The final moment has come, on the first minutes I entered to witness the demonstrators,

setting up the things needed, during the setup, I discovered that the demonstrators from different
majors prepared their IMs, and PPTs, and wearing their formal attire. Every demonstrator wear
their best smile as they started with their greetings and as I had witnessed there was a hint of
excitement as well as nervousness as they wait their turn to demonstrate, I conclude that those
feelings were very common especially when talking in front of the class and it's a normal
reaction. So they started with greetings and the students, did the necessary routine, such as prayer
and classroom management. Loud heartbeat has transformed into a passion not caring for the
uneasiness they feel they like taking things as easy and normal as they could be. Before the
demonstration, I expect that it will be pressure since the demonstrators will be critiqued by the
teacher, and also I expect great demonstrators from other majors since some of them were
making their names. During the demonstration, some students were eager to listen and some are
not, maybe because they find the topic boring or not interesting, but I just realized that
motivation is like the driver to reach your destination.
Mastery of the lesson will be the foundation to build and develop knowledge and give
you a good flow of discussion.And motivation serve as the tickling sensation in order for the
students to be aroused.
Unleashing your fear like talking in front might be one of the most fulfilling things
everyone could wish for. But as they say, there will always be a process, and that process is to
overcome your fear and embrace it. Teachers were once a student who also went through a major
process before finally being called"Professionals". They also feel the pressure of being a student
before and that's one of the components of becoming successful. That's why they give us what
they have learned from their journey as a student for us also to acquire knowledge. They are
being looked up to by people around them and the community. So, they have to live in the norms
and conduct of a good teacher and this also incline to The Code of Ethics for Professional
Teachers Article III Section 1 and 2. Section 1” A teacher is a facilitator of learning and of the
development of the youth; he shall, therefore, render the best service by providing an
environment conducive to such learning and growth”. Section 2” Every teacher shall provide
leadership and initiative to actively participate in community movements for moral, social,
educational, economic and civic betterment”.
And as a future teacher I need to prepare a lesson plan that fits the learners’ level, needs,
interests, teaching situations, and the teacher's understanding of how learners learn best at the
time, and the resources and also how you master the lesson. And According to Article VIII
Section 2 or also known as The Code of Ethics Professional Teachers saying " A teacher shall
recognize that the interest and welfare of learners are his and foremost concern, and shall handle
each learner justly and impartially."
In mastering your lesson plan, you provide a strong or a solid foundation to develop their
knowledge, the ability of the learners to work with his or her own pace, and also interaction with
co-learners to share their insights/brainstorm. Lesson planning is very important in the lives of
teachers because it helps them conduct the lesson in an orderly manner and it allows students to
know what they are going to learn and how it fits into their needs. And based on what I have red,
students who are motivated to learn persist longer,produce higher quality of effort,and learn
more deeply.
After the demonstration I felt happy because I had witnessed strategies from different
majors that I might use someday; I need to connect myself with the students, how we would like
our students to feel and how we would like to achieve this connection with their hearts and
minds. I realized that teaching isn’t an easy job. It requires full dedication, love, and compassion
for the profession and the learners. Dedicated in the sense that, teachers should have the ability to
inspire students through approaches, actions, and even through the lessons and activities that
students were engaged in. “Teachers cannot teach what they do not know”. And in teaching,
things that should be taught must be good, true, and correct. Like what ma'am Rizza Guerra says
"Teachers shouldn't be a multiplier of errors".
This day, I fully realized that I am meant for the teaching profession because of the
unforgettable experiences that I had encountered during the demonstration, especially the actual
teaching experiences they shared with the class. The simplest answer to the question “Why?”
serve an essence in a sense that you want to know more and for me, it is also a form of
evaluating. The word "Why," has created meaning in my life, it is a daily realization. A
realization that continues to grow.” Becoming a teacher does not end with the know-how to do
it”.
Within the context of Knowledge Management, procedural knowledge, also known as
imperative knowledge, is the type of knowledge exercised in the performance of a task. It’s
basically “how” you know to do something. How you begin to open your mouth is a process of
steps and your choice of words are powerful tool to catch the attention of the class, how you
composed yourself in front of the class has something to do with your performance, managing
your composure is to survive, and how you master the lesson will always be highly
commendable. Procedural knowledge will always enhance our practice in problem-solving,
thinking critically, and involving more senses such as hands-on experience.