Republic of the Philippines

MAILA ROSARIO COLLEGE

Diversion Road, San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Contact No. (078) 377 – 249

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

S.Y. 2021 – 2022
FIRST SEMESTER
PRELIMS

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL
IN
TEACHING PROFESSION

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YEAR / SECTION: ______________________________________________________
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INSTRUCTOR: JOYLYN D. BUENO

THIS IS A SELF-LEARNING MATERIAL

 Republic of the Philippines
MAILA ROSARIO COLLEGE
San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Diversion Road, San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Contact No. (078) 377 – 249

I. OVERVIEW
When thinking of a philosophy statement to write, it would be good to
benchmark from belief statements, as well as educational implications of some
famous philosophies.
II. LEARNING OBJECTIVES
a. Demonstrate understanding of teaching philosophy;
b. Apply knowledge of philosophy in classroom context; and
c. Formulate own teaching philosophy.

III. GUIDE QUESTIONS

Direction: Read and understand the sample teaching philosophy statement. And answer
the following questions.
“My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating
educational environment where they grow physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.
It is my desire to create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full
potential. I will provide a safe environment where students are invited to share their
ideas and take risks.”

1. What does the teaching philosophy say about the teacher? About his teaching?
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2. How is teaching philosophy written?
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3. Is teaching philosophy important for a teacher to have?
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IV. LESSON PROPER

DISCUSSION
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
There is no right or wrong way to write a teaching philosophy statement.
However, there are certain considerations that must be observed:
1. Make the teaching philosophy statement brief.
2. Include introduction (thesis statement or general belief about education); body
(goals and objectives for the students), and conclusion (goals as a teacher,
personal approach to pedagogy and classroom management, and uniqueness as
an educator) in the statement.
3. Write in present tense and use a first person point of view.
4. Refrain from using technical terms. Instead, use language that is simple and
easily understood.
5. Create a clear picture of the philosophy statement by including specifics like
methods and strategies, including examples.

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 Republic of the Philippines
MAILA ROSARIO COLLEGE
San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Diversion Road, San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Contact No. (078) 377 – 249

Educational Implications of some Famous Philosophies

1. Idealism
- Implies that the school’s function is to sharpen intellectual processes.
2. Realism
- Suggest that the teacher must be knowledgeable and should relate the
lesson to the pupil’s experiences.
3. Pragmatism
- Implies that the teacher act as facilitators.
4. Existentialism
- Suggests inclusion of subjects that recognize individual differences
and complete freedom to work (arts for aesthetic expression).
5. Social reconstructionism
- Emphasizes the teacher’s role as agents of change and reform.

V. EVALUATION
Activity 1.
Direction: Write the letter of your choice in the space provided before each number.
______1. Which of the following is true about teaching philosophy?
a. A purposeful and reflective essay about the author’s teaching beliefs and
practices.
b. A self-reflective statement of one’s personal belief.
c. A narrative that describes how one learns.
d. An individual narrative that includes concrete examples of the way in which
learners learn in the classroom.
______2. If the teaching philosophy focuses on the student’s moral aspect, which
philosophy is it based from.
a. Idealism c. Realism
b. Existentialism d. Social Reconstructionism
______3. Which of the following should not be done when writing a teaching
philosophy?
a. Write in present tense
b. Refrain from using technical terms
c. Create a clear picture of the teaching philosophy statement.
d. Use second person pronouns
______4. Teacher Marla uses differentiated activities in teaching her lesson in Science.
Which philosophy did she use as reference?
a. Idealism c. Realism
b. Existentialism d. Social Reconstructionism
______5. “The more sense involved, the better the learning.” This is emphasized in
___________________.
a. Idealism c. Realism
b. Existentialism d. Social Reconstructionism
______6. Which of the part of the teaching philosophy statement talks about pedagogy
and classroom management?
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Body and Conclusion
______7. Which of the following philosophies is not learner-centered?
a. IdealismS c. Pragmatism

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 Republic of the Philippines
MAILA ROSARIO COLLEGE
San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Diversion Road, San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Contact No. (078) 377 – 249

b. Existentialism d. Social Reconstruction

______8. “I believe that all children are unique” The statement is support of which
philosophy?
a. Idealism c. Pragmatism
b. Existentialism d. Realism
______9. Teacher Agatha is teaching Science for 10 years. To make her lesson
student-friendly, she uses problem-solving and discovery methods. These enable her
students to participate actively in class. Teacher Agatha’s practice is an influence of the
philosophy of _____________.
a. Idealism c. Pragmatism
b. Existentialism d. Realism
______10. Mr Ruiz is the National Service Training Program (NSTP) coordinator in his
school. He always emphasizes “service to others” in all of their activities by doing that,
he hopes to cultivate the sense of responsibility among his students. Such belief is an
influence of ____________.
a. Idealism c. Pragmatism
b. Existentialism d. Social Reconstructionism

Activity 2
Direction: Read and Write your answer briefly.

1. Write your philosophy in teaching.

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2. Think of your favourite teacher. What do you like about her? Her methods?
Strategies of teaching? Assessment techniques? If you were to formulate your
favourite teacher’s teaching philosophy, what would it be?
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REFERENCES:

- Bilbao, Purita P, et al., (2018), Teaching Profession 4 th Edition, pp. 330, Lorimar
Publishing Inc.
- Bilbao, Purita P., (2015), Teaching Profession 3 rd Edition, pp. 282, Lorimar Publishing
Inc.
- Bilbao, Purita P., et al., (2015), The Teaching Profession 3 rd Edition, pp. 3-12, Lorimar
Publishing Inc.
-Ilanan, Cecilia M. and Abulencia, Arthur S., et al.,(2020), The Teaching Profession, pp.
14-18, Rex Bookstore, Inc.
- Jao, Avelina M., (2017), Teaching Profession, pp. 334, Jimczyville Publications

PREPARED BY: CHECKED & APPROVED BY:

JOYLYN D. BUENO ROMEO M. PASCUA Ph.D

BTVTE INSTRUCTOR OIC-Dean /Vice – President of
Academic Affairs
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Republic of the Philippines
MAILA ROSARIO COLLEGE
San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Diversion Road, San Gabriel Village, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan North
Contact No. (078) 377 – 249

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