Name of FS student: Roxanne Lomandas Year and Section: BSE III-English
As you have observed, classify the resources available in the learning resource
center. Please use the activity form provided for you.
Name of Center Observed : Library and Computer Room
Date of Observation: August 18, 2014
Name of Observer: Roxanne Lomandas
Course/Year / School: BSE III-I
List of Available Learning Resources
Available Learning Characteristics and Unique Teaching Approaches where
Resources Capabilities the Resources is most useful
(Enumerate in bullet
form)
1. Print Resources Latest information from the Students’ mastery of their
news, specific and hand-outs lessons, inquiry-based
Magazines are easy to understand. approaches, and research-
based teaching.
Newspapers
Hand-outs
Textbooks
2. Audio Commonly used for Innovative way of teaching
Resources entertainment purposes. It using the wide application of
could also be used for the technology.
speakers presentation of the reports
and discussions.
radio
tape recorder
3. Non- electronic These provide the students Materials are aesthetic and
close to reality experiences attractive in learning and
Visual that they need in learning. teaching process.
Resources
charts
model
mock ups
flashcards
board displays
4. ICT Resources Its application gives the Can be used for a larger and
students a global way of quality presentation of
computers learning experiences. Files reports and other related
can be kept for a long period. paper works.
television
Impression:
First of all, the teachers should be aware of the wide application of these learning
resources most specially the technology to prepare their lessons. Of course, interest
and needs are the main factors to be considered on the part of the students in
acquiring and gaining knowledge and skills. These learning resources are helpful but its
effectiveness depends on its proper application.
Name and Signature of Observer: Roxanne Lomandas
Name of the Learning Resource Center In-charge:
My Analysis
Were the learning resource/materials arranged properly according to their
functions and characteristics?
Yes. The learning resources and materials are properly arranged.
Accessible for everybody's needs and interests. They are grouped according to
their types and functions. Printed materials are put together and so as the
computers, speakers etc.
Do the guidelines and procedures facilitate easy access to the materials by
the teachers? Why? Why not?
Yes. The guidelines and procedures facilitate easy access to the materials by the
teacher. The teacher provides easy access to the materials whenever the students
are in need of the material. Guidelines and procedures are specific. Resources are
available as easy to access by the teachers and learners.
What are the strengths of this Learning Resources Center?
This Learning Resources Center allows the student to access the information they
need in the class. The computers are available during school days and students can
use it for their research-based assignments, preparation of the hand-outs and any
other related computer-based works. Since it is accessible to them, it is easier for
them to cope with the lesson they discuss. For example, the students need to
gather information about a specific author for them to have a background on one
particular literary piece. They can easily gather information since they have an
access to their resource center.
What are its weaknesses?
In most schools the weakness of their resources center is the lacking number of
printed materials. Since they lack in printed materials students cannot use a book
all at same time. When it comes to technology, some computers are not working and
need maintenance. The schools’ problem is not just the lacking number of
computers but also the availability of Internet connection.
My Reflections
1. Which of the materials in the Learning Resource Center caught your
interest the most? Why?
I have appreciated all the books and instructional materials found in the library.
The library is clean and well-organized. What caught my interest the most is their
printed materials, specifically the books. They are properly arranged and well
maintained.
2. Which gadgets/materials are you already confident to use/operate?
I am confident in using the computer, e. g. Microsoft office .I’m so much
interested things about computer related works and I want to explore more about
it because it would be helpful to me in dealing with my teaching works.
3. Which ones do you feel you need to learn more about?
I want to know more about installation and java programming.
My Portfolio
Place an article about an example of technology gadget/material that you want
to learn more about.
How to Read an E-Book with Your Child
By: Reading Rockets
Electronic books are becoming more and more commonplace. Here you'll
discover practical tips for sharing e-books with your child, and how to keep the
focus on reading and the story.
Electronic books, called e-books, are becoming more and more commonplace
these days. Some readers, like the first generation Kindle and Nook devices,
offer a basic digital version of a print book. Children scroll through the pages
to read, and the experience is somewhat similar to reading a traditional book.
Newer, full-color, touchscreen devices such as iPads and the Nook Color have
expanded what is possible to include e-books with many more features. These
"enhanced" e-books offer a different reading experience. Often bought as
apps through iTunes, these e-books provide lots of choice. A user can choose
have the whole book read to them, or can choose to read the book themselves.
E-book enhancements consist of a range of things, but often include listening
to music that complements the story, playing story-related games, completing
coloring pages, and more. Most children find interactive e-books fun and
engaging. But do they help develop important early literacy skills such as letter
names and letter sounds or more complex skills such as comprehension?
The e-book market is too young to have enough solid research on the topic to
know for sure yet, but researchers have spent lots of time watching families
with young children engage with e-books. These observations suggest that it's
easy for kids to get carried away with the digital nature of the e-book. Parents
can help keep the focus on reading and the story by following three simple
suggestions:
Recognize the novelty factor. The first few times your child is interacting
with a new e-book, allow time for exploration of the features. Once your
child has spent some time exploring, set out to read or listen to the story
without too many non-story related interruptions.
Enjoy the features, but don't forget to focus on the story. See if you can
help your child find a balance between having fun with the games and
sticker books and really enjoying and understanding the story. As with all
books, engage your reader in conversations about the story. "What do you
think will happen next? What is your favorite part of the story?"
Stay present with your child and the book experience. It's tempting to let
the device do the work — read the story, play a game and interact with
your child. But there's no substitute for quality parent-child conversation.
Keep talking, commenting on interesting words and ideas, and sharing your
love of literacy with your child.