EPISODE 1: The School Environment

Activity 1.1 Exploring the School Campus

Resource Teacher: Larry Tulic Teacher’s Signature School: Kalilangan NHS

Grade/Year Level: Grade 10 Subject Area ICT-STEM Date: 14-03-2023

SCHOOL FACILITIES OBSERVATION CHECKLIST

Facilities / Description Will it contribute to the students’

learning and development? Why?
Office of the Principal / Clean and warm. It welcomes the Yes, because this office serve as a bridge
students. to follow up and upgrade the learning
process of students.
Library / Clean, silent and resources are well Yes, in this particular area of the school
categorized the student can find and analyze
information, purchase books, borrow
books and other resources for the
school library.
Counseling Room / Clean, warm and have privacy for the Yes, because this office is important
students who needs counseling especially for those students who has
concern or problem that need to be
settled.
Canteen/Cafeteria / Clean and need more improvement to Yes, in this area the students can find
cater all the needs of the students. refreshment and take a little rest after a
long hour of study, It is spacious yet
crowded, meals are decent and
affordable.
Medical Clinic / Clean and need to upgrade for Yes, because this is the place to take an
medicine and some medical immediate first aide.
equipment.
Audio Visual/Learning
Resource Center
Science Laboratory / Clean and well maintained. Yes, it helps the student to use the right
apparatus and perform lab activities.
Gymnasium
Auditorium / Clean and well maintained. Yes, because it enable an audience to
hear and watch student’s performances.
Outdoor/Garden / Clean and organized but needed Yes, this help the student to learn how
maintenance to make living using agriculture
Home Economics Room / Clean, warm and organized. Yes, this facility serves us guide on how
to take care of our house, preparing
meals, making dress etc.
Industrial Workshop Area Not so clean, yet it is organized, some Yes, this help the students to use the
equipment are needed for particular equipment for industrial tasks
replacement
PTA Office / Clean and warm Yes, the space is enough for the teacher
and parents involved in the
organization. Through this facility
parents are welcome to discuss issues
and make resolution for the benefits of
the students
Comfort Room for Boys / Clean yet needed for improvement, Yes, because the student use this to use
 need to add more toilet cubicle, tissue personal necessity
and soap
Comfort Room for Girls / Clean yet needed for improvement, Yes, because the student use this to use
need to add more toilet cubicle, tissue personal necessity
and soap
Others: (Please Specify)

ICT Room / A place where computer facilities are Yes, using this facilities will enhance the
placed for learners to learn computers learning and presentation of the
subject.

An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

Read the following statements carefully. Then write your observation report on the space provided

Guide Question Classroom Observation Report

1. Describe the community or - The School is near to the main road for easy travel access
neighborhood where the - In front of the School are grocery stores that students to buy
school is found. snacks and foods etc.
- The overall school community and neighborhood provides
safety for all the students.
2. Describe the school campus.  The School campus has all the colors to create nice and beautiful
What colors do you see? What artwork.
is the condition of the  The conditions of some building are in good condition, they are
buildings? properly renovated and properly maintained.
3. Pass by the offices. What  The Administrative offices are easy to locate so it is convenience for
impression do you have of all the visiting the campus.
these offices?  Most of the offices are located in mostly one part of the school that
indicates its function and role are well placed.
4. Walk through the school halls,  Along the school hall, you will find bulletin board that gives
the library, the cafeteria. Look information and announcements for the school and student.
around and find out the other  The library are full of resources for the students need.
facilities that the school has.  The canteen is clean and well maintained for the student to find
refreshment.
 Over all walking around the campus the needed facilities are present
and functional.

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Resource Teacher: Larry Tulic Teacher’s Signature School: Kalilangan NHS

Grade/Year Level: Grade 10 Subject Area ICT-STEM Date: 14-03-2023

1. Look at the walls of the classroom. What are posted on the walls? What heroes, religious figures, lessons, visual
aids, announcements, do you see posted? Yes I see some posters, there are few visual aids posted like
Earthquake safety rules.
2. Examine how the pieces of furniture are arranged. There is the teacher’s table located?
How are the tables and chairs/desks arranged? The tables and chairs/desks are well arranged. So students are
sitting on their chairs comfortably. Students also properly position to make interactions with their classmates.
 3. What learning materials/equipment are present? In this subject, they have using the Computer laboratory
equipment.
4. Observe the students. How many are occupying one room? They are all occupying the 30 seats
5. Is the room well-lit and well-ventilated? Yes The room is well lit and ventilated

An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

Be guided by these tasks as you do your observation. Then accomplish the matrix to record your data.

CLASSROOM FACILITIES MATRIX

Classroom Facilities Description (location, number, arrangement, condition)

1. Wall Displays In the back of the classroom, 5, in the center, good condition
2. Teacher’s Table In the front and at the back of the classroom, 2, in the center, good condition
3. Learner’s Desks In the middle of the classroom, 8, in the center, good condition
4. Blackboard In the front of the classroom, 2, in the center, good condition
5. Learning Flat screen TV, Laptop, Computer equipment, speaker.
Materials / Visual
Aids.
6. Learner’s Flat In the front of the classroom, 1, in the center, good condition
screen Monitor
7. Computers All over the classroom, 15, in the center, Good Condition
8. Extension Ports In the corners and the sides of the classroom, well-arranged for safety plugging. Good
condition.

Write your observation Report here.

Name of the School Observed: Kalilangan National High School

Location of the School: Kalilangan, Bukidnon
Date to Visit : 14-03-2023

The classroom has a minimal display of national heroes’ portraits, portrait of the Philippine President. The rooms are
well lit and painted with light colors so that the room will look brighter. The fans and air-con are functioning.

