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FIELD STUDY 1 g Learner Diversity:
Developmental
Episode
FS 6
Characteristics, Needs
and Interest
SPARK YOUR
ININTEREST
This Episode focuses on the classroom structure and routines performed by teachers in class to provide
a safe, friendly non-threatening and caring environment. Effective classroom routines ensure order and
discipline to help the students to stay calm and focused on their daily tasks.
TARGET Your Intended Learning Outcome
At the end of this Episode, I must be able to:
Identify the classroom routines set by the teacher; and
Observe how the students execute the various classroom routines.
REVISIT the Learning Essentials
Routines are the backbone of daily classroom life. They facilitate teaching and learning Routines don’t
just make the life of the teacher easier. They save valuable classroom time. Efficient routines make it easier for
students to learn and achieve more.
Establishing routines early in the school year:
Enables you to run your daily activities run smoothly.
Ensures you to manage time effectively.
Helps you maintain order in the classroom.
Makes you more focused on teaching because you spend less time in giving
directions/instruction; and
Enables you to explain to the learners what are expected of them.
OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT
Observe the classroom routines of the Resource Teacher by accomplishing the given checklist.
Checklist on Classroom Routines
Check Yes () if observed and (×) if not observed.
Classroom Routines Observed Not Observed
() (×)
1. Movement into the classroom
2. Transition in classroom activities
3. Movement out of the classroom
4. Use of laboratories/comfort room/washrooms
5. Passing of papers
6. Passing of books
7. Working with pairs/groups
8. Tardy students
9. Absent students
10. Submission/Collection of materials
11. Submission of projects
12. Asking questions during lessons
13. Asking for assistance
14. Joining classroom activities
15. Lining up
16. Walking in line
17. Fire drill/emergencies
18. Movement between activities
19. Use of classroom supplies
20. Checking of assignments
Others, please specify
21.
22.
ANALYZE
Analyze the routines set by the Resource Teacher by answering the following questions.
1. Were the routines effectives in ensuring discipline and order in the class? Why? Why not?
The effectiveness of classroom routines in ensuring discipline and order depends on several
factors, including the specific routines implemented, the teacher’s consistency and clarity in enforcing
them, the age and developmental level of the students, and the overall classroom culture. Classroom
routines can be effective is it has predictability and structure it allows them to anticipate what expected
of them, making it easier to follow directions and participate appropriately. Well-defined routines
establish clear expectations for student’s behavior and actions in various classroom situations. Efficient
routines optimize the use of time, allowing for more focused learning and less wasted of time transition
and disruptions. This creates a smoother and more productive learning environment. Routines
encourage the student independence and responsibility by empowering them to take ownership of their
actions and learnings. This promotes self-discipline. Also having Positive Classroom Culture. When
implemented effectively, routines contribute to a positive classroom culture characterized by respect,
collaboration, and a shared understanding of expectations._______________
2. Which of those routines were systematic and consistently implemented? Explain your answer?
The routines that are systematic and has consistency that are implemented are Movement into
the classroom, Transition in classroom activities, working with pair/group, submission/collection of
materials, asking questions during lessons, asking for assistance and etc. These routines are being
executed by the teacher and the students.
REFLECT
Reflect on the various routines observed.
1. Which of the routines will you most likely apply in your class? Why? Why not
I think the routines that I will apply when I become a teacher are Movement into the classroom,
Transition in classroom activities, working with pair/group, submission/collection of materials, asking
questions during lessons, asking for assistance and fire drill/emergencies. These routines has positive
impact to the students that will help them in their learning process and understand every lesson that
being teach.
Listing Down Classroom Rules
Resource Teacher: _______________Teacher’s Signature: School:
Grade/Year Level: _______________ Subject Area: Date:
OBSERVE
Observe a class and list down the classroom rules formulated by the Resource Teacher. Cite the
importance of the rules.
Classroom rules are imperative and must be reinforces for learners’ safety and security. Rules also teach
discipline and self-control. Rules eliminate stress and will provide a more pleasant, secured, and non-
threatening environment. rules ensure the students’ engagement and focus on their classroom activities.
Classroom Rules Importance
1. E.g., Read direction well. Ensure less error in answering the activity.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
ANALYZE
1. Analyze each given rule. What circumstance led to the formulation of the rule?
These rules were created beacause of many problmes that has encountered before and it has led
to formulation of the rules to avoid it repeatedly. Also in order to have progress in school and to have
control over students there must be a rule to be follow.
