEA-Teacher Program by SEAMEO

 Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO)

The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) stands as a testament to the power of regional collaboration in advancing education, science, and culture. Established on November 30, 1965, in Bangkok, Thailand, SEAMEO was formed through the joint efforts of Southeast Asian nations seeking to improve and harmonize their educational systems. Since its inception, the organization has grown into a robust network of regional centers, each focusing on specific areas such as language development, educational innovation, agriculture, public health, and technology.

HOST UNIVERSITY

   

UNIVERSITAS ISLAM SULTAN AGUNG (UNISSULA)

Host University, Indonesia 

Sultan Agung Islamic University (UNISSULA) was officially established on May 20, 1962, in the city of Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. It was founded by the Sultan Agung Waqf Foundation (Yayasan Badan Wakaf Sultan Agung), an organization committed to promoting Islamic education and values in modern Indonesian society.

RECIEVING SCHOOL

 

SMP ISLAM AL AZHAR 14

RECIEVING SCHOOL 

School profile 

SMP Islam Al Azhar 14 Semarang is a distinguished Islamic junior high school located in Banyumanik, Semarang, Central Java. Established in 2002 under the Bina Manusia Utama Foundation and affiliated with the Al Azhar Islamic Boarding School Foundation (YPI Al Azhar) in Jakarta, the school is committed to providing quality education rooted in Islamic values.  

PEDAGOGICAL CONTENT

 

 Pedagogical Contents

Teaching Methods

Lecture-based Teaching

Students work in groups to solve problems, complete projects, or discuss topics, promoting teamwork and communication. Teachers use interactive activities to accomplish this type of teaching method.

Collaborative Learning

Our cooperating teacher facilitated a group activity aligned with the lesson topic. Students were instructed to work collaboratively within their groups to discuss and answer the given tasks. This method promoted active engagement, peer interaction, and a deeper understanding of the subject matter through shared learning experiences.

 

Comments and Suggestions 

Purpose of Practicum

The SEA-Teacher Project gives future teachers a chance to teach in schools across Southeast Asia. The main goal is to help them improve their teaching skills by letting them observe classes, assist teachers, and lead their own lessons. It also helps them learn about different cultures and ways of teaching. By joining the program, student teachers become more confident, flexible, and better at working with others. The project also builds stronger connections between Southeast Asian countries through education. In the end, it helps future teachers become more open-minded and ready to teach in different kinds of classrooms

 

Cultural Trip 

City Tour 1 in Semarang 

Museum Ranggawarsita 

Museum Ranggawarsita is a state-owned museum located in Semarang, Central Java. Named after Raden Ngabehi Ranggawarsita, a renowned 19th-century Javanese poet and philosopher, the museum aims to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Central Java. Established in 1983, it serves as an educational and historical center featuring a vast collection spread across several exhibition halls. The museum is divided into four main buildings, each with its thematic focus: geology, archaeology, ethnography, history, and arts. Notable displays include fossils, traditional weapons, wayang puppets, batik textiles, ancient inscriptions, and relics from the Hindu-Buddhist era to the Dutch colonial period. The museum plays a vital role in introducing both locals and tourists to the diverse cultural and historical legacy of the region.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

 

 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Looking back on my SEA-Teacher journey, I feel deeply grateful for every person and experience that shaped my practicum in Indonesia. The entire experience exceeded my expectations and became more than just a teaching assignment—it became a life-changing journey of growth, learning, and connection.