MSU- Iligan Institute of TechnologyIligan City

COLLEGE OF EDUCATIONDEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Sheryl Jane Bation Pinalas CPRT-1

Mrs. Maria Ofelia O. OpaminResource Teacher, Grade II-2

NAPOCOR Elementary School Cooperating School

EPISODE 1

THE SCHOOL’S LEARNING RESOURCE

CENTER

Name of Center/s Observed: Math and Science Learning Center-Laboratory, Library

Date of Observation: September 20, 2011

Name of Observer: Pinalas, Sheryl Jane

Course/Year/School: CPRT/1/CED (MSU-IIT)

LIST OF AVAILABLE LEARNING RESOURCES

Available LearningResources

(Enumerate in bullet form)

Characteristics and Unique Capabilities

Teaching Approaches where theResource is Most Useful

1. Print Resources Magazines Journals Charts Window cards Dictionaries maps

These printed resources are all new, in a very good condition

Active learning approach which requires students do things and think about what they are doing.

2. Audio Resources Radio Speakers

Still works properly, frequently used

Reciprocal teaching approach which entails the teacher and/or learners take turns leading a dialogue.

3. Non-electronic Visual Resources

Rubrics Spatial figures Models Specimens Weighing scales clocks

technically creative, full of ideas, stored properly

Cognitive Scaffolding strategy/approach through teaching new skills by engaging students collaboratively in tasks that would be too difficult for them to complete on their own.

4. ICT Resources Television Computers Projectors

New, provides quality resource material, in very good condition

Experience Based Approach: Connecting the content with the interests and life experiences of the children.

Impression: The learning resources used by a certain teacher were effective in teaching the students about the lessons. These resources were manipulated properly by the teacher and learners. The use of those resources greatly influenced and enhanced the child’s learning development. The teachers were able to use the resources appropriately. Overall use of the resources is good.

Name and Signature of Observer: Sheryl Jane B.Pinalas

Name and Signature of the Learning Resource Center In-Charge:

Elaine S. Daganga

My AnalysisThose learning materials were arranged accordingly with their functions and

characteristics. The teacher organizes the instructional materials every grading period for an easy

access and would consume lesser time in finding it. Each learning centers have its own

guidelines and procedures for the students to remember when entering the room and learning

inside. These really help in reminding the students what to do without constant reminders and of

course the teacher implemented all of those rules strictly.

The Mathematics Learning Center was full of different and unique instructional materials

but isn’t constantly cleaned by the person assigned. It was dusty and sometimes disarranged.

This was because of the drums and other musical instruments were stocked inside the room

which was used during the Drum & Lyre Contest. In this room, there were no chairs seen for the

materials are to be manipulated not only by the teacher but also by the students. It allows free

movement.

The Science Learning Center was quite different from the above mentioned center for all

of the materials were well-arranged and free from dust and dirt. It has chairs and tables which

serve as the area for the students to do experiments.

The library contained different printed materials as well as computers which served as

good source of information for the students to study during their leisure time but it is only

available during the vacant time of the teacher in-charge.

The learning centers observed was of great help to me especially in organizing learning

materials but I think it would be better if it was constantly arrange, prepared and organized

because students would learn with ease if his/her environment is conducive enough to supply

their needs.

My ReflectionsThe materials inside the different learning centers greatly impacts on my learning. I

realized how a teacher should create learning materials for the student to understand the topic

conveniently. The material that caught my interest most was the use of

I am of much confident to use/operate all of those gadgets/materials I have observed

maybe because of my teaching experiences but of course I still need to improve on how to use

them all in dealing a teaching-learning process environment. I still need to consider the students’

pace of learning.

EPISODE 2

BULLETIN BOARD

DISPLAYS

OBSERVATION REPORT

Name of the School Observed: NAPOCOR Elementary School

Location of the School: Fuentes, Iligan City

Date of Visit: September 20, 2011

There were 8 board displays in the school, 6 for the students and 2 for the faculties

and parents. The display boards were located in every grade level building, one near the

principal’s office and one near the fetcher’s waiting area. The display boards were distributely

located in an area where target viewers can see it.

Since we were observing during the Science Month Celebration, the displays were

all about Science. Each display has its own theme depending on the level of the child’s learning

and understanding. Images were related to the theme like the earth, environment, etc. They used

attractive colors to catch student’s attention. The informations were arranged formally for proper

organization of details. Simple educational materials were used on the displays such as cartolina,

printed pictures, articles from magazines/newspapers and bondpapers but were creatively

designed. But still some errors were observed. Some topics were out of context and were not

supposedly displayed because it might confuse the readers. In this illustration, the theme was

about Protecting Biodiversity through Science and Technology but some topics like overcoming

computer viruses were included which shouldn’t be placed there.

