During a recent session, I worked with a senior student preparing for the State Matura exam. Surprisingly, most of her classmates decided to skip school, which was unusual as seniors typically begin skipping later in the year. This early absence disrupted my teaching plans and left me feeling frustrated.

The student I worked with was anxious and lacked confidence, having not studied English for two years. She admitted to relying heavily on ChatGPT for her assignments, which highlighted a challenge: the over-reliance on AI tools can hinder genuine learning and skill development.

Throughout our conversation, Noa helped me reflect on the situation by prompting me to consider various reasons for the students' behavior, such as their perception of school being nearly over and the lack of consequences for skipping. This reflection led me to realize the importance of addressing these behaviors more strictly in the future.

Initially, I felt mad about not being able to teach everything planned, but as the conversation progressed, I recognized the need for a balanced approach. I committed to having conversations with students before making decisions and to implementing stricter measures against skipping.

This experience taught me the value of understanding students' perspectives and the impact of technology on their learning habits. Moving forward, I aim to foster a more engaging and accountable classroom environment.

In the end, it's crucial to remember that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and adaptation in our teaching journey.