The Learning Environment, Classroom

Unit 1: Routines, and Preparation of

Instructional Materials

Episode 1:

The Learning Environment

At the end of this learning episode, the FS student must have:

• Revisited the concept of learning environment in the context
of the current teaching and learning situation;
• Assisted the preparation of traditional face-to-face learning
environment; and
• Explored the different ways to establish a conducive on-line
Learning Outcomes or virtual learning environment.
• Participated in various activities in the remote or modular
learning.

A learning environment, traditionally called the

classroom is a space in the school that supports student
learning. It is a self-contained area where teacher teaches
and children learn. In the classroom are chairs or tables
for students and a front table for the teacher. This is a
traditional face-to-face classroom.

In a face-to-face classroom, students and the teacher are physically

present. They meet at a time set in the classroom. The teacher prepares activities,
provides instruction and evaluates students’ learning. Equipment and instructional
materials are made available in the classroom where teaching and learning take
place most of the time.

A modular distance learning involves individualized instruction self-learning that

allows learners to use self-learning modules (SLMs) in print or digital
format/electronic copy, whichever is applicable in the context of the learner. The

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 teacher takes the responsibility of monitoring the progress of the learners,
likewise, they may do home visits to learners needing remediation or assistance.
Any member of the family or other stakeholders may serve as para-teachers.
The on-line learning environment requires a constant access to connectivity
which allows learning to take place anytime, anyplace, and anywhere. On-line or
virtual learning can be delivered synchronously or asynchronously, so the teacher’s
role is a moderator between the technology and the students.

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 Make your analysis based on the pictures shown above.

1. Describe the two contrasting situations by supplying data

in the Venn diagram.

Analyze

On-line Learning Environment/

Face-to-face Learning Environment Distance Learning

2. What do you think brought the changes in the face-to-face learning

environment now?
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3. From the changes that you identified, choose one that you can do. How will
you do it?
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4. Rank 1-5 difficulties encountered in online learning environment with 1 as
the most difficult.
___ Internet connectivity is a great factor to support conducive
environment.
___ It is difficult to observe the behavior of students.
___ It takes time for students to learn how to use the platform
___ Students are out of focus.
___ Student teacher interaction is limited.

1. Based on my analysis, I realized that

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Reflect
2. Do you think making the learning environment
conducive for a face-to-face classroom will enable the learners to achieve
better learning outcomes? Explain your answer.
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3. In this time of pandemic, what would you prefer, online learning or

distance learning? Justify your answer.
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 1. What will you do to assist your resource teacher in
setting up a conducive learning environment in the
following conditions:

a. Bulletin Board Display