2. Are classroom rules really important?
Yes. Classroom rules are absolutely important for a positive and productive learning
environment. They serve as the foundation for a well-structured classroom, providing a framework for
student behavior and creating safe and respectful space for learning. Here’s why the classroom rules are
so important. Classroom rules clearly defined what is expected of students in terms of behavior,
participation, and interaction and making it easier for students to understand what is acceptable and
what is not. Rules ensure consistency in how students are treated and how their behavior is addressed.
This will have a sense of fairness and equity, having a positive classroom culture where everyone feels
respected and valued. Rules establish boundaries that protect students from harm or disruption,
allowing for the greater focus on learning. Rules encourage the students to develop self-discipline and
responsibility. By understanding and following the rules, students learn to make choices that contribute
to a positive learning environment.________________
REFLECT
Reflect on the various classroom rules set by the Resource Teacher. Will you have the same rules? If not,
what rules are you going to employ? Explain your answer.
___________________________________
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PART II Check these aspects were observed in the classroom
PART II
PERSONAL CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT YES NO
1. Is the teacher well-groomed that he/she demands respect from the
learners?
2. Is the teacher’s voice modulated during in his/her teaching
3. Was the teacher always present in the class
4. Does the teacher exude a positive attitude towards teaching?
5. Does the teacher implement the positive discipline?
6. Does the teacher address timely feedback?
7. Does the teacher shows students-centered?
8. Did the teacher arrive on class?
ANALYZE
Take a picture on the house rules of the
classroom.
REFLECT
Reflect on the various classroom rules set by the Resource Teacher. Will you have the same
rules? If not, what rules are you going to employ? Explain your answer.
SHOW Your Learning Artifacts
Take some snapshots of the classroom routines employed by the Resource Teacher which are
worth emulating. Tell something about the pictures.
How can teachers effectively balance maintaining
classroom discipline with fostering a positive and inclusive
learning environment, particularly when working with
culturally diverse students?
Answer the following questions:
1. How does the punctuality of the teacher affects classroom discipline?
A teacher punctuality is important in maintaining classroom discipline. It is not set of
positive example for students but also contributes_to a more orderly, respectful, and productive learning
environment. Consistency in arriving on time demonstrates a commitment to the classroom and have a positive
relationship with students, making it easier to establish and maintain a well-disciplined classroom._
EVALUATE Performance Task
Evaluate Your Work Task Field Study 1, Episode 6 – Classroom Management and Classroom
Routines
Learning Outcome: Identify the classroom routines se by the teacher; and observe how the students
execute the various classroom routines.
Name of FS Student Date Submitted:
Year & Section: Course:
Learning Excellent Very Satisfactory Satisfactory Needs
Episode 4 3 2 Improvement
1
Accomplished All observation One (1) to two (2) Three (3) Four (4) more
Observation questions/ observation observation observation
Sheet tasks completely questions/tasks questions/tasks questions/ tasks
answered/ not answered/ not answered/ not answered/
accomplished. accomplished. accomplished. accomplished.
Analysis All questions were All questions were Questions were Four (4) more
answered answered not answered observation
completely; completely; completely; questions were
answers are depth answers are answers are not not answered;
and are thoroughly clearly connected clearly answers are not
grounded on to theories; connected to connected to
theories; grammar grammar and theories; one (1) theories; more
and spelling are spelling are free to three (3) than four (4)
free from error. from errors. grammatical/ grammatical/spell
spelling errors. ing errors.
Reflection Profound and clear; Clear but lacks Not so clear and Unclear and
supported by what depth; supported shallow; shallow; rarely
were observed and by what were somewhat supported by
analyzed observe and supported by what were
analyzed what were observed and
observed and analyzed
analyzed
Learning Portfolio is Portfolio is Portfolio is not Portfolio is not
Artifacts reflected on in the reflected on in the reflected on in reflected on in the
context of the context of the the context of context of the
learning outcomes; learning the learning learning
Complete, well- outcomes. outcomes. outcomes; not
organized, highly Complete; well Complete; not complete; not
relevant to the organized, very organized, organized, not
learning outcome relevant to the relevant to the relevant
learning outcome learning
outcome
Submission Submitted before Submitted on the Submitted a day Submitted two (2)
the deadline deadline after the days or more after
deadline the deadline
COMMENT/S Rating:
Over-all score (Based on
Transmutation)
TRANSMUTATION OF SCORE TO GRADE/RATING
Score 20 19-18 17 16 15 14 13-12 11 10 9-8 7-Below
Grade 1.0 1.25 1.5 1.75 2.00 2.25 2.50 2.75 3.00 3.5 5.00
99 96 93 90 87 84 81 78 75 72 71-Below
Signature of FS Teacher above Printed Name Date
Reflection: You can make your
own boarder or any design