FIELD STUDY 1 LEARNING EPISODE

The School Environment

FS 1 1
Spark Your Interest
This Episode 1 provides an opportunity for students to examine and reflect on a school
environment that promotes leaning and development.

TARGET Your Intended Learning Outcome

At the end of this Episode, I must be able to determine the characteristics of a school
environment that is safe, secure, and is supportive of learning (PPST 2.1.1).

REVISIT the Learning Essentials

1. A physical environment conducive for learning is one that has consistent practices
that:
 keep the school safe, clean, orderly and free from distraction;
 maintain facilities that provide challenging activities; and
 address the physical, social and psychological needs of the students.

2. Display boards can be powerful in communicating information about the learning

environment. They help in building and establishing the school culture. These boards
become one way for everyone to learn about the vision-mission, goals, and values
that the school upholds.

3. As a basic part of the school's visual environment, display boards have four general
purposes:
 Decorative- They offer visual stimulation and appeal to aesthetics. They
set the social and psychological atmosphere of the school.
 Motivational- They encourage students to perform better and have greater
confidence. An example would be the display of students' outputs that
show that each output is recognized and valued. The bulletin boards help
celebrate the learners' growth and progress.
 Informational- They are used as a strategy to readily disseminate
information.
 Instructional- They move students to respond and participate through
interactive displays. They get students to think about and communicate
their learning
 4. The set of criteria for evaluating bulletin board displays includes effective
communication, attractiveness, balance, unity, interactivity, legibility, correctness and
durability.

OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 1.1 Exploring the School Campus

Resource Teacher: _________________ Teacher’s Signature: ____________ School: _________

Grade/Year Level: _________________ Subject Area: __________________ Date: ___________

To realize the Intended Inurning Outcome, work my way through these steps:
1. Visit a school. Look into facilities and support learning areas in the campus, then in the
classroom.
2. Observe and use the checklist as you move around the school premises.
3. Analyze your gathered data about the school environment.
5. Reflect on the characteristics of a school environment that promotes learning.
6. Present your idea of a good school environment through any of these:

a) Descriptive paragraph b) Photo essay

c) Sketch or drawing d) Poem, song or rap

OBSERVE

As you move round the campus, observations forms are provided for you to document
your observations. It is advised that you read the entire worksheet before proceeding to the
school site. A good understanding of the activities and tasks to be accomplished in the
activity sheets will yield better learning results.
SCHOOL FACILITIES OBSERVATION CHECKLIST

Familiarize yourself with the different areas and facilities of the school. Check the column to
indicate their availability. Give a brief description of those that are available, and say how
each will contribute to the students' learning and development.

Will it contribute to the students'

Facilities / Description
The Principal's Office is
spacious, clean, and free of
Office of the Principal / smog. The documents appeared
to be in good order and stored in
proper places.
learning and development? Why?
A clean Principal's Office can
encourage students to keep their
classrooms clean as well, and if their
classrooms are clean, pupils can study
more effectively.
 Will it contribute to the students'
Facilities / Description
learning and development? Why?

Library

Counseling Room

Canteen/Cafeteria

Medical Clinic

Audio
Visual/Learning
Resource Center

Science and
Laboratory

Gymnasium

Auditorium

Outdoor/Garden
 Will it contribute to the students'
Facilities / Description
learning and development? Why?

Home Economics
Room

Industrial Workshop
Area

PTA Office

Comfort Room for

Boys

Comport Room for

Girls

Others
(Please specify.)
 An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

Read the following statements carefully. Then write your observation report on the space
provided.

Guide Question Classroom Observation Report

1. Describe the community or neighborhood The school of San Vicente Elementary School
where the school is found is located at Brgy. San Vicente, Matag-ob,
Leyte. School’s location satisfies a number of
requirements, including having access to
well-maintained roads, being in a fortified
zone, being close to houses but away from the
hustle and bustle, and being sheltered.
2. Describe the school campus. What colors The school campus is wide and colorful,
do you see? What is the condition of the capturing the attention of the students. It
buildings? includes a lovely grassy area where students
can play during their free time and
participate in outdoor activities. Buildings
are in good condition, and new buildings are
being constructed to meet the needs of the
school population in the next years.
3. Pass by the offices. What impression do The principal's office is located near the
you have of these offices? school's main gate entrance. The principal's
office is clean, with everything from desks to
bulletin boards to bookcases to the
principal's table nice and tidy. Although the
classrooms are adequately ventilated, I
believe that some of them may require
restorations because some of the wall paints
are peeling and the comfort room's roof and
damaged door needs repair.
4. Walk through the school halls, the library, The school also provides a shed where
the cafeteria. Look around and find out the students may study, have lunch, or work on
other facilities that the school has. projects during their free time.
Resource Teacher: _________________ Teacher’s Signature: ____________ School: _________
Grade/Year Level: _________________ Subject Area: __________________ Date: ___________

