Teacher Education Department

Submitted by: John Syvel L. Quintro 4-C

Course Facilitator: Dr. Jocelyn A. Iturralde

UNIT IV
(Emotional Development)
Life has got all those twists and turns, indeed it’s just like emotions There is growing evidence
that the learner’s emotional development is associated with better outcomes particularly at home, at
school, and in the community. In this lesson, we learned different chapters. Chapter twelve is all about
emotions wherein these emotions, we learn to express our feelings, thoughts, and sympathy, develop
relationships, and practice social skills. The choices, actions, and perceptions we have are all influenced
by our emotions.

We have two different theories of emotions; basic emotions and combined emotions. Basic
emotions were theorized by psychologist Paul Eckman who identified six basic emotions that he
suggested were universally experienced in all human cultures. The emotions he identified were
happiness, sadness, disgust, fear, surprise, and anger. He later expanded his list of basic emotions to
include such things as pride, shame, embarrassment, and excitement. According to Psychologist Robert
Plutchi that combining emotions or the "wheel of emotions" is like the color wheel. It is an emotion that
can be combined to form different feelings, much like colors can be mixed to create other shades.
According to this theory, the more basic emotions act something like building blocks. The happiness of
all the different types of emotions, happiness tends to be the one that people strive for the most.
Happiness is often defined as a pleasant emotional state that is characterized by feelings of contentment,
joy, gratification, satisfaction, and well-being.

These identified emotions like happiness, sadness, fear, disgust, and anger, the surprise might
sometimes express depending upon the moods and it is heavily influenced by our peers also it is
contagious its either positive or negative emotions that will infect others in their learning environment.

Another topic under this unit is “Dealing with Stress”. Stress is part of our lives as an individual.
We live with it; deal with it, and above all worry about it. As we all know that stress can be extremely
harmful to one’s body unless one copes and manage stress. Hardships, strain, and mental, physical, and
emotional pressure are linked to an optimum level of stress. There are lots of factors about stress on
which factors can lead their inappropriate actions and everyone can’t control it. It is not only unpleasant
events that can be stressful. Almost any change in circumstances can cause stress as we readjust. If
possible, it is wise to not have too many changes in life at the same time. Certain situations can also lead
to people feeling stressed, although the degree of stress will depend, amongst other things, on that
individual's coping strategies. The environment can make us stressed like noise, crowds, poor lighting,
pollution or other external factors over which we have no control can cause us to feel anxious and
irritable. Adjusting to modern-day life can also be a source of stress.

Therefore, stress management is very efficient as it helps in breaking the hold which stress has
on our lives. Moreover, you can also become happy, healthy, and more productive because of it. The
ultimate goal should be to live a balanced life and have the resilience to hold up under pressure. One can
change their situation or their reaction to it. We can try altering the situation. If not, we can change our
attitudes towards it. Remember, accept things that you cannot change.

UNIT V
(Physical Development)

As we all know that physical development contributes to our cognitive development. Hence, our
physical development reflects our social development on what we are and what personality we have. In
this chapter or unit, we learned what are physical health and its components like physical activity,
nutrition and diet, alcohol and drugs, medical self-care, and rest and sleep. Regular physical activity is
one of the most important things you can do for your health. Being physically active can improve your
brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve
your ability to do everyday activities. Hence, a healthy society is socially integrated in a way that meets
our basic physical and psychological needs, facilitating a sense of higher purpose.

Therefore, social health greatly affects our physical health. The way we connect to the people
around us, adapt to different social situations and experience a sense of belonging all contribute to our
social health. Social health is essential as what World Health Organization clearly defines it and the
important implication of this definition is that mental health is more than just the absence of mental
disorders or disabilities. We can try altering the situation. If not, we can change our attitudes towards it.
Remember, accept things that you cannot change. Physical health issues are intertwined with social
health issues considering loneliness, which is one of the major aspects of social health. Our relationships
can offer support during difficult times. Social wellness involves building healthy, nurturing, and
supportive relationships as well as fostering a genuine connection with those around you. Maintaining
an optimal level of social wellness allows you to build healthy relationships with others. Having a
supportive social network allows you to develop assertive skills and become comfortable with who you
are in social situations.

Another chapter under this unit is all about posture and social grace. Having a good and correct
posture can help us keep bones and joints in the correct alignment so that our muscles are used correctly.
However, to maintain a proper posture, we need to have adequate muscle flexibility and strength, normal
joint motion in the spine and other body regions, as well as efficient postural muscles that are balanced
on both sides of the spine. Sitting and standing with proper alignment improves blood flow, helps keep
your nerves and blood vessels healthy, and supports your muscles, ligaments, and tendons. People who
make a habit of using correct posture are less likely to experience back and neck pain.

