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Name of FS Student Joniel Manangan

Course, Year and Section BPED 4-1
Name of FS Mentor Ma’am Glo Capanang PhD
Date December 22 2023

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of the activity, the FS students should be able to achieve the following intended learning outcomes:
1. observed and assess various classroom management strategies that enhances learning;
2. distinguish the features of a school environment that is safe, secure and conducive for learning; and
3. design a school environment that is safe, secure and supportive to learning.

LEARNING OVERVIEW
This activity will include video viewing of different school perspectives, online observation and interview with
teachers and school personnel in charge of the physical plant and/or flash back of their previous school environment.
Their exposure to various school settings will enable them to generate or illustrate their ideal school environment that is safe,
secure and conducive for learning.

My Observation

Directions: Read the following carefully before you accomplished different task stated in this portfolio.
1. Make a flashback of your previous school environment or download and/or view available school
perspectives, elementary or high school, rural or urban, local or international.
2. Observe an online class (virtual/recorded) and note the different management strategies used by the teacher.
Follow classroom netiquette while observing various classroom activities.
3. Observe etiquette and netiquette while downloading and/or conducting online interview process.
4. Answer and accomplish all the checklist, worksheets, and questions that are attached herein.

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Directions: Use the data that you have gathered from the video that you have watched or from your previous
school environment where you finished your basic education to complete the table below.

Facilities Availability Description Will it contribute to the students’ learning

Not and development? Why?
Available Available

Office of the The principal’s office is well-organized, Yes, because this office acts as a link between the
Principal  clean, and well-maintained. It is extremely student’s learning process and the outside world.
spacious and air-conditioned.

The books are arranged in accordance with the

library’s classification system.
Yes, students can conduct research and analyze data in
Furthermore, desks and seats that are
 this area of the school and borrow books and other
Library suitable for learning are given for the
resources for the school library.
students. Additionally, the library provides
computers for student use.
Yes, because this office is important, it provides
The counseling room is located at the Recto students with vital support, such as guiding
building, which this room is not being used students in understanding themselves and their

Counseling Room for counseling and used as office of the needs, resolving their problems, making sound
coordinator of student services. judgments, improving their abilities and skills, and
adjusting to their surroundings.
Yes, since they provide proper nutrition, it
The Cafeteria is located in the middle of the
provides students with sufficient energy to study
campus. It needs improvement for the
Canteen/Cafeteria  effectively. The school canteen is critical in
cleanliness and more improvement to cater all
establishing healthy eating habits and fostering a
the needs of the students. school culture of healthy eating.
The Clinic is located in the Nursing
Yes, because this is the location for quick first
Department Building. It is well-organized,
Medical Clinic  assistance, which ill students can come in order to
hygienic, and equipped with all necessary
ease their discomfort.
medical equipment.
Yes, because it provides a more effective learning
The Learning Resource Center is fully environment for its students. Also, it involves
Audio equipped. They have LED televisions, DVD increased attention during the learning process and

Visual/Learning players, and other automated devices. It is also aids the child in remembering the principles
Resource Center has tables, chairs and air condition. taught through these tools, allowing the learner to have
an effective learning experience.
Yes, it facilitates the student in selecting the
Clean and well maintained. Some materials and appropriate equipment and conducting laboratory
Science
 equipment for laboratory activities are not yet activities. Also, it aids children’s learning by
Laboratory
available. allowing them to comprehend the theoretical
concepts of science taught in classrooms.

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Yes, this facility assists students by providing

The gym is spacious and clean, with no
opportunities for indoor activities. It teaches
evidence of trash in this area. It has a stage with
 students the fundamentals of maintaining a healthy
Gymnasium backstage changing rooms for boys and
lifestyle and emphasizes the need for physical
girls.
activity.

Yes, because this is the opportunity for kids to

Auditorium 
demonstrate their unique talents and abilities.

It features a variety of plants and flowers in front

of the Integrated Building and along the Yes, children can learn how to plant and care for the
Outdoor Garden 
pathway. Additionally, the garden is well- plants they have grown properly.
kept.

