Name of FS Student: JOSIRENE O.

LARIOSA
Course: BEED   Year: III
Resource Teacher: MRS.JENALYN T. ELLAZO  School: MSES
Date of submission: _____________________________

At the end of this learning Episode, I must be able to:

1. Write an initial Action Research Plan. 

1. Developing an initial Research Action Plan.

Task 1.: Notice

           a. Follow instructions given in page 178. 
      Making a capsule Action Research Plan will prepare you to undertake an actual Action Research. You
will also be able to assist your mentor to do similar research together.
     In the past episodes focusing on the key aspects of teaching and learning, you have answered the
Action Research Writings prompts. Go back to these, and choose which episode topic you would like to
work on as you write an action research plan.
    Here are the episodes and the pages where you can find them. Review each Action Research Writing
Prompt and choose one to work on to elaborate in this episode.

Episode Title Action Research

Writing
Prompts page

1 The Teacher We Remember 7

2 Embedding Action Research  for Reflective Teaching 15

3 Understanding AR Concepts, Processes and Models 26

4 Matching Problematic Learning Situation with Probable Action 34

5 Preparing the Learning Environment: An Overview 40

6 Enhancing a Face-to-Face Learning Environment 46

7 Making On-Line or Virtual Learning Environment Safe and 55

 Conducive

8 Establishing My Own Classroom Routines and Procedures in a Face- 62

to-Face/Remote Learning

9 Creating My Classroom / Remote Learning Management Plan 71

10 Writing My Learning / Lesson Plans 82

11 Delivering My Lessons 94

12 Selecting Non-Digital or Conventional Resources and Instructional 107

Materials

13 Utilizing Applications (Apps) for Teaching and Learning 118

14 Utilizing Learning Management Systems 129

15 Utilizing Web-Conferencing Apps for Synchronous E-Learning 140

16 Assessing FOR, AS and OF Learning 149

17 Using Traditional and Authentic Types of Assessment for Formative 161

and Summative

18 Grading and Reporting 171

19 Writing an Initial Action Research Plan

Task 3, Analyze
           b. Answer questions at page 179-185.
Topic you chose: (From the past episodes) Difficulties in Remote Learning: The effects of internet
connection and distraction as a common problem in online class
Episode number and Title: EPISODE 15 (Utilizing Web-Conferencing Apps for
Synchronous E- Learning)

Writing Action Research Prompt page: 174

Model A:

                                        Activity 1: Developing an Initial Research Action Plan

A. Observe/Notice
What problem/concern have I noticed that affect teaching-learning?
Example response. The problem I have is that there is a lot of competition in the
classroom. The slow learners are left behind.
  Write your own observed/noticed classroom problem here:
The problem in online education is they faces a number of obstacles, including
poor network, lack of power supply, lack of direct teaching and learning and
low of computer compliance and reading levels. Many students lack of robust
internet connection required for online classes, and as a result, they fall behind
their classmates: their weak displays make following the Course Management
System difficult and their learning experience worsens. Online courses take a
lot of time and work to complete because the challenges of using a technical
medium appear overwhelming, many students fall behind and consider
abandoning up.
B. Reflect
Think deeply of the problem and your observation. Why is this happening? Can the
slow learners be helped? How will it be done?
Example response: I think most of the activities are very competitive. There are always
winners and losers. The smart students overrule the poor students thus often they
continue to be losers. With this situation, I believe that I should modify my classroom
strategy.
 Write your reflective response to the problem you stated:
While E-Learning is advantageous, it does pose some concerns to learners at
this time. Although practice is challenging, students must grasp why it is
necessary in order to reap the benefits of e-learning in the future. They will
gain confidence through the attitude adjustment and technological literacy,
which will help them excel in their courses with a positive attitude. If they
possessed a basic understanding of computer hardware, they would be able to
participate in online classes without any delays or obstacles. Understanding
and sharing the benefits of e-learning with peers may help students change
their minds and better prepare for online classes.
C. Plan for Action
Key questions:
 What will I do as a teacher to solve the problem?
As a teacher, we should avoid anything that can interfere with your ability to
study. You should enjoy yourself and communicate with others using a variety
of platforms. While it is difficult to practice, students must know that it is
necessary if they are to reap the benefits of e-learning in the future.
 How will I describe my intervention, innovation, or actions to the identified
problem?
The most essential factor in motivating students is their perception of the
courses relevance. Make sure students understand the session’s goals and
organization, as well as your expectations for them. Maintaining student
interest and passion is essential.
 How long will it take to introduce the intervention?
Although the quantity of instructional intervention a student requires to
progress varies, research recommends the following ranges for elementary
students: It can take several weeks to plan an effective Intervention duration: at
least 8-16 weeks.
 With whom shall I work?
We will collaborate with Principal of Mangagoy South Elementary School to
ask permission to conduct our research action at their school and of course we
will collaborate with our Resource Teacher and to the Grade IV-Masipag
students of the said school, to gather their ideas, information, and experiences
 during their online class. They will assist us in resolving issue that they face in
their online class.
 What materials do I need?
We will need laptop, internet and social media platform to gather information
and get their opinion and experiences during their online class.
 Are methods, participants, data collection, and time table considered in my
Plan for Action?

