Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION XI
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF DAVAO OCCIDENTAL
HILARIO K. CERNAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
REFLECTION JOURNAL THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE APPLICATION OF A LEARNER-
CENTERED TEACHING PHILOSOPHY IN THE LESSON PLAN OR COMMUNITY WORK
Throughout my experience as an educator, I have firmly believed in the power on
implementing a learner-centered teaching philosophy in my lesson plan and work community.
This approach places the needs, interest, and abilities of the students at the forefront, allowing
for a more effective and engaging learning experience.
In my lesson plan, I aimed to create an environment where my students could actively
participate in their learning process. To achieve this, I designed a project-based learning activity
that empowered the students to take ownership of their education. The students were gain
knowledge and skills by working for an extend period of time to respond to an authentic,
engaging and complex questions, problem or challenge. The students were given the
opportunity to choose a topic of interest within a certain subject area and then develop a project
around it. This allowed them to delve deeper into their chosen topic and explore it from various
angles. I provided guidance and support throughout the process, but the students were the
ones making decisions and driving their own learning.
By employing a learner-centered teaching philosophy, I observed numerous benefits.
Firstly, there was an evident increase in student engagement. It provide a sense of autonomy
and relevance, making the learning experience more meaningful and enjoyable for the students,
Secondly the students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills as they navigated
through the different stages of their projects. They had to make decisions, analyse information,
and adapt their plans, accordingly, fostering a deeper level of understanding.
Furthermore, a learner centered approach fostered a positive and inclusive classroom
community. By valuing and respecting each student’s unique interest and abilities, it created
an environment where their voice was heard and valued. The students collaborated with their
peers, exchanging ideas and offering support and feedback. This collaboration encourage the
development of social and communication skills, preparing them for a real-world interaction.
In addition to the classroom setting, the application of learner-centered teaching
philosophy extended to the wider work community. By developing personalized professional
development opportunities, I allowed colleagues into align their learning goals with their areas
of interest. This empowered them to make ownership of their professional growth and pursue
areas of expertise that resonated with them personally. This approach not only increade overall
job satisfaction but also fostered a culture of continuous improvement, as each individual had a
tailored learning plan that directly address their needs.
Overall, the application of learner-centered teaching philosophy in both my lesson plan
and work community has proven to be immensely beneficial, By emphasizing
students choice, collaboration and personalize learning, this approach has created a more
engaging, inclusive and effective learning environment. Students have become actively
participants in their education. Similarly, in the work community, colleagues have embraced
“DAVOCC LEADS: AS WE TURN VISIONS INTO REALITIES”
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