Hello! My name is Vimukthi vaz. I am a final year student at University of Kelaniya pursuing a degree on Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) at the Department of English Language Teaching (DELT). Interacting with my students brings me so much joy, and helping them chase their dreams fills me with a deep sense of fulfilment. I'm always eager to play a role in shaping the future leaders of our nation and witnessing their growth.
“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts” (Lewis, 1943). This statement reflects my understanding of teaching as an intentional and evolving process in which the classroom becomes an organized yet dynamic space for intellectual, linguistic, and personal growth. Therefore, I believe the role of a teacher is not that of a mere transmitter of knowledge, facts, and figures, but that of a guide and facilitator who provides clarity, direction, and support while gradually encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning. My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that language is both an integral part of life and a dynamically powerful tool for social and academic mobility. Teaching English within the Sri Lankan National School Curriculum has made it evident that many learners experience English as both necessary and intimidating. Students often approach language learning with fear of making mistakes. For this reason, I prior...