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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Objectives:
At the end of this activity, you should:
1. Identify the different educational philosophy.
2. Observe how teacher educational philosophy affects teaching-learning process.
3. Develop your own educational philosophy.
Discussion:
Your philosophy of education is your “window” to the world and “compass” in life. It is reflected in your dealings with students, colleagues, parents and administrators. It is also your attitude towards problems and life as whole. It is important that you make explicit your philosophy of education because your philosophy is your own thought and formulation, It is best to state it in the concrete not in the abstract like a theory because this is your blue print to daily life.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Observation:
Observe a class and accomplish the matrix below. Which Philosophical Perspective is most dominantly utilized in the observed class? How it is implemented? Write only on the applicable box.
TEACHER’S PHILOSOPHY MATRIX
PERENNIALISM
ESSENTIALISM
PROGRESSIVISM
RECONSTRUCTIVISM
Aims of Education
Role of Education
Focus of Curriculum
Curriculum Trends

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Analysis:
1. How teacher‟s philosophy affects his/her teaching process?
2. Which of the educational philosophy mentioned you agree most? Why?
3. How will you apply it in your teaching career?
Reflection:
Develop your own educational philosophy based on the experiences that you have gained about it.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Portfolio:
Draw at the box your ideal teacher. You may use another sheet if the space is not enough.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Objectives:
At the end of this activity you should:
1. Become familiar with the kinds of knowledge that a teacher must have.
2. Develop the three kinds knowledge in becoming an effective teacher.
3. Summarize the learnings you‟ve gain through slogan.
Discussion:
Preparing to become teachers must have three kinds of knowledge before they can manage effectively the complexities of teaching: knowledge of self, knowledge of students and knowledge of subject.
Knowledge of Self. Teachers who are knowledgeable about their needs are better able to help their students. A teacher‟s self-understanding and self- acceptance are prerequisites for helping students to know and accept themselves.
Knowledge of Students. Student characteristics such as their aptitudes, talents, learning styles, stage of development, and their readiness to learn new material are among the essential knowledge teachers must have. “To teach a kid well you have to know a kid well.”
Knowledge of Subject. With the title of teacher comes an assumption of knowledge. Teachers who have extensive knowledge of their subjects are better equipped to help their students learn.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Observations
1. How knowledgeable is the teacher in presenting the lessons?
2. What are the skills do teachers have in presenting the lessons?
3. How does the teacher demonstrate or use the three kinds of knowledge in teaching the lessons?
Analysis
1. Why is self-knowledge important in teaching?

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2. Does these three kinds of knowledge enough to be an effective teacher?
Reflection:
Write your own thoughts in learnings you‟ve gain about learning to teach.
Portfolio: Make a slogan that will summarize what you have learned.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Objectives:
1. Describe the different roles of the teacher in the classroom.
2. Analyze the different roles of the teacher in promoting teacher-student relationship.
3. Develop an ideal teacher.
Discussion: A brief explanation of the roles of the teacher is found below.
The information provider
- A traditional responsibility of the teacher is to pass on information, knowledge and understanding of the contents of the study. This information can be delivered using various teaching methods.
The role model
- A teacher should exemplify what should be learned. They should be models not only as they teach but as they perform their duties.
The facilitator
- As we move to the learner- centered view of learning the role of the teacher is changing to that of a facilitator of learning. Teachers are no longer viewed as „walking tape recorders‟ teachers must therefore hone theirs skill of facilitation and mentorship as they support the problem – based learning and the learner‟s ability to source for information.

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The assessor
- The teacher assesses the student and the curriculum. The assessment of the student‟s competence is through examinations. The teachers assess the curriculum by monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the teaching of the courses.
The Planner
- Teachers plan the curriculum and the courses to be taught as well as their implementation.
The Resource Developer
- Teachers develop the resources that are used during the delivery of the curriculum. They develop their teaching aids, incorporate new technologies in the teaching technique, prepare study guides and they also keep abreast of any changing knowledge.
Observation
From the given different roles of the teacher, write down on what you have observed that are dominantly applied in the classroom. You may add other roles that are not mention above.
Roles of the Teacher
How it is applied?

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Analysis
1. How important are the roles of the teacher must be applied inside the classroom?
2. What are the other roles, not mention above, you think the teacher must have inside the classroom? Explain briefly.
Reflection:
Soon you will be a teacher, from the different roles of the teacher, which role do you think is effective in strengthening teacher-student relationships? Make your own thoughts.

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Portfolio:
Choose one of the roles of the teacher. Create poem about it.

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Field Study 6: On Becoming a Teacher
Objectives:
At the end of this activity you should:
1. Define the classroom management
2. Observe how learning environment affect the students.
3. Prepare a matrix showing elements of classroom management, your observation and your recommendations to improve it.
Discussion:
What is Classroom Management?
Classroom Management Carter V. Good‟s Dictionary of Education defines classroom management as the “Administration or direction of activities with special reference to such problem as discipline, democratic techniques, use and care of supplies and reference materials, the physical features of the classroom, general housekeeping, and the social relationships of pupils.
According to Lardizabal, et al. (1991), classroom management includes operation and control of activities. Such details as seating, attendance, use of instructional materials, classroom courtesies, and discipline require foresight and planning. A well-managed class is conducive to mental growth and development. Learning becomes interesting and enjoyable under favorable working conditions.

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Observations:
Observe a class and accomplish the matrix below. How teacher manages his/her class? What suggestions you can give to improve it?
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Elements of Classroom Management
Observation
(How does teacher manages it? Does it Effective?)
Recommendations
(Suggest ways to manage this effectively in the class)
Rules
Schedule
Classroom Design
Discipline
Organization
Instructional Technique
Communication

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Analysis
1. Why is Classroom Management an Integral Part of Teaching?
2. In what elements of classroom management was the teacher most effective? How the teacher manages it?
3. In what elements of classroom management was the teacher least effective? Suggest ways to improved it.
Reflection:
Effective teacher knows how to manage his/her class. What characteristics do you have to be effective classroom manager? Elaborate how these characteristics can help you.

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Portfolio:
Draw in a box your ideal classroom. You may use other sheet.