Republic of the Philippines

University of Southeastern Philippines

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

FS COURSE DESCRIPTION

Field Study 1 will introduce student observers to the learner’s behavior in the different
phases of development, school environment and the school community. It offers them
opportunities and prospects for career development as they observe the school structure,
the classrooms, the school facilities, the teachers, the parents, and the students. This
observation course provides them avenues to enhance their communication skills as they
exchange ideas with their buddy, with the cooperating teachers, with pupils, and with
parents. This observation includes the way teachers interact with each other, with
students, with parents and other stakeholders.

Objectives

At the end of the course, Field Study 1, the student observers will be able to:

1. Conduct a mini case study of one learner;

2. Familiarize with the structure of the cooperating school as spelled out in the
organizational chart;

3. Adapt with the different facilities and amenities found in the cooperating schools that
promote child friendly school system.

4. Abide by the policies, guidelines, rules and regulations set by the school.

Expected Outcomes/ Course Requirements

Each student will:

1. Produce a case study report on the learner.

2. Produce a chart of the school organization and identify personnel/ key positions of the
structural set-up of the cooperating school.

3. Identify facilities of school and describe their status and conditions.

4. List and explain the policies, rules and regulations set by the school.

Field Study I
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