1. Look at the walls of the classroom. What are posted on the "l entered the classroom with the
walls? What heroes, religious figures, lessons, visual aids, conviction that it was crucial for
announcements, do you see posted? me and every other student to be
2. Examine how the pieces of furniture are arranged. Where an active participant, not a passive
is the teacher's table located? How are the tables and consumer….. Learning is a place
chairs/ desks arranged? where paradise can be created."
3. What learning materials/equipment are present? -Bell Hooks, Teaching to
4. Observe the students. How many are occupying one Transgress, NY:Routledge, 1994.
room? Is the room well-lit and well-ventilated?

An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

Be guided by these tasks as you do your observation. Then accomplish the matrix to
record your

CLASSROOM FACILITIES MATRIX

Description
Classroom Facilities
(location, number, arrangement, condition)

I. Wall Displays Many visual aids were posted on the walls

2. Teacher's Table Located at the right side in back of the class

3. Learner's Desks Arranged in two groups. There are 3 rows in every group

4. Blackboard Located in front

5. Learning Materials /
Located on the left side of the classroom
Visual Aids

6. Comfort Room Located at the right side in back of the class

7. Shelves Located on the left side of the classroom

 8. Lights Fluorescent lights were not busted

9. Ventilation Wall fan is present

10. Side Tables Well arranged on the right side of the school

11. Sala Set Located at the back of the class

Write your observation report here.

Name of the School Observed: San Vicente Elementary School The breaking down
ANALYZE
Location of the School: Brgy. San Vicente, Matag-ob, Leyte of informational
Date to Visit: September 2, 2021 materials into their
How do the school campus and the classroom in particular impact the component parts,
examining (and trying
learning of the students going to school? What are your conclusion?
Ms.Ligaya D. Romano’s Grade 5 classroom contains a lot of visual aids on
to understand the
the walls, such as letters of the alphabet, portrait of heroes and president, tourist organizational
The learning ability of children will be significantly affected by a well-
sites, and so on. The desks were arranged in two groups, and every group has 3structure rows. of) such
coordinated classroom layout with all of the necessary facilities and other information to
The teacher's table is located at the rear of the room on the right side. On the
resources to facilitate learning circumstances. It will enhance or increase the develop divergent
classroom sides, there are bookshelves and other learning resources. The front
children's enthusiasm in learning and make going to school much more conclusions by
chalkboard is low and within reach of Grade 5 students. Textbooks, reference identifying books, motives
comfortable for them. It will provide the drive they require to become more
and other books to read were on hand, as well as charts created by the teacher or causes, making
proficient in their
herself. The future studies,
ventilation andand teachers
lighting willclassroom
in the play a critical roleininexcellent
are both ensuring condition,
inferences, and/ or
that this occursGrade
allowing for all 5students.
students to learn in a healthy environment. finding evidence to
support
How does this relate to your knowledge of child and adolescent development/ generalization. It
How does this relate to your knowledge of facilitating learning? involves:

 Seeing
It connects to my understanding of child and adolescent development, patterns
which has made me aware of the individuality and differences of each learner,  Organization
which we must consider as future teachers. It's important for me to remember of parts
that children learn at different rates. In order to facilitate learning, I must first  Recognition
of hidden
understand each child's behavior and personality before deciding which methods
meanings
would best fit them and implementing them.  Identificatio
n of
components
REFLECT  Question
Cues:
analyze,
separate,
order,
explain,
connect,
classify,
arrange,
1. Would you like to teach in the school environment you just observed?
Why? Why not?

Yes, because it would be close to home. And I believe the school has a positive attitude
toward its learners.

2. What kind of school campus is conducive to learning?

A school with minimal pollution and clean campus premises is considered to be

extremely conducive to learning.

3. What kind of classroom is conducive to learning?

The classroom should always be clean, ventilated, and well-lit, as well as big enough
even for activities to allow students to move around freely. A conducive learning
environment fosters learning, allows for growth, recognizes accomplishments as a job
well done, and allows for emotional and intellectual engagement. Peers in their age
groups communicate with one another, and criticism and new ideas are welcomed. An
atmosphere in which a new lesson is learnt, comprehended, and accepted as having a
beneficial influence on their future life.