Example response: My plan is to introduce cooperative learning in the

classroom. I create a mixed ability grouping with fast, average and slow
learners in their activities. I will rotate the leadership in the group, so that each
one will have a chance. The bright will assist or help the slow ones. I will try
this out for eight weeks. I think I can work alone with my students. I need only
tables and chairs or if not available, arm chairs arranged in circles will be an
alternative.
 Write your own Plan of Action Research based on the key questions.
You give more details.
Our objective is to bring a solution to an online class that will have an
impact on students’ learning. It will utilize a positive mindset to assist
them in overcoming the challenges of e-learning. Perhaps the most
essential factor in motivating students is their perception of the
course’s relevance. Planning effective intervention duration can take
many weeks at least 8-16 weeks. During their online lesson, we will
collaborate with our resource teacher and Grade IV students at
Mangagoy South Elementary School to collect their thoughts,
knowledge and experiences. During their online lesson, we will need a
laptop, internet and social networking platform to acquire material and
get their opinions and experiences. The methodologies’, participants’
data collection and timetable for gathering data information were all
considered in our action plan.

D. References
Include at least 3 reading materials about the intervention that I will use.
Example response
   List of Readings for Cooperative Learning
1. C. Brame & Biel, R. (2005) Group work: Using cooperative learning groups
effectively. http://cft.vanderbilt.rdu/guides-sub-pages
2. G. Palmer. (2007) Cooperative learning-Instructional Methods, Strategies, and
Technologies. Granite pressbooks. pb.Chap.7
3. D.Johnson & R.Johnson (2017) Cooperative Learning. University of
Minnesota, USA
 Enter your own reading list
1. Alvarez, A. V. (2020). The phenomenon of learning at a distance
through emergency remote teaching amidst the pandemic crisis.
2. Burgess, S. & Sievertsen, H. H. (2020, April 01). Schools, skills and
learning: The impact of COVID-19 on education.
3. Rotas, E. E., & Cahapay, M. B. (2020). Difficulties in Remote
Learning.
 E. Act ( Implementation of the Action Research Plan)

Note: The implementation of the Plan will follow when time allows. A more detailed
Research Action Plan will be required. The McNiff and Whitehead (2014) of DepEd
(2016) models may be used depending on the advice of your mentor.

Model B: DepEd Template

                                                    Action Research Proposal

Name: Josirene O. Lariosa

Proposed Title: Difficulties in Remote Learning: the effects of internet connection and distraction as a
common problem in online class

I. Context and Rationale Study Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered our educational landscape, compelling
institutions to switch to online classes in place of traditional face-to-face classes.
The COVID-19 problem in the Philippines has impacted around 27 million
students, 1 million instructors and non-teaching staff, as well as learners’ families
(Obana, J. 2020). Transitioning to distant learning is the most viable option so far
as the world continues to cope with the effects of this infectious and deadly
disease, which has destabilized economies and claimed many lives (Alipio, 2020;
Baticulon, Alberto, Baron, Mabulay, Rizada, Sy, Tiu, Clarison & Reyes, 2020).
Not only in the Philippines, but around the world, the current situation provides
significant problems to educational institution. Students have little choice but to
attend online lessons due to the limitations and community quarantine enforced on
many regions, particularly in the country. The Department of Studies (DepEd) and
other institutions have introduced online distance learning to allow students to
continue their education learning. The instructor serves as a facilitator in online
distance learning, enlisting learners’ active participation through the use of various
technologies accessed via the internet while they are geographically separated
during instruction (Llego, 2020). Before the implementation, DepEd received
barrage of criticism, with some questioning if DepEd and other educational
institutions are truly prepared for the current scenario. Despite the complaints,
these institutions were optimistic that Online Distance Learning will be successful
in the Philippines. The use of internet is quickly rising, Particularly for learning in
the fields of education and informatics. Some schools are permitted to begin
classes before the commencement of public-school classes on October 5, 2020, as
long as they employ solely distance learning modalities. However, research suggest
that e-learning poses a number of difficulties for both students and teachers
(Anderson, 2008; Islam, Beer & Slack, 2015;Gilbert, 2015; Arinto, 2016; Gillet-
Swan, 2017; Dubey & Piroska, 2019; Baticulon et al.,2020). Students in distance
education have a lot more freedom in terms of how and when they interact, but
Sun and Rueda (2012) suggest that their ability to govern their learning becomes
crucial. Due to the lack of interaction in online classes, students are more likely to
 be distracted by smartphones, pets, deliveries and other things other than the
continuing online lesson, according to Amadora (2020). Because there is no face-
to-face interaction, it is assumed that pupils will be disinterested in the online class.
Despite the fact that much study had been done on online distance learning before
to the epidemic, its usage in primary schools has yet to be thoroughly investigated
due to the scarcity of resources. In addition, there is a paucity of local literature on
the topic of student concentration in online classes.

