The National Teachers College

629 Nepomuceno St, Quiapo, Manila, 1001 Metro Manila

School of Teacher Education

UNDERSTANDING THE SELF

Name: dela Cruz, Bryan D. Professor: Mr. Hermogenes Selda

Year/Course: 3.3BSEDENG Correspondence Learning

Task 1: The Big Five Personality Traits

Result: O = 18, C = 15, E = 27, A = 23, N = 18

I took the "Big Five Personality Test" on the internet. Overall, I think the results
were not too bad. However, some of the categories I scored a lot different than
I thought I would. Otherwise, I think this a really interesting personality test to
take.

In the category of openness to experience, I scored low and it said that I

was close-minded and not open to new experiences. I think that I'm pretty open
to try anything new and thus this isn't right. However, it also says that low scorers
are down to earth, which I am.

The next category was conscientiousness, I scored in the lower numbers

again and thus it said that I was disorganized. I am somewhat disorganized but I
don't tend to do things haphazardly like it says. I am usually very reliable and
careful like the high scorers in this category.

In the category extraversion, I scored in the higher numbers and

therefore it said that I am outgoing and social. That statement is very true, I am
always going out with friends and talking to people. My score in this category
was right on.

In the category agreeableness, I scored exactly in the middle and

therefore I don't know exactly what that means. It says that I'm not forgivable or
irritable. I don't really know what that means either so I guess it could be right.

The final category is neuroticism I scored really low. The study says a low
score means that I should be relaxed and calm, which is exactly how I am. So
two out of the five categories were correct for my personality.
Task 2: Who am I as a Filipino Student

Being a Filipino student means belonging to a family of togetherness and

helping one another. It can be seen wherever there are Filipinos present. Even in
school, our classmates, whether we are linked by blood or not, we are always
there for one another. We always have each other's backs. We supported one
another even when one of us messed up a game in school events or forgot a
dance move. We all just told each other that it was okay or to shake it off. We
even did this to people we didn't even really know like students in other sections.

During this time of struggles, I tend to seek for my friends’ help for my
school works and of course, I also share to them the thoughts that I already
have for me to be able to get help again the next time that I’ll be needing it. I
also seek help to my professors when there are some lessons that I don’t
understand especially at this time that I am taking the modular mode of
learning, I only reads the activity and some resources for me to be able to
understand the lessons that was given to me, although that it is sometimes hard
for me to find time studying because I am a working student. I am making sure
that I will not be left unknown with the materials given to me.

At this time of struggle, we need to seek for help and also help other
students that we know. It is very interesting to note that if we are able to help
others, we are also be able to seek for help to them also.
Final Task: Tips on how to become a better Student during this Pandemic

It’s no secret that our education system has been faced with disruption
and unprecedented challenges in providing instruction to students during this
global pandemic. Many schools have been forced to temporarily move their
instruction online due to social distancing. Still, unlike times of the past, we can
continue providing education even when our school buildings close.

At NTC, the health and safety of students remained at the forefront of

their minds during this pandemic. In March, they were able to quickly adapt to
this distance learning by moving our site-based teaching to a new, point-to-
point delivery of education directly to their students’ homes. Because of this shift,
technology and Modular-based resources were also provided to students who
did not previously have access to secure broadband connections in their
homes.

While NTC has made the conscious decision to continue remote course
offerings, we still face some uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and the future of
our education systems. One of the most important things to remember during
this time is that you can always be in control of your learning. Whether you are in
elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, your educational
success will be your number one priority. Here are some tips that you can use to
thrive in remote or online learning environments.

Be prepared. Read your assignments before class, complete your

homework, and be ready to respond to your instructors. With the limitation of in-
person interaction, it’s sometimes easy to disengage during these difficult times.
Now, more than ever, students need to stay engaged in their classes. You are
responsible for your knowledge.

Practice patience. Be patient with yourself; be patient with others. While

we encourage you to remain positive and hopeful, we acknowledge that this is
a significant disruption to many and being able to adapt may be difficult. Be
patient and know that what you are experiencing is valid and that others may
be experiencing it differently. We are all doing the best we can.

Stay connected. Social distancing can feel very isolating. It doesn’t mean
you are alone. Identifying other means of interpersonal communications and
social connections can be a great way to stay connected with friends. Make a
conscious effort to talk on the phone, video call, or get creative in how you
adapt social activities into a digital form.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. It is okay if you find yourself struggling to
adjust to our “new norm.” In-person academic and emotional support may not
be available, but many schools have set up new pathways and resources for
students to get the help they need. Make use of the resources available to you.
Your instructors or advisors can help you identify the resources that may be best
for you.

Be self-disciplined. We are finding for many people that the space they
learn in is the space they work in and live in. Having a structure and practicing
self-discipline can help you set boundaries and begin to maintain a new routine.

With the pandemic as well the vast social and racial unrest in the country,
we know these are challenging times for all students, teachers, parents, and
communities. We will come out of this better and stronger than ever if we can all
stick together.