FIELD STUDY 1 LEARNING EPISODE
Physical and
Personal Aspects of
FS1 7 classroom
Management
OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT
ACTIVITY 7.1 Identifying Personal and Physical Aspects of Classroom Management
Resource teacher: Sir. Sherwin Paredes
Teacher’s signature:
School: Bulihan Integrated National High School
Grade/year level: 12
Subject area: Philosophy
Date:
OBSERVE
Observe a class and interview the Resource Teacher. Ask hot the personal and physical
aspects of classroom management ensure proper classroom management and discipline.
Check if these aspects were observed in the classroom.
Aspects of Classroom Management YES NO
1. Personal Classroom Management /
1.1 Is the teacher well-groomed that he/she demands respect from
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the learners?
1.2 Is the teacher’s voice modulated and can be heard by the entire
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class?
1.3 Was the teacher present in class? /
1.4 Did the teacher arrive on time on class? /
1.5 Does the teacher exude a positive attitude towards teaching? /
2. Physical Classroom Management
2.1 Is the classroom well-ventilated?
2.2 Is the lighting good enough? /
2.3 Is the classroom free from noise?
2.4 Does the seating arrangement provide better interaction?
2.5 Is the design/structure of the room inviting to classroom
activities?
2.6 Is the physical space/ learning station clear from obstruction?
ANALYZE
Analyze the different elements of personal/physical classroom management and answer the
following questions?
1. How does the voice of the teacher affect classroom instruction?
Sir Sherwin’s voice is loud and clear all throughout the session, her voice has a great impact
first on the morale of her students especially in cooperating in the discussion. Second, her
voice is the key which will define how we’ll her students were able to clearly understand the
instruction, rules, as well as the directions.
2. How does the punctuality of the teacher affect classroom discipline?
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3. Why do we need to check on the physical aspects of classroom management?
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REFLECT
Reflect on the aspects of personal and classroom management.
1. What does this statement mean to you as a future teacher? Explain.
“No amount of good instruction will come out without effective classroom management”.
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2. What are your plans in ensuring effective classroom management?
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ACTIVITY 7.2 Demonstrating knowledge of positive and non-violent discipline in the
management of learner behavior.
Resource teacher: Sir. Sherwin Paredes
Teacher’s signature:
School: Bulihan Integrated National High School
Grade/year level: 12
Subject area: Philosophy
Date:
OBSERVE
Observe the classroom management strategies that your Resource Teacher employs in the
classroom. You may also conduct an interview to substantiate your observation.
Check the management strategies employed by the Resource Teacher.
Check (/) observed, put an (x) if not observed and o for no opportunity to observe.
Effective Classroom Management Strategies Observed Not No Opportunity
Observed to Observe
1. Model to the students how to act in different
situations.
2. Established classroom guidelines.
3. Document the rules.
4. Refrain from punishing the entire class.
5. Encourage initiative from class.
6. Offer praise and rewards.
7. Use non-verbal communication.
8. Take time to celebrate group effort.
9. Let students work in groups.
10. Interview students to assess their needs.
11. Address bad behavior quickly.
12. Consider peer teaching.
13. Continuously engage the students.
14. Assign ope- ended project.
15. Write group contracts.
Other (Please specify)
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ANALYZE
Analyze the checklist you have accomplished and answer the given questions:
1. How many strategies we employed by the Resource Teacher? Did these contribute to
better classroom management? Explain your answer:
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2. What were not used by the Resource Teacher? Were these important? What should have
been used instead? Explain.
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REFLECT
As a future teacher, reflect on the observations then answer the given questions.
1. What classroom management strategies do I need to employ to respond to diverse types
of learners?
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SHOW YOUR LEARNING ARTIFACTS
Show piece(s) of evidence of learning to capture the classroom management strategies used
by your Resource Teacher:
LINK THEORY TO PRACTICE
1. How will you prevent truancy among students?
A. Check attendance regularly.
B. Allocate budget for each student.
C. Improve sanctions on absentees.
D. Prepare and teach your lessons effectively at all times.
2. What will be the most effective way of dealing with non-participative students?
A. Let them do what pleases them.
B. Refer the matter to the Guidance Counselor.
C. Employ engaging and enjoyable activities.
D. Give them the grades the deserve based on their performance.
3. How will you help the shy and timid students in your class?
A. Treat them naturally.
B. Let them be as they are.
C. Refer them to the Guidance Office.
D. Encourage them to join as many activities in class.
4. How will you put optimum use the leadership skills of your students?
A. Recognize their leadership skills.
B. Let them just do what they please.
C. Refrain from calling them all the time.
D. Empower to initiate activities in class.
5. To discipline unruly students, Teacher Helen always tells her students ‘’Remember I am
the person in authority here. I have the power to pass or fail you’’. Do you agree with
Teacher Helen’s reference to power?
A. We need more data to give a categorical answer.
B. Yes, passing and failing are in the hands of a teacher.
C. Yes, one may use the power given you to blackmail students.
D. No, teacher authority is not meant to be used to pass or fail students.