We also learned what social graces is all about and its impact on business relationships. As we
all know that social graces are skills used to interact politely in social situations. They include manners
and etiquette which are specifically accepted rules within a culture for the application of universal
manners. Nine social graces that impact business relationship includes; Listen up, on which the goal is to
be a better listener; Making eye contact, on which the goal is to give everyone your full attention; Being
on time, on which the goal is to be the first to arrive; Remember names, on which the goal is to get the
name right; Ignore hearsay, on which the goal is to get the facts; Pass on aggressive, on which the goal is
to avoid stubborn know how; Understand the Culture; Acknowledge and respect, on which the goal is
that you can learn from everyone; lastly is Thank You Matters Most, wherein the goal is to always give
thanks.

UNIT VI
(Moral and Spiritual Development)
Morals, values, and ethics are all important on which they are what makes us humane. In this
unit, we learned and differentiate ethics from morals and the importance of values in the workplace and
everyday living. Ethics are consistent, whereas values are different for different persons, what is
important for one person, may not be important for another person. Hence we cannot tell that everyone
is just the same personality but we are unique even in our characteristics as a whole. Values tell us what
we want to do or achieve in our life, whereas ethics helps us in deciding what is morally correct or
incorrect, in a given situation. In this lesson, I learned that morals, ethics, and values are important on
which these are the standards that help an individual choose for himself between right and wrong or
good and bad. This understanding of morals is necessary for anyone to make honest, credible, and fair
decisions and relations in their daily lives.

Moral development helps us to improve our beliefs because it is possible to believe wrong things
while growing up considering many times people don't bother telling you what is wrong or right. Many
children don't get proper education about morality and ethics which leads them in the wrong direction.

In this lesson, I can say that Moral values are the good values that our taught to us by our parents
and teachers. These include being honest and kind, showing respect towards others, extending help to
those in need, being faithful to one’s partner, and cooperating with others to name a few. Therefore, a
person who imbibes good values grows to become a responsible individual and is capable of
demarcating right and wrong. Also, he can make wiser decisions in life. Indeed, a person cannot be a
good human if he has no morals.

UNIT VII
(Career Development)

In this last unit or chapter, we learned the career pathways, differentiate a job from a career also
on how to write a cover letter and resume. I learned that Career development is not just a process, it is a
plan because choosing a career is a lifelong process on which learning and decision-making bring you
closer to your ideal job, and this career development has a ladder or steps on which it has a journey that
corresponds because of hard works that motivate us to choose the way we wanted. Interests,
opportunities, and experiences lead us to a better life when choosing a career. When we love what we
are doing, we will always put our best performance forward and strive to learn more. Having a career
plan will assess and develop how far and what experiences you encounter in your career, it’s either a
good career pathway or a bad career. In this lesson, we learned the eight steps to an effective career plan
that helps us to have an effective career choice; identify Your Career Options. Develop a list of career
options by examining your interests, skills, and values through self-assessment; Prioritize, It's not
enough to list options. You have to prioritize; Make Comparisons, compare your most promising career
options against your list of prioritized skills, interests, and values; Consider Other Factors, You should
consider factors beyond personal preferences; Make a Choice, choose the career paths that are best for
you; Set the specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound goals. Now that you've identified
your career options, develop an action plan to implement this decision. Create Your Career Action Plan,
It’s important to be realistic about expectations and timelines. Write down specific action steps to take to
achieve your goals and help yourself stay organized.

I’ve also learned the appropriate audience, purpose, and structure of a cover letter and resume. A
cover letter accompanies a resume and is written formally. It is used to convince the company that you
are fit to be hired and to introduce yourself to them. The audience of a cover letter is the manager of a
business or company. The purpose is to introduce yourself to a potential employer and to highlight any
relevant skills you possess. The structure of a cover letter includes your address, the date, the recipient’s
address, and a salutation. The opening paragraph states why you’re writing establish a point of contact
and give a brief introduction of yourself. The body paragraphs highlight some of the more important
points from your resume. The closing paragraph should politely request an interview at the employer’s
convenience. Identify what supplementary material’s being sent, such as a writing sample or a portfolio.
The reader should be thanked for their consideration and you should indicate that you’re looking
forward to hearing from them. There should be a complimentary closing followed by your name and
signature. The voice of a cover letter should be polite, formal, and concise.