CONSTELLATION

The topic that caught my attention with their demo teaching was the kinds of
constellations themselves. I've learned that there are twelve zodiac signs that can be seen in
the night sky. Let's start with Aries, Aries (first), Leo (fifth), and Sagittarius (ninth) signs of the
zodiac, which are associated with the element of fire. Taurus (second), Virgo (sixth), and
Capricorn (tenth) zodiac signs are associated with the element of earth. Gemini (third), Virgo
(seventh), and Aquarius (eleventh) zodiac signs are associated with the element of air. Cancer
(fourth), Scorpio (eighth), and Pisces (twelfth) signs of the zodiac are associated with the
element of water. If I'm going to choose the best presenter for the said group demo teaching, I
will pick Ms. Trisha Efa.

I love how Trisha gave various kinds of activities as an opening for their topic. With the
eye-catching visual aids and drawing activity, it will develop the skills of her learners. She even
uses a catchphrase to make sure that her learners are listening to her. Her tone of voice is quite
good enough to set the atmosphere of the class because she seems so energetic.

Furthermore, if I were the presenter, the things or strategies that I will apply are the
following: the use of stellar visuals. We should incorporate stunning visuals of constellations,
such as high-resolution images, artistic renderings, or even time-lapse videos showcasing the
movement of stars. Use vibrant colors and captivating designs to make constellations visually
appealing. The celestial lighting by creating a dimmed or darkened room and use special lighting
effects such as stars projecting the signs or constellations. We can integrate technology also,
such as providing interactive sky maps. Provide your learners with interactive sky maps that will
allow them to explore and identify the constellations. As a teacher, we can use the traditional
one, which is storytelling, but this time it's mythological storytelling. We can impart knowledge
to them by sharing mythological stories and legends associated with different constellations or
to make it more creative, we can bring stories to life by using props, costumes, or even acting
out key scenes. Moreover, we can integrate arts also in teaching the topic, such as showcasing
stellar artworks or the artworks that are created because they make the constellation as their
reference. Celestial activities wherein the learners are allowed to create their own constellation
or connect the dots of familiar shapes. Celestial fashion by encouraging our learners to dress up
in attire inspired by constellations or celestial motifs. This will add fun and interactive elements
to the presentation and create a visually engaging atmosphere inside the classroom. Lastly, we
can use the activity celestial culinary delights. We can incorporate constellation-themed snacks
or treats during a break. We can also let our learners create on their own. Like we can provide
Fita crackers and different colors of Krimstix or anything that can accompany Fita to create a
constellation. This adds a unique and memorable touch and delights the learners' taste buds. It
will also require their creativity and satisfy their inner artist spirits. As teachers, we should
always keep in mind that we should balance creativity with informative content. We can't just
put creativity into our topic or lesson that is out of context. Let's incorporate extravagant and
creative elements to make the topic a memorable and captivating experience for our learners.
 STARS

STARS are the most widely recognized astronomical objects, and represent the most
fundamental building blocks of galaxies. Stars are responsible for the manufacture and
distribution of heavy elements such as carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen, and their characteristics
are intimately tied to the characteristics of the planetary systems that may coalesce about
them. The topic that caught attention was the Color of stars and its classification. There are five
colors of the stars which are blue, white, yellow, orange and red. Each of the stars have
temperature equivalent. As a star’s temperature increases, as a result of there being more gas
in the star and hence more fuel to burn – it becomes hotter. Its color changes from orange,
through yellow, to white. Hottest stars are blue, with temperatures up to 40,000ºC. Coolest
stars are red with surface temperatures of about 3,000ºC.

The best presenter for this group demo teaching must be Ms. Daniella Barot. I really
admire her soft voice. I can see that she has the potential to be an elementary teacher. She
explained the topics assigned to her so well in a way she thinks that the student will understand
the lesson at its best. She and the rest of the demo teacher/s wear also a creative costumes
with the shape of the stars that represent the different colors. As for the other they use
headdresses.