4. In the future, how can you accomplish your answer in number 3?

I need to be extremely careful while arranging items and classroom materials,

and I need to be prepared for every circumstance in the classroom. I must keep in mind
that students' attention spans are limited, and I must be aware of how to deal with
various types of behavior. With the support of everyone in the class, I am capable of
achieving anything. Willpower and determination alone will not be adequate until the
educational system, teachers and staff, parents, and pupils themselves provide
assistance. I'm just hoping for the best since I know I'll be heading in that route.
However, I'm praying for the best. The mind of a child is complicated. As a teacher, I
believe that every child deserves a bright future. It is our responsibility to help them
excel us, to lead them every step of the way so that they may improve, and that their
progress will be reflected in the growth of society.

5. Write your additional learning and insight here.

It's critical to realize and accept that no class has everyone learning at the same
pace or at the same level. Each child is entirely unique, and their multiple intelligences
vary considerably and tend to behave on their own.

OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 1.2 Observing bulletin board display

Resource Teacher: _________________ Teacher’s Signature: ____________ School: _________

Grade/Year Level: _________________ Subject Area: __________________ Date: ___________

The display board, or what we more commonly refer to as bulletin board, is one of the
most readily available and versatile learning resources.
To achieve the Intended Learning Outcomes, work your way through these steps:
1. Examine for bulletin board display. Include samples of those found at the entrance,
lobby, hallways, and classrooms.
2. Pick one and evaluate the display.
3. Propose enhancement to make the display more effective.

OBSERVE

As you look around and examine board displays, use the observation guide and
forms provided for you to document your observations.

An Observation Guide for BOARD DISPLAYS

Read the following carefully before you observe.
1. Go around the school and examine the board displays. How many board displays do you see?

2. Where are the display boards found? Are they in places where target viewers can see them?

3. What are the displays about? What key messages do they convey? What images and colors
do you see? How are the pieces of information and images arranged?

4. What materials were used in making the displays? Are borders used?

5. Do you notice some errors? (misspelled words, grammar inconsistencies and the like)

6. Are the messages clear and easily understood?

7. Think about what got your attention. Why did it get your attention?

8. Take a photos of the display boards (if allowed).

Based on the questions on the observation guide, write your observation report:

Observation REPORT
(You may paste pictures of the Board displays here.)
San Vicente Elementary School was in Matag-ob, Leyte's Brgy. San Vicente. Outside
their rooms, there is only one display board, which is located near to the hand washing
facility at the entrance gate. However, inside their classrooms, there are numerous board
displays with charts containing subject content posted on the board display, particularly at
the back wall where they can be easily seen upon entering the classroom, as well as bulletin
boards in the Principal's office that display pictures and names of the teachers. The
organizational structure of the school is also accessible. Cellophane was used to cover and
protect the board display. In terms of information and accuracy, the borders and backdrop
color utilized in the display board were OK, but I think it lacked appeal because the colors
were not consistent.
 From among the board displays that you saw, pick the one that you got most interested in.
Evaluate it using the evaluation form below.

BOARD DISPLAYS EVALUATION FORM1

Topic of the Board Display: Conceptual Bulletin Boards
Location of the Board Display in School: Classroom back wall

Check the column that indicates your rating. Write comments to back up your ratings.

4-0utstanding 3-Very Satisfactory 2-Satisfactory 1-Needs Improvement

NI S VS O
Criteria Comments
1 2 3 4
Effective
Communication Big charts containing subject content were
It conveys the message /
posted on the display board.
quickly and clearly.
The borders and backdrop color utilized in
Attractiveness
the display board were OK, but I think it
Colors and arrangement /
catch and hold interest. lacked appeal because the colors were not
consistent.
Balance
Objects are arranged,-so
stability is perceived. / Objects were properly arranged.

Unity
Repeated shapes or
colors or use of borders / Uniformity of color were present
hold display together.
 Interactivity
The style and approach Learners are motivated to participate and
/
entice learners to be engage because of the style and approach.
involved and engaged.
Legibility Because of the large font size and the fact
Letters and illustrations
can be seen from a good
/ that it was printed, letters and pictures may
distance. be seen from a long distance.
Correctness
It is free from grammar It's devoid of grammatical mistakes,
errors, misspelled words, /
misspelled words, and confusion.
ambiguity.

Durability
It is well-constructed, Cellophane were used to cover and protect
items are securely /
the chart posted on the display board.
attached.