BOARD DISPLAYS EVALUATION FORM

Topic of the Board Display:

Location of the Board Display in School:

Check the column that indicates your rating. Write comments to back up your ratings.

4-OUTSTANDING (O) 3-VERY SATISFACTORY (VS)

2-SATISFACTORY (S) 1-NEEDS IMPROVEMENT (NI)

Criteria NI S VS O Comments

Effective Communication

Conveys the message quickly and

clearly

Since board display is for Grade 2

learners, it’s better to use simple

words to make it more

understandable

Attractiveness

Colors and arrangement catches

and holds interest

Include coloring the borders of

the cut articles to have unity

Balance

Objects are arranged so stability is

perceived

Balance was attained on the

displays

Unity

Repeated shapes or colors or use of

borders holds display together

Lacks unity. It would be better if

made more attractive

Interactivity

The style and approach entice

learners to be involved

Since the poster displayed was

one of the poster which won the

contest, the students were entice

to look at their schoolmates work

Legibility

Letters and illustrations can be

seen from a good distance

Since the materials were from

news articles, expectedly, the

letters could not be seen from a

distance except for the titles of

each article.

Correctness

Free from grammar errors,

misspelled words, ambiguity

Since, the message came from an

article, it is free from

grammatical errors except for

some of the topic context

Durability

Well-constructed, items are

securely attached

Excellent. Items were attached

properly which made the display

lasted long.

My AnalysisThe board display design mostly reflects the likes and interests of its target audiences

because the students were able to understand what does the theme means through the message of

the picture. They were keep on looking and reading the board display which means it caught up

their interests. But, some of the messages or languages were inappropriate for their age levels to

understand. According to my resource teacher, the board displays is intended just for Grade 2

students but as what was observed some of the message doesn’t need to be placed there for it

might confuse the readers. Although it was organized and design that way, the display was still

effective in bringing up the theme to the readers’ mind. It would be better if simple words were

used in the display to make it more understandable, be consistent in using colors and borders,

organize well the topics to be posted, letters should be legible, display should be attractive and

free from errors.

My ReflectionsThe skills that a teacher should have to be able to come up with effective board

displays are

1. Creativity. Instructional content can be dry and boring in a classroom setting. Creative teachers

try to present concepts and content in an interesting way.

2. Visual skills. Teachers are somewhat like interior designers; they must be able to visualize the

presentation and impact they want to create, and then apply those to the display.

3. Organizational skills. This goes along with #2, but organization includes comparing and

contrasting, grouping and arranging content in a meaningful way.

4. Communication skills. Teachers know that words combined with visual content can often

communicate more than words alone. As well, the teacher must be a good communicator.

5. Skill on Minimalistic views. Good teachers know they must minimize content to the basic

building blocks they want to teach. Rather than a display aimed at students who understand the

most, the best, or the easiest, the display would be geared to include students who understand the

least, the poorest, and the hardest.

6. Lastly, good teachers make visual displays part of the lesson plan. Displays or decorated bulletin

boards are not just to make the room pretty. A good teacher can use one display to help students

build many different skills

The skills I already have are Visual skills, Skill on Minimalistic views, Organizational skills, Communication skills and the skill on Number 6. As a private school, I really need to visualize what would be the impact when I am about to place a certain display. I make it sure that these are planned well and reviewed before presenting it to school.

The skill I still need to develop is Creativity. Every time I made my work, It seems there’s lacking. I am more on neatness and simpleness rather on creative which seems annoying in my part but I do really accept that weakness. I should be able to make colorful displays and full of pictures to catch more attention of the students.

MY PROPOSED BOARD DISPLAYTheme: HEALTH IS WEALTHBoard Title: FOODS THAT MAKE US HEALTHY!Purpose (Rationale): The teacher’s purpose is to provide information to the readers/students about healthy foods. Give them an idea on how to enjoy eating a variety of foods from all four food groups to get all the nutrients their bodies needObjectives:

To be able to inculcate the children’s mind on the importance of nutrition To be able to make them familiarize with healthy foods and balanced diet

Best Feature of my proposed bulletin enhancement: Pictures of 3 food groups, Organizational content

Content Resources: The 3 food groups (Go, Glow, Grow Foods) Food pyramid

Materials for Aesthetic Enhancement: Printed pictures, styro, cartolina, markers

EPISODE 3

MY BOARD DISPLAY LAY-OUT

THEME: FOODS THAT MAKE US HEALTHY!