II. Action Research Question  AR Questions

Researchers should keep some research questions in mind when conducting study on a subject
and reaching a goal. We have the following study questions and sub-questions based on the
statement problem of internet usage and distraction during online class for learning.

Main question:
What are the challenges faced by students in online distance learning?

Sub-questions:
What are the effects of internet connection to students learning?
What is the distraction that learners may encounter during online class?
What are the things that teacher should consider in online class?
What are the effects of online class in students learning?
How internet connection problem and distraction can be solved?

III. Proposed Innovation, Intervention Strategy Describe Innovation/Intervention/Strategy

The purpose of this research is to give an overview of the many problems that Grade IV
students confront on their online distance learning. During the pandemic, students are using
online distance learning to continue their education. This research aims to provide teachers,
parents, educators and other stakeholders with information about the usage of online distance
learning. This would assist them in making the required adjustments and actions to improve the
learning modality’s implementation. Also, the Department of Education and other educational
institutions may find this study valuable in considering and reviewing the right curriculum to
employ in this type of learning modality in order to achieve a more worthwhile teaching
learning experience. We investigate, identify and analyze how internet might be used to
increase students’ learning and establish a new open learning environment. Faculty and
administrators must consider several variables while developing and delivering distance
education courses, curricula and programs including how to overcome impediments to effective
and efficient implementation of distance education courses, curricula and programs. Moore
(2001) stated that in order to deliver online courses successfully, faculty must: allow student-
to-student interaction with minimal faculty intervention; engage students in regular
assignments in order to monitor progress and intervene as needed; and provide specialized
attention to students with low academic achievement.

IV. Action Research Methods (Describe Action Research Methods)

a. Participants/Other sources of Data
The researcher chose to survey a group of Grade IV students from MSES about the difficulties of
online distance learning and the effects of internet connection problems and distraction on their
learning. Prior to their participation, the participants were asked to give their informed consent.
Students were told about the study’s goals and the scope of their participation before signing the
informed consent form. They were also informed about the information confidentiality, anonymity and
their freedom to refuse to cooperate with the investigation.

b. Data Gathering Methods

A letter seeking permission to conduct the study by addressing to the Principal/Head of MSES,
a letter containing the purpose and intended respondent for conducting the study. The
researchers will treat the respondent with respect for their confidentiality. In the time that they
approve to conduct the research, the researchers will proceed to gather data.
c. Data Analysis Plan
In order to know the result of this study, the researchers will use various statistical treatments
on the data of this research. In this part the researchers will presented on how they gathered
data and how they analyze the data which is generated from the instrument that will use in this
study. The Weighted Arithmetic Mean is the statistical statements will be used in this study to
analyze the gathered data.

V. Action Research Work Plan (Summarize Action Research Work Plan)

The purpose of this study is to bring a solution to an online class that has an impact on
students’ learning. It will utilize a positive mindset to assist them in overcoming the challenges
of e-learning. Perhaps the most essential factor in motivating students is their perception of the
course’s relevance. During their online lesson, we will collaborate with our resource teacher
and grade 4 students to collect their thoughts, knowledge and experiences. During their online
lesson, we will need a laptop, internet and social networking platform to acquire material and
get their opinions and experiences. The methodologies, participants’ data collection and
timetable for gathering data and information were all considered in our action plan. The
purpose of this research is to give an overview of the many problems that grade 4 students at
MSES confront in their online distance learning. During the pandemic, students are using
online distance learning to continue their education. This research aims to provide teachers,
parents, educators and other stakeholders with information about the usage of online distance
learning. Due to the lack of interaction in online classrooms, students are more likely to be
distracted by phones, pets, deliveries and other things than continuing their online lesson
because there is no face-to-face interaction; it is assumed that pupils will be disinterested in the
online class. Despite the fact that much study had been done on online distance learning before
to the epidemic, its usage in primary schools has yet to be thoroughly investigated due to the
scarcity of resources. In addition, there is a paucity of local literature on the topic of student
concentration in online classes.

