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Classroom Observation and Management Insights

The document summarizes observations from a field study of a Grade 8 classroom. It describes the characteristics of the students, which include a mix of ages from 13-15, with 10 boys and 20 girls. About half the class pays attention while the other half does not. When working independently or with peers, the students are able to accomplish tasks. The document then analyzes classroom management practices, including the purpose and layout of classroom areas, posted rules, student participation in rule-making, daily routines, seating arrangements, noise management, and behavior strategies. Finally, it prompts reflection on envisioning one's own classroom in the future, including relevant routines, rules to implement, and student involvement in rule-making.

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Classroom Observation and Management Insights

The document summarizes observations from a field study of a Grade 8 classroom. It describes the characteristics of the students, which include a mix of ages from 13-15, with 10 boys and 20 girls. About half the class pays attention while the other half does not. When working independently or with peers, the students are able to accomplish tasks. The document then analyzes classroom management practices, including the purpose and layout of classroom areas, posted rules, student participation in rule-making, daily routines, seating arrangements, noise management, and behavior strategies. Finally, it prompts reflection on envisioning one's own classroom in the future, including relevant routines, rules to implement, and student involvement in rule-making.

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Field Study 1.

Learning Episode 5

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Observe

Watch the posted demo teaching. Use the observation sheet provided for you to document your observations.

1. As you observe the class, look into the characteristics of the learners. Note their ages.
2. How many boys are there? How many girls?
3. Focus on their behavior. Are they already able to manage their own behavior?
4. Can the learners already work independently?
5. Describe their span of attention.

The class is composed of Grade 8 students with varied characteristics. From how I observe them, they are very
participative in the class, they always share their ideas and they are competitive. Their age ranges from 13-15 years old.
There are 10 boys and 20 girls. Although, they are a bit of noisy, their attitudes toward learning are commendable. They
are also respectful when approaching their teachers and classmates. They are also eager to learn and try their best to
give an in-depth answer in oral activities. Their behavior shows how they are still young and still need guidance from
their teacher and parents. About 50% of the class are not paying attention, but the rest of the class are focused, and
jotting down notes from their teachers' discussion. When working on their activities, they can accomplish it independently
but mostly prefer to work with their peers

Analyze

Analyze and answer these questions on observed classroom management practices from the video. Write your
notes below; and then organize your data in the Table that follows.

1. Are there areas in the classroom for specific purposes (storage of teaching aids, books, students’ belongings,
supplies, etc.)? Describe these areas. Will it make a difference if these areas for specific purposes are not
present?
2. Are there rules and procedures posted in the room? List them down. Do these rules reinforce positive
behavior?
3. Did the students participate in making the classroom rules? If the Resource Teacher is available, ask him/her
to describe the process. What’s the effect of students’ participation in rule-making on student’s behavior?
4. What are the daily routines done by the Resource Teacher? (prayer, attendance, assignment of monitors,
warm-up activities, etc.) How are they done?
5. Is there a seating arrangement? What is the basis of this arrangement? Does this help in managing the
class?
6. Observe the noise level in the classroom. How is this managed?
7. If a learner is not following instruction or is off-task, what does the Resource Teacher do? Describe the
behavior strategies used.

Reflect

Reflect on the following and write your insights.


1. Imagine yourself organizing your classroom in the future. In what grade year level do you see yourself? What
routines and procedures would you consider for this level? Why?
2. Make a list of the rules you are likely to implement in this level. Why would you choose these rules?
3. Should learners be involved in making the class rules? Why?

Source: Lucas, Maria Rita D. et. al. (2020). Field Study 1 – Observations of Teaching-Learning in Actual School Environment. Quezon City: Lorimar
Publishing Inc.

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