GO FOODSFood group that provides energy, hence the name "go". Examples of this type of food group are bread, rice cereals and other foods that primarily provide carbohydrates. 

GLOW FOODSfoods that enhances the quality or the "Glow" of our skin. Green-leafy vegetables are examples of this food group.

GROW FOODSFoods that enhances growth development. Foods like milk, yogurt, cheese and other dairy products are types of this food group.

SEE AND SAY(Utilization OF TEACHING AIDS)

OBSERVATION REPORT

Name of the School Observed: NAPOCOR Elementary School

Location of the School: Fuentes, Iligan City

Date of Observation: September 20, 2011

Subject: Mathematics Topic: Similarities of Objects/Pictures as to Size and Length

Grade/Year Level: Grade II

The lesson is all about Similarities of Objects/Pictures as to Size and Length. Visual aids used by the teacher were objects of same and different sizes and shape, colored chalk, board, and flashcards. The teacher asked the class to do some rest exercises like singing, dancing, before the teacher goes on with the lesson proper. The teacher used drill lessons through showing flashcards with pictures to teach for more effective learning. The teacher made some demonstration through showing objects and calling some pupils in front and asked them to group the objects. The teacher used colorful chalks to motivate students to work on the given tasks. With the kind of presentation of the topic and the use of those instructional materials, students were motivated to learn. They show attentiveness, eagerness and understanding. They leant forward showing interest on the lesson and the materials. They are looking towards the direction of the teacher and the materials.

UTILIZATION OF TEACHING AIDS FORMGrade or Year Level of Class Observed: Grade 2Date of Observation: September 20, 2011Subject matter: MathematicsBrief Description of Teaching Approach Used by the teacher:

Cognitive Scaffolding strategy/approach through teaching new skills by engaging students collaboratively in tasks that would be too difficult for them to complete on their own.

Teaching Aids used Strengths Weaknesses Comments1. Objects Can be

manipulated both by teacher and learners

Catches students’ attention

Students tend to focus and play with it

Bulky to carry

Well manipulated by both the learners and teacher and makes the topic more interesting

2. Colored chalk Can be manipulated by the teacher

cheap

boring sometimes because students are used to this type of instructional material

provide distinction of colors so as not to confuse the students

3. Flashcards Can provide drills especially oral recitation

It allows you to place small amounts of focused and relevant information

Some printed text/numbers are small

The teacher still needs to review if some pictures are not positioned well.

My Analysis

I think the reason why the teacher chose to use the materials/learning resources is

the developmental level of her students. I think she had already identified the weaknesses of her

students so that’s why she’s making alternative instruction to provide scaffold.

One of the difficulties the teacher experienced was the number of students. Since,

she is handling 39 students, it is really difficult to monitor what each of the students were doing

but she had managed it well. Through Cognitive Scaffolding type of approach, the teacher was

able to group the students according to their Zone of Proximal Development and was given

different tasks according to their abilities.

Over-all, the learning resources/materials were used effectively by the teacher

because during her assessment period with her students, almost all of the students got high scores

which indicates understanding of the lesson presented by the teacher.

My ReflectionsIf I put myself in the place of the teacher I would likely do the same type of

approach which is Cognitive Scaffolding so that I will be able to meet the needs of my students

but on the other side, I would chose to have another learning resources in teaching the students

after I have identified their different abilities. My instructional material would probably be more

on object manipulation, group activities, playing and discovery to be able to let the students

experience more on what the teacher have told them to do so that they might be able to retain the

learning the teacher has imparted to them. Experience would be the best teacher and mnemonics

for them to remember all about the discussions.

EPISODE 4

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

(Teaching Aids Bank)

LEARNING RESOURCES ON A SPECIFIC CONTENT AREA

Topic: Human Anatomy Grade/year level: Grade 3

My Analysis

LEARNING RESOURCES ON A SPECIFIC CONTENT AREA

Topic: Human Anatomy Grade/year level: Grade 3

Before making your own materials in teaching, it is of great help if you conduct a

survey of making materials beforehand. You will be able to provide enhancement based on what

you have observed. When making a certain materials it’s really better to apply what you have

observed so that you might be able to make adjustments/enhancements of it that would make

your materials more interesting to present to the class. What’s more important is not how

colorful or attractively made materials are but it is on how you are going to present the planned

material in an effective and useful way.