The room is well-designed and equipped with Yes, this facility teaches students about cooking,
Home
 all of the necessary items that can be used for nutrition, business, and a variety of other life skills that
Economics
home economic activities. they can apply in their future.
Room

The Comfort Room for Girls is kept clean for

Yes, because the student utilizes this for personal
 sanitary reasons. They feature three
Comfort Room for hygiene and for their health.
cubicles, two sinks, and a large mirror.
Girls

The Boys’ Comfort Room is separate from

Comfort Room for the Girls’ Comfort Room. Additionally, it is Yes, because the student utilizes this for personal

Boys quite neat. Three cubicles, two sinks, and a hygiene and for their health.
mirror

The Computer Room was fully equipped, air- Yes, using this facility can help the students have
Computer conditioned, with internet access and the knowledge using computers, and it can also help the

Laboratory computers can cater one section for every students doing their assignments, activities,
session. presentation, and research.

Each teacher has his or her own set of

Yes, because the teacher spends the majority of their
tables. The faculty room is clean and
time creating lessons and developing appropriate
Faculty Room  spacious, making communication between
activities for their students, which promotes their
faculty members simple. Additionally, they
learning and development.
have their own bathroom.

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Questions

1. What are the facilities you find most useful?

First that I find useful is the library. Because in the library, there are plenty of resources that students can use in their
learning. Also, the library provides computers that students can use. The library is also the place where students can
take a rest. Students can take a nap in there. The second facility that I find useful is the faculty room. Why? The
faculty room is the place where teachers spend their time planning and creating lessons in which promotes their learning
and development. When a student cannot understand something in the lesson, they can go to the faculty room and
ask for clarifications if the teacher is available.

2. What are the facilities you find least useful?

The outdoor garden is a facility that is less useful because it has nothing to do with the students learning. The outdoor
garden is helpful in terms of aesthetics. Sometimes outdoor gardens can be helpful as a stress reliever to someone who
sees and love to see these gardens.

3. Are there other facilities you observed/remembered that are not stated above? If yes, list them below.

None.

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4. Describe the community where the school is located.

Pangasinan State University Bayambang Campus is located in the preoccupied area near the town proper of Bayambang. It
is a great place for a school to be located because it is quite far from the unnecessary noises that might be distracting to
the students.

5. Describe the community where the school is located.

Pangasinan State University Bayambang Campus is located in the preoccupied area near the town proper of Bayambang. It
is a great place for a school to be located because it is quite far from the unnecessary noises that might be distracting to
the students.

6. What facilities are found in the community that aid learning?

Pangasinan State University Bayambang Campus is at the Municipality wherein it supports the education sector of
the town. Before the pandemic, everyone is allowed to go to the Municipal library where they can borrow books that
can help in their learning. Another is that the Municipal Government helps the Barangay Day Care Centers improve and
enhance these centers so that they will become better learning facilities for children.

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1. What are the classroom management strategy(ies) that you have observed?

When we attended the class of Ms. Dalit, I observed that she is very thoughtful with her students. She used polite
language when she was discussing the body parts, and her pupils are attentively participating in the class. She stated
rules before the class starts, and that is to raise their virtual hands when they want to answer and mute/unmute their
microphones when they are told to do so. She inspired the class by praising them with words like “good” and “very good.”
With these praises, Ms. Dalit helped her pupils develop self-esteem.

2. What part(s) of the lesson this/these management strategy(ies) were utilized?

Ms. Dalit’s strategies were seen when she was discussing the body parts, like what I’ve stated in no. 1. I also noticed that
her class was very active, maybe because their lesson is all about the parts of the body wherein the children already have
background knowledge. The pupils were excited and glad because of it. They were also very attentive and
participative.

3. What management strategy did the teacher utilize to keep the learning environment safe and
conducive?

Ms. Dalit set classroom rules and was enthusiastic with her lesson. She allowed her pupils to be openly expressive
and encouraging to others. And I also observed that she knows all the names of her students. With the help of this, her
pupils are happy and excited to participate in the class. After her pupils recited, she used positive comments. She listened
well to her pupils’ answers that is why when she is discussing, her pupils are listening to her as well. Ms. Dalit made her
pupils feel like they were at home and comfortable, and the result was her pupils were more receptive to learning.

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My Analysis

Answer the following questions:

When do you consider a facility useful or not?

I consider a facility useful if it helps to improve the quality of the learning environment in the school. Not just only for aesthetics.
Facilities should help determine the success of students and the effectiveness of a teacher’s lesson.

When do you say that a facility aids learning? Cite some instances.

The facilities of a school impact the overall learning process as well as the mental and physical growth of the students. These also
affect the academic performance of the student to some extent. Students can use the school’s library to look for the answers to
their assignments or do some research. The computer laboratory is also a big help for the students, specifically those who
would like to be an IT specialist. The gymnasium is not only for the events, but it is also where we can perform and learn
different activities for our subject Physical Education.

