FIELD STUDY 1: Observations of Teaching-Learning in Actual School Environment
Episode 3: INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES AND LEARNERS’ INTERACTION
On your observation time, look for at least three situations where you can
see different behaviors of the students. Describe their behaviors. Then, observe
the reactions of the teacher. Describe his/her reactions to the behaviors of the
students.
Classroom Situations Behaviors of the Reactions of the teacher
(Just briefly tell the classroom students/group of students
situation)
During a Math Lesson The teacher approaches the
Learners are solving word Others are struggling with the struggling learners individually,
problems on the board. problems and appear frustrated. offering guidance and
explanations.
The teacher approaches the
EPP Class One group is being very loud noisy group and reminds them
Learners are working on a and disruptive, making it difficult to keep their voices down.
group project. for other students to However, when the group
concentrate. continues to be disruptive, the
teacher assigns a specific task
that requires quiet work.
During a math problem solving The teacher interrupts and
activity One pair of learners is arguing and facilitates a discussion
Learners are working in pairs not cooperating. between the learners. She
to solve a challenging word suggests specific strategies for
problem working together, such as
taking turns or dividing the
task into smaller steps.
The teacher is leading a class A group of learners is talking The teacher pauses the
discussion about a topic. among themselves and not paying discussion and calls on one of
attention to the discussion. the off-task learners to answer
a question related to the topic.
A. Analysis:
How does the teacher influence the class interaction considering the individual
differences of the students?
The teacher in the observe classroom demonstrates effective strategies to manage a
diverse group of learners. They employ a combination of approaches, including
individualized attention, positive reinforcement, effective communication, and classroom
management techniques. By considering the individual differences of the learners, the
teacher is able to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment.
B. Reflection:
When you become teachers, would you emulate the way the teachers you
observed as he or she manifested his/her personal and professional qualities?
Why?
I would definitely emulate the qualities of the teacher I observed. Her ability to
effectively manage diverse learners, provide individualized support, and create a
positive learning environment is truly inspiring. I believe that by adopting these
strategies I can foster a classroom where all learners feel valued and motivated to learn.
Specifically, I would strive to build strong relationships with learners, use a variety of
teaching strategies, provide timely and specific feedback, and create a positive
classroom culture. By incorporating these qualities into my teaching practice, I hope to
make a positive impact on my learner's lives.
I believe that these qualities are essential for creating a supportive and engaging
learning environment. By building strong relationships with learners, I can help them to
feel safe, respected, and valued. By using a variety of teaching trategies, I can cater to
different learning styles and keep learners engaged. By providing timely and specific
feedback, I can help learners improve their work and develop their skills. And by
creating a positive classroom culture, I can foster a love of learning and encourage
learners to take risk and be creative.
In the future, how would you want the learners in your classroom to interact?
How will you make it happen?
I envision a future classroom where learners actively engage with each other and
the material. I want to foster a collaborative learning environment where learners
work together to solve problems, share ideas, and support one another. To
achieve this, I will implement strategies such as group work, student
presentations, and technology integration. I will also establish a positive
classroom culture by modeling respectful behavior and setting clear
expectations. By fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, I
hope to inspire learners to reach their potential.