Furthermore, if i’m going to be the presenter of a topic stars, there are numerous ways
to make the presentation more extravagant and creative. Here are some ideas to make it stand
out in the class discussion. Stars are somehow similar to constellation or they are look like the
same, so we can use some strategies in teaching constellation to teach the topic stars. The use
of Stellar Vision and Celestial Design. Wherein we are going to create or let the student
experience a virtual reality experience regarding the topic. We can use cosmic soundtrack. It’s
done by selecting a captivating soundtrack that complements the topic of stars. Consider
adding sound effects like celestial noises or the sound of stardust to enhance auditory
experience. We can use the stellar storytelling also. We can do it by sharing stories or myths
from different culture that feature stars as central characters. For example is using the Filipino
series drama STARLA. Additionally, we can use also the Celestial Fashion Show. Actually, the
demo teacher/s already done this, but that’s one of the best way to keep your learners
interested with the topic. Celestial Cuisine wherein we incorporate star-themed treats or
cocktails or cookies with the shape of stars, galaxy-inspired drinks and desserts with edible
glitters. But before conducting it we should make sure we prioritize the safety of our learners.
Astrophotography Exhibition. Yes, we can display astrophotography images taken by
professionals. We can showcase breathtaking photographs of stars, galaxies, and nebulae. We
can also add or integrate technology for Data Visualization. I can create an interactive charts,
graphs, or infographics that will showcase information about sar classifications, sizes, distances,
or compositions. Lastly, Celestial Poetry or Spoken word. We may include poetic word
performances that explore the theme of stars. This will add an artistic and expressive element
to the presentation. Remember to ensure that the technology used aligns with the goals of the
presentation and enhances the learning experience rather than overshadowing the content,
same with the use of creativity. We should balance the use of technology, creativity and the
informative content. As a future teachers it is important to assure that your learners are not
only enjoying your activities but also gaining knowledge with the topic.
 MOON

I’ve learned that, the Moon is Earth's only natural satellite. It orbits at an average
distance of 384,400 km (238,900 mi), about 30 times the diameter of Earth . Over time
Earth's gravity has caused tidal locking, causing the same side of the Moon to always
face Earth. Because of this, the lunar day and the lunar month are the same length, at
29.5 Earth days. The Moon's gravitational pull and to a lesser extent, the Sun's are the
main drivers of Earth's tides. Earth's Moon is the only place beyond Earth where
humans have set foot. The topic that caught my attention is the phases of the moon.
There are eight phases of the moon. The first one is the new moon, the phase of the
moon when it is in conjunction with the sun and invisible from earth. The second is
waxing crescent moon, waxing means the moon’s illumination is growing and crescent.
First quarter moon is the second primary moon phase and it is defined as the moment
the moon has reached the first quarter of its orbit. The waxing gibbous moon, the
second intermediate phase that last until the next primary phase. The Full Moon
appears in the night sky when the sun and the moon are aligned on opposite sides of
Earth. The other phase are waning gibbous moon, last quarter moon and waning
crescent moon. It caught my attention because i really love to look at the sky and try to
classify what phase of the moon i looking at.
The best presenter for me for this demo teaching is Ms. Regine De Silva. Regine
always came prepared as we already know it. I admire her leadership and being
balance with everything. She always make sure that as she stand in front of the class
she know what she is talking or discussing about. In other words, she always have the
mastery of the subject. The things that make her stand-out among the presenter or
demo teacher/s are her effort to explain phases of the moon with the universal language
which is English. She also prepared visual materials to show the phases or how the
phases of the moon transition from one another.
However, if i am going to present the topic moon. I can use the Lunar set design.
It’s about creating a lunar-themed set design that resembles the surface of the moon.
We can utilize props, lightning effects, and textures to recreate the craters, rocky terrain,
and the overall ambiance of the moon’s surface. The use of Moon Rock Display, by
displaying real or replica moon rocks during the presentation. We can allow the learners
to touch and examine the rocks if safe and feasible to provide a tactile and interactive
experience. If we can’t provide replica we can use alternative which is high-resolution
images of moon rocks and their unique characteristics. The Lunar Mythology and
Folklore by sharing captivating stories, myths, and folklore from different cultures that
involve the moon. We can use also Moon Trivia. We can incorporate a moon themed
trivia or quiz segment into presentation. Prepare a set of multiple-choice questions or
true/false statements related to the moon, its history, and it exploration. The learners
can engage by answering the questions individually or in a groups followed by a
discussion of the correct answers. Also, we can let our learners experience moon
landing by conducting the Moon Landing Simulation. Organize a simulation activity that
recreates the experience of a moon landing. As a teacher we can set up a designated
area with props and equipment resembling a lunar module. Call a volunteers among
your students to take the roles of astronauts and guide them through a simulated moon
landing scenario. Other activities can make it more extravagant is to activate the inner
artist of the learners by doing Moon Art or Craft Station. The teacher (i) will provide a
station or place for the students where they will create their artwork of crafts that is
related to the moon. Remember to adapt these interactive elements and activities to the
time available and the resources at hand. As a teaher we should not maker our
discussion creative and extravagant but more importantly is to make it more informative
for the learners.