Your Target

At the end of this activity, you will gain competence in managing time, space and resources
to provide an environment which is appropriate to the learners and conducive to learning.

Your Map

Your TOOLS

Use the activity form provided for you to document your observation.

FS 1
• FIELD
Observe a class. STUDY 1: Observations of
• Teaching
Using a checklist, -find
Learning invirtual
out the evident Actual School
classroom
components. Environment
• Describe how the virtual classroom is structured/ designed to
allow everyone to participate in the learning activities.
Eldy Owen T. Layno
• Relate the data in your checklist to the learners’ behavior.
Instructor
• Reflect on how virtual classroom management affects
learning.
Institute of Arts, Sciences and Teacher Education
BSED SCIENCE 4 –A
 An Observation Guide for the Learners’ Characteristics

Read the following statements carefully. Then write your observation report on the
provided space.
1. As you observe the class, look into the characteristics of the learners. Note their
ages.
2. How many boys are there? How many girls?
3. Focus on their behavior. Are they already able to manage their own behavior?
4. Can the learners already work independently?
5. Describe their span of attention.
6. Look into their listening skills and ability to concentrate.
An Observation Guide for the VIRTUAL CLASSROOM OBSERVATION

Name School: Dapdap High School

Location of the of the school Observed: San Nicolas, Dapdap,
Bamban, Tarlac
Date of Observation:
During my three weeks of observation, I was able to observe every learner
regarding on their different behaviors. Some of them are not focusing and listening
during the discussion, but most of the student are actively engaged in the
discussion.
.
In class I am observing, the range of their age 15-17 years old. They were
52 students in all, 29 males and 23 females. Based on my observation, students can
already manage their own behavior but some of their classmate unable to answer
their modules independently, I’ve noticed that the other students rely on the work of
their classmates and other sections.

In terms of their attention, it depends on how the teacher motivates the class.
They also need a guide from the teacher to correct their wrong doings. Additionally,
they would only participate in the class if the teacher was enthusiastic. Furthermore,
they are just concentrating only when they are interested. But most of the time they
are not listening to what the teacher has told them.

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 An Observation Guide for the VIRTUAL CLASSROOM VISIT

Be guided by these questions as you do your observation of the virtual classroom

management. It is also good to ask the teacher for additional information so you can
verify your observation. Write your notes below; and then organize your data in the
table that follows.

1. Are there rules in the class.

2. Did the students participate in making the classroom rules?
3. What are the daily routines done by the teacher? (prayer, attendance,
assignment of monitors.) How are they done?
4. If a learner is not following instructions or is off-task, what does the teacher
do? (behavior strategies).
5. What does the teacher do to reinforce positive behaviors? (behavior strategies)

Observation Notes:

Yes, the virtual classroom has a rule. Teacher flashes the virtual classroom rules
in the first slide of the PowerPoint; thus, every student is reminded if ever they commit
mistakes or do inappropriate behavior. Teacher starts with an opening prayer, then
greetings, followed by asking the students how was their day, and their module. Then the
teacher asked the students to remind them what was the topic last time. And proceed in
the proper discussion.

When the teacher discussing some of the students unmute their mic and create
some inappropriate noise, then the teacher will stop the discussion and gives precise
disciplinary action to the students. In reinforcing students, the teacher gives positive
feedback, and he respects the answers of the students, even if it's wrong. He also gives
certificates when the students have shown excellence in class.

Virtual Classroom Management Matrix

Aspect of
Classroom Description Effect on the Learners
Management
Virtual Classroom Before the discussions The effect on the students is that they
Rules started, virtual classroom will be reminded of the rules so that
rules were shown on the they'll avoid doing things that can
first slide of the affect their discussions.
presentation.
Virtual Classroom In virtual classroom
Procedures procedures, the teacher
starts to ask the students The effect on the students is that they
how was their day, their will feel loved and comfortable with
module, and their health class.
before the class discussion
on the subject matter.
Daily Routines The teacher always starts The effect to the students is that they
the class with prayer. will have a fear to God and they will do

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 that kind of routine in their daily
activity in their lives.
Handling Misbehavior students The effect on the students is that they
Misbehaviors/off- observed in virtual class. will be able to know their misbehavior
task behavior They always unmute their attitude and know their limitations.
mic to distract their
teacher or their
classmates. So that the
teacher gives precise
disciplinary action to the
students
Reinforcement of The teacher gives The effect on the students is that they
Positive Behavior certificate to the students will be motivated to strive hard to be
that will do positive excellent in class.
behavior and excellence
in class.
Others

YOUR ANALYSIS

1. How did the virtual classroom organization and routines affect the learners’ behavior?

Students behavior is influenced by virtual classroom organization and routines since they
are aware of their limits. When the online class begins, Sir Policarpio reminds the
students of the rules they must adhere to. In that way, the minds of the students are set
that they are rules need to be obeyed because of this they'll practice their proper attitude
and act politely. Moreover, it serves as a guide for the students on how to manage their
task in online classes.

2. What should the teacher have in mind when she/he designs the virtual classroom
organization and routines? What theories and principles should you have in mind?

I think when designing the virtual classroom organization and routine, the teacher should
keep in mind the impact on the students, as well as the outcome of these things, whether
they are helpful or not. Also, the fit theory is the theory of John Dewy which is the
experimental learning or the learning by doing. The simple notion behind learning by
doing is that we can learn more about something by doing it. For example, when you are
forced into a situation where you have to do what you need to learn, it’s easier to
remember those things. Every action provides personalized learning experiences, and it’s
where motivation is built. That motivation connects to what is learned and felt. It teaches
that learning is relevant and meaningful.

3. Which behavior strategies were effective in managing the behavior of the students? In
motivating them? Why were they effective?

I guess the effective strategy in managing the behavior of the students is that teacher
should be innovative and engage the students in interesting activities so that the students
will be attentive in the discussions.

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Your Reflections

1. Imagine yourself organizing your virtual classroom in the future. In what year/grade level do
you see yourself? What routines and procedures would you consider at this level? Why?

I see myself teaching Grade 10 students. If ever I'll be organizing a virtual classroom, similar to
other teachers, I will do the same routines and procedures which are applicable to the students.
The routines I will practice is first, pray before the discussion start and then I will ask students
how was their day, their modules and their mental health. I would also do an innovative
discussion and engage them in interesting activities.

2. List the rules you are likely to implement in this level? Why would you choose these rules?

 Mute your microphone when you’re not talking.

 Stay seated and stay present- make sure you are paying attention to the discussion and
not engaged in other errands while you on the google meet.
 Dress appropriately-look presentable
 Please make sure your background is clear.

Well, I choose these rules because I want to have a harmonious class and smooth discussions.
Additionally, to discipline the students to be responsible and to have a discipline to their selves.

3. Should learners be involved in making these rules? Why?

Yes, learners should be involved in class rules so that they are aware of the dos and don'ts in
virtual classrooms and are aware of their restrictions when participating in virtual classes.
Moreover, students will have an idea already whatever consequences might be given if ever they
will violate the said rules in virtual class.

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