What is the impact of environment to the learners?

The learning environment plays a crucial role in students’ success. Students who study in a positive learning environment
are more motivated, engaged, and have higher overall learning ability. On the other hand, students learning in poor
environments – those that are uncomfortable, loud, or full of distractions – will find it far more difficult to absorb information and
stay engaged. For example, a student taking a test in a quiet, peaceful room will almost certainly do better than a student taking the
same test in a loud/chaotic room. From the class that we observed, I've noticed that the microphone/audio of the teacher is not loud
enough, and there are unnecessary noises that cause distractions which make it difficult for the teacher to manage the class.

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Students spend most of their time in the classroom, so educators need to ensure that their students have a conducive environment
that promotes long learning. The classroom is conducive to learning when it promotes a safe and comfortable environment not just for
the students but also for the teacher. Aside from that, students felt motivated in doing a task or participating in the class, they felt
focused, refreshed, and relaxed while studying for a reason that no distraction will cause loss of their concentration. The environment that
the students stay in for how many hours is a setting where the students are enjoying while learning. A classroom is conducive to
learning when it promotes interaction to each student and everyone in the class are motivated to learn because the classroom setting suits
their interest also when the layout and arrangement of the classroom encourage students to be productive like having a quiet corner, fun
corner or even a discussion corner so the students wouldn’t feel bored.

4 What kind of classroom management is conducive to learning?

My Reflection

1. Would you like to teach in the school environment you just observed/remembered? Why? Why not?

Yes, despite the many distractions or problems we encountered in this new learning modality, I still want to
teach in the school environment that I've observed. Before the class started, the teacher reminded her students
about the virtual classroom rules. The students didn't follow what Ms. Dalit said, it became noisy throughout the
class, and I can't hear and understand well. There are background noises like a parent talking to their child or
even a barking dog, and someone's microphone is grounded. If this continues until we are already licensed
professional teachers, it would be a challenge for us on how we are going to handle our students and promote
learning. It may be hard to teach because of this virtual class, but still, teachers are trying their best to teach
their students.

2. If you are the teacher, how can you make the environment conducive to learning?

I’ll create an environment where students feel safe, comfortable, and secured. I’ll make sure that the classroom
has a light atmosphere or aura. Since children are playful, I will design a class that promotes safety. Avoid slippery
floors, and scissors or sharp objects must be kept. In my class, the interest of my students must be seen in the
four corners of my classroom. There’s a play area, a quiet corner, and also the achievements or works of my
class are posted on the wall. When it’s lesson time I’ll make sure that my students are focused on the discussion
and away from distractions. Design activities that will surely enjoy and capture the students’ interest. Make them
join and interact with class even those shy or quiet students. Make your class alive. Have a games corner so
students can interact with their classmates as they foster a closer relationship with one another while they
learn. Games can help to reduce stress for the students. When we support games, we teach students strategy,
friendship, cooperation, and leadership.
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3. How do classroom management impact learning?

Classroom management is a very important aspect of teaching. Once you get your classroom management
strategies together you will find that teaching is a pleasure and your students will excel at learning. When you
organize classroom effectively, your students know what are their responsibilities and know their
boundaries in every situation. A successful classroom management system will help prevent teacher burnout
and reduce the need for yelling or scolding students that can cause friction to the students and teacher. This
kind of environment enhances learning.

4. If you are to design a learning environment for your students, how will it look like? Illustrate.

When you enter the classroom, you will first notice the chalkboard on your right side. Across the
chalkboard are the students’ chairs. If you observed, it is grouped into three members. The reason for that is to
encourage children to learn from one another and work together because, with these, we can help them boost
their productivity and students’ collaboration. At the back is the teacher’s desk. I know you are wondering why
is that the teacher’s table is at the back and not in front, that is because we highly believed that by sitting at the
back of the classroom, the teacher has less chance of blocking the student’s view of the board. Also, students will
not be shy in approaching the teacher because no one will see them and they can ask questions or help from the
teacher without hesitation. On the right part of the classroom are the bookcases, and storage cabinets for the
students to have their personal space inside the classroom to store their personal belongings. This is also where
the medical kit is kept because we cannot tell when the students will have wounds when they are having fun.
Beside the storage cabinet are those things that they needed for the class, like pencils, sharpeners, and
crayons. On the left side of the classroom is where the small group table is located. This can help teachers
and students to work more closely with each other. And beside it is the learning centers.
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Evidenced/Documents

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