ANALYZE

How do the school campus and the classroom in particular impact the learning of the students going to school? What
are your conclusions?

I conclude that if the campus has all the facilities and the people around them are nice, approachable but with strong
discipline the students will recognize how important education is. Having those facilities will attract the learner’s
interest to study even more. By providing a comfortable environment to learn the students can focus to class and it
will result to a great learning experience.
How does this relate to your knowledge of child and adolescent development/how does this relate to your knowledge of
facilitating learning?

The students are easy to learn if they are comfortable with the people around them, the place and making sure that
are safe. As a teacher we have to extend our patience provide support and understanding toward the students. Let us
do not forget that we must respect their belief but we have to teach them the moral values in the society.

REFLECT

1. Would you like to teach in the school environment you just observed? Why? Why not?
- Yes , I would like to teach here because it provides a good working environment for students and
teachers. New buildings are being built to improve the learning facilities of the student and this help the
teachers to provide great class with best result. Teaching is quality.
2. What kinds of school campus is conducive to learning?
- In my own opinion, if the campus provide a good atmosphere to help the students to learn and grow. A
school campus that encourages growth both physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, spiritually. An
institution that instill the value and understanding about natural order.
3. What kind of classroom is conducive to learning?
- A classroom that is conducive to learning is with good learning environment, proper ventilation and well
lighted. But the best part of this classroom is, it welcomes criticism, challenges and new ideas. This gives
the student the benefits of growing through interaction emotionally and intellectually. An environment
where the lessons are being learned understood and accepted that will produce a great impact in their
lives.
4. In the future, how can you accomplish your answer in number 3?
- I can accomplish anything with the help of every individual inside the class. Through passion and
determination, school, teachers and staffs, parents and students with a specific goal that to make a
better learning environment.
5. Write your additional learnings and insights here
- For my additional learning, everybody has their own responsibility to create such things. It is not only
you should grow and help but it is everybody’s duty. It doesn’t matter how small you may seem but how
you can contribute in you society. If the children grow in a well environment it is a success in the society.
Education is not a privilege it is a right.

OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 1.2 Observing bulletin board displays

Resource Teacher: Teacher’s Signature School:

Grade/Year Level: Subject Area Date:

The display board, or what we more commonly refer to as bulletin board, is one of the most readily available
and versatile learning resources.

To achieve the Intended Learning Outcomes, work your way through these steps: 1. Examine for bulletin board
displays. Include samples of those found at the entrance, lobby, hallways and classrooms 2. Pick one and evaluate the
display. 3 Propose enhancements to make the display more effective.
OBSERVE

As you look around and examine board displays, use the observation guide and forms provided for you to document
your observations.

An Observation Guide for BOARD DISPLAYS

Read the following carefully before you observe.

1. Go around the school to examine the board displays. How many board displays do you see?
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2. Where are the display boards found? Are they in places where target viewers can see them?
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3. What are the displays about? What key messages do they convey? What images and colors do you see? How
are the pieces of information and images arranged?
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4. What materials were used in making the displays? Are borders used?
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5. Do you notice some errors? (misspelled words, grammar inconsistencies and the like)
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6. Are the messages clear and easily understood?
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7. Think about what got your attention. Why did it get your attention?
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8. Take a photos of the display boards (if allowed).
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Based on the question on the observation guide, write your observation report:

Observation REPORT
(You may paste Pictures of the Board displays here.)

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From among the board displays that you saw, pick the one that you got most interest in. Evaluate it using the evaluation
form below.

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 3-Very Satisfactory 2 – Satisfactory 1 – Needs Improvement

NI S VS O
Criteria Comments
1 2 3 4
Effective
Communication
It conveys the message
quickly and clearly.
Attractiveness
Colors and arrangement
catch and hold interest.
Balance
Objects are arranged, so
stability is perceived.
Unity
Repeated shapes or
colors or use of borders
hold display together
Interactivity
The style and approach
entice learners to be
involved and engaged.
Legibility
Letters and illustrations
can be seen from a
good distance.
Correctness
It is free from grammar
errors, misspelled
words, and ambiguity.
Durability
It is well constructed,
items are securely
attached.
Bulletin Board Evaluated by:
Location:
Brief Description of the Bulletin Board:
Evaluation
Strengths Weaknesses
Description of the
Bulletin Board layout

Evaluation of
educational content. And
other aspects

Recommendations or
Suggestions for
Improvement

Signature of Evaluator over Printed Name:

Based on you suggestions, make your board display lay-out. You may present your out through any of these:

 A hand-made drawing or layout

 An electronic (computer) drawing/illustration or layout
 A Collage

My Board Display Lay-out

ANALYZE

What do you think was the purpose of the board display?

Did the board display design reflect the likes/interests of its target audience? Why? Why not?

Was the language used clear and simple for the target audience to understand? Why? Why not?

Was the board display effective? Why? Why not?

What suggestions can you make?

Based on your suggestions, propose an enhanced version of the display board. Use the form below.

My Proposed Board Display

Theme:

Board Title:

Rationale:
(Purpose)

Objectives:

Best features of my proposed bulletin enhancement:

Content Resources (Name each needed resource and give each a brief description)

Materials for aesthetic enhancement:

REFLECT

1. Name at least five skills that a teacher should have to be able to come up with effective board displays.
Elaborate on why each skill is needed.

2. Which of the skills you named in #1 do you already have? Recall your past experiences in making board displays.
How do you practice these skills?

3. Which skills do you still need to develop? What concrete steps will you take on how you can improve on or
acquire these skills.
LINK Theory to Practice

SHOW Your Learning Artifacts

My Personal Illustration of an Effective School Environment

EVALUATE Performance Task