VI. Cost Estimate (Write cost estimate)

The budget is a line item (tabular) representation of the expenses associated with the proposal
project. Cost estimates need to be as accurate as possible to cover the expenses proposed in the
project.

COST ESTIMATE
VII. Plan for Dissemination and Utilization ( Describe how the results will be shared)
A research strategy is a structured approach to finding information in order to perform a task
effectively and efficiently. The study approach, according to Saunders, Lewis and Thornhill
(2000), explains the source of data constraints and how they will be addressed. It also takes into
account the constraints that researchers would face in terms of data, time, location and money.
As a result, a clear research strategy is required to describe the sources of research questions
and to determine how to gather and analyze data based on the overall goal of answering the
research questions.

VIII. References (Write at least three references.)

1. Burgess, S. & Sievertsen, H. H. (2020, April 01).Schools, skills and learning: The
impact of COVID 19 on education.
2. Alvarez, A. V. (2020). The phenomenon of learning at a distance through emergency
remote teaching amidst the pandemic crisis.
3. Rotas, E. E., & Cahapay, M. B. (2020). Difficulties in Remote Learning

Task 4: Reflect (page 186).

What was your experience in writing the action research plan?
- I have a lot of experience developing action research plans since it informs and reminds me that
there are a lot of issues that arise in education. Many factors can influence the teaching and
learning process, resulting in poor and ineffective knowledge acquisition that might obstruct
students’ learning progress. We, the researchers recognize the importance and worth of this action
research plan since it is not just a stack of papers that exhausts every instructor, but it is an
important document that should be paid attention to help solve the problems that arise in
education. It’s not easy to conduct an action research study, especially when it comes to deciding
what issue to focus on and what activities, treatments and strategies to use to address or modify
the situation.
What knowledge, attitude, and skills did you have that helped you accomplish it?
- To do so, we used our knowledge, attitude and skills such as paying attention to every detail and
knowing how to conduct research on difficulties that arise during the teaching and learning
process. Self-reflection is especially vital in action research since it allows researchers to plan
what changes can be made, put them into action and then reflect again. Action researchers not
only investigate the lives of others but they also consider their own roles as researchers and
practitioners. Communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving and confidence are some of
the factors that aid us in achieving our goals. Possessing an optimistic attitude and a desire to
work help us in accomplishing it.
What do you still need to learn and develop in yourself to be a skilled teacher-researcher?
- The skills in gathering and organizing information are still something I need to master and
develop in myself in order to be a successful teacher-researcher because teachers as researchers
collect vast volumes of data every day and quickly analyze and make judgements based on it
because using time effectively gives the person “choice” on spending or managing activities at
their own time and convenience, time management is defined as the planning and conscious
control of time spent on specific activities, with the goal of increasing effectiveness, efficiency
and productivity.
Task 5. Answer questions for Checking Mastery at page 187 and discuss your answers briefly. 
 1. A – the primary task in conducting action research is to identify the problem that is a cause of
concern in the class. The process begins when you identify a problem you want to address.
2. B – the statement “continuous reflection in every step of the way should be done” is true, because
research requires continuous inquiry.
3. D – remove malpractices in teaching learning, reward learners who do more and promote teachers
who conduct research are the main purpose in looking an appropriate solution to the identified
problem
4. A – in action research, I see to it that the intervention is doable. Intervention means the process of
taking action on the strategies and activities that have been planned during the planning stage of
the first cycle
5. C – in planning an action research, it requires to match the solution to the identified problem
Task 6: Work on your artifacts (page 188)

                                            My Initial Action Research Plan

Proposed Title:
I. My Identified Problem:
II. My Reflection about the Problem
III. My Plan of Action:

     References:

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I will be rated along the following:

a. Quality of my observations and documentations
b. Completeness and depth of my analysis
c. Depth and clarity of my classroom observation – based reflections
d. Completeness, organization, and clarity of my portfolio and
e. Time of submission of my portfolio