I have been extremely pleased with the InSite programme to date especially in terms of providing me with the ability to integrate with the school from an early stage. Especially for a student such a smyself from a slightly mature background, more practical experience gained would provide a greater learning.
Having a mentor and supervising teachers have allowed me to work closely with the students and experience practising teaching.
I think it is invaluable in terms of the experience gained on site rather than a predominantly lecture based learning. How can you learn class room management techniques from just reading a book?
Being able to to use techniques and bounce ideas with other colleagues and teachers is a fantastic opportuntiy.
I would recommend to all students of the future and also lecturers to try and run the teaching programme with a more practical emphasis.