You will also be able to save time. Instead of searching, looking and testing on

what materials are you going to use, its better if you conduct a survey of making materials

beforehand.

The other benefit would be is that you would be able to know how to manipulate a

certain instructional material through your observations. You will be able to get new ideas and

discoveries and search further or ask on the best strategy on presenting it.

My ReflectionsThe materials I like making the most was the making of dioramas because you

will enjoy molding some figures and would help you motivate in doing the best figure as you

can.

One of the difficulties was making detailed designs of a certain scenario. In

making dioramas the maker should be knowledgeable enough about the scenery so as not to

confuse the child with it. As we all know, dioramas create an aura of solidity and realism.

The best tips I can give to teachers regarding preparation of teaching materials

are:

1. Know your subject matter

2. Identify your students’ need

3. In relation to number2, chose the best instructional material that would meet their needs

4. Ask for some teachers who have used your chosen material or you may search in the

internet.

5. Identify the materials’ strengths and weaknesses.

6. Use PDRS technique. (Plan it, Do it, Review it, Share it)

EPISODE 5

PAPER WORKS!(Preparing Hand-outs)

The Nose- as the sense of smell that helps us identify the odor of an

My AnalysisThe good features of a handout are:

1. Readable

2. The concept is clear

3. Easy to follow

4. Subtitles make it easier to read

5. Put keywords in bold type

6. Make sure that all the important points of your presentation are on the handout

7. Don't include too much info (otherwise it can become cluttered

The Nose- as the sense of smell that helps us identify the odor of an

The Tongue-as the sense of taste that helps us identify flavors of

The Eye- as the sense of sight that helps us see

The Skin-as the sense of touch that helps us feel things

The Ear-as the sense of hearing that helps us hear sounds

8. Your topic should be easily recognizable

All of the features I mentioned above are all present in the handout I made

My ReflectionsThe difficulties I encountered in making the handouts are:

1. Organization

2. Colors, Text, and context to be placed on

3. Pictures and schemas to be used

The best tips I can give to teachers regarding preparation of handouts are:

1. Consider the different abilities of your student

2. Make sure that the text are clear and are not too small to read

3. Use the best graphic organizer that would show the relationship between ideas

4. with all necessary points but short 

EPISODE 6

SLIDESHOW BIZ!(Slide Presentations)

Title of My Presentation: 5 Senses of Human Body

Objectives: To be able to identify the different senses of the human body

Subject Matter/Topic: Science (Anatomy)

Enhancements (Check Appropriate Box):

☒Graphics☒Animation (Slide transition)☐Sound Effects

☒ Music ☒ Voice Narration☒Stylish Fonts

☒Hyperlink☐Others, please specify ___________________

Description of Appropriate Use:The presentation will be used for showing interrelationships of the senses.

Presentation Story Board:

Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3

Slide 4 Slide 5 Slide 6

Slide 7

My AnalysisThe good features of a slide presentation are the following:

1.  begin with the slide representing the topic of presentation

2. second will be the flow of presentation

3. only highlight essential points on the slides

4. do not write too much on the slide or else it will result in too much of clutter

---use the 66 pattern which is 6 words per line and 6 lines per page

5. use pictures/ clippings/photographs wherever possible

All of the features are present in the slide presentation I made.

My ReflectionsWith regards to using the PowerPoint/slide presentation, I am confident that I can

do best presentation following the good features of a slide presentation mentioned above.

EPISODE 7

My e-world(Websites)

Name of Author:

Anonymous

Name of Site: 5 Senses Free Games and Activities

Posting or Revision Date:

Not been posted

Organization represented:

This will provide activities and games for the students to learn more and assess if they have understand the topic presented by the teacher

Date of Access:

October 20, 2011

URL: http://www.wartgames.com/themes/humanbody/5senses.html

Brief Description of the material in the website:

The website will give an access to online worthwhile activities to be enjoyed by kids. This would provide better insights in relation with the topic 5 senses of the body. This would also be an assessment for the topic.

Evaluation of the Website:

STRENGTHS It would help students to gain

new informations and discoveries The website appropriate for their

age

WEAKNESSES It would lead to

another game event/activity if the students are not guided properly

Reflection:

Field Study 3 provided me a lot of insights on choosing the teaching materials

that best suit the needs of the learners. I am now able to apply the principles of

developing instructional materials as well as develop and utilize instructional

materials appropriate to a chosen subject area.