Bulletin Board Evaluated by:

Location: Brgy. San Vicente Elementary School

San Vicente, Matag-ob, Leyte

Brief Description of the Bulletin Board.

EVALUATION

Strengths Weaknesses

Colors being used in

Description of the Bulletin
It is neat and organized borders and backdrop is
Board layout
not that attractive.

The display board shows

Evaluation of educational a lot of educational
content. and other aspects information

Recommendations or suggestions for improvement:

Use different or attractive colors like purple, green or pink.

Signature of Evaluator over Printed Name:

Based on your suggestions, make your board display lay-out. You may present your output
through any of these:
  A hand-made drawing or layout
 An electronic (computer) drawing/illustration or layout
 A collage

My Board Display Lay-out

ANALYZE

What do you think was the purpose of the display?

A display board is an essential component of any institute, school, or classroom. The display
board was read by students, teachers, parents, and visitors to the institute. The information on the
bulletin board offers the initial impression of the school. The aim of the display board in such situation, in
my opinion, is to grab the viewer's attention and explain what was done and what was learnt.

Did the board display design reflect the like/interests of its target audience? Why? Why not?

Yes, the board display design reflects to the likes and interests of its target audience.

Was the language used clear and simple for the target audience to understand? Why? Why not?

Yes! The wording chosen was clear, uncomplicated, and appropriate for the intended audience.

Was the board display effective? Why? Why not?

Yes! Although the color that were used was not that attractive, but still correctness and
appropriateness did no fail to convey message to the target audience.

What suggestion can you make?

Although the colors chosen weren't quite as attractive, their accuracy and appropriateness
ensured that the message was conveyed to the intended audience.
 Based on your suggestions, propose an enhanced version of the display board. Use the form
below.

My Proposed Board Display

Theme: Nature

Board Title: Save Mother Earth

Rationale: The readers/ viewers will be motivated to do good things and to save and protect nature.
(Purpose)

Objectives:
The readers/viewer will be able to:
a. See the effects of their wrong doing.
b. Pattern their activities to the goodness portrayed on the display board; and
c. Value Mother Earth as their precious home.
Best features of my proposed bulletin enhancement:
Two sides of earth, the undestroyed and the damaged one.

Content Resources (Name each needed resource and give each a brief description):
 Motivational quotes regarding nature-these picture out the real concept about nature
 Facts about nature-includes the before and after of our mother earth
 Mother earth image-consists of two sides: destroyed and the better side of the earth
Materials for aesthetic enhancement:

 Cartolina
 Printed pictures
 Colored materials
 Recycled/reuse materials
  Plastic cover

REFLECT

1. Name at least five skills that a teacher should have to be able to come up with effective board
displays. Elaborate on why each skill is need.

a. Innovative: I feel that even though the theme for bulletin board display is old, the instructor
should attempt new things. The instructor should be able to come up with something fresh, new,
unusual, and intriguing to keep the kids' attention.

b. Resourceful: Not all schools supply everything needed for bulletin board setup. As a result,
despite a shortage of resources, a teacher should be able to handle effectively.

c. Creativity: There are several tools accessible on the Internet to help teachers improve their
creativity. The bulletin board may readily catch the attention and eyes of the pupils by being
creative. Which of the skills you named in # 1 do you already have? Recall your past experiences
in making board displays. How do you practice these skills?

d. Tech-Equipped: It's essential to stay current with the materials accessible on the Internet.
Fellow instructors share a lot of valuable information on the internet. The trick is to choose
materials that are relevant for your intended audience.

e. Organization: The bulletin board's content and layout should be carefully considered. It's
important to find a balance between photos and text.

2. Which skills do you still need to develop? What concrete steps will you take on how you can
improve on or acquire these skills?

Among the traits I've listed above, I consider myself to be organized, resourceful, and
tech-savvy. If I don’t have a lot of materials and resources to work with,   I make it a point to
make the best of what I have. I n terms of technology, I'm learning how to assess if the
accessible internet materials are beneficial and acceptable for the pupils to ensure that what I
display in the bulletin board is also discussed in the classroom.

SHOW Your Learning Artifacts

My Personal Illustration of an Effective

School Environment

Let Your Creativity
Shine!
On the Opposite box,
Since the school is a place of learning, it should be child-friendly
and it should have high safety requirements to prevent accidents both
within the classroom and on the campus. As an outcome, learners will
be able to study and improve. Enough time to develop their social,
emotional, psychological, and intellectual abilities as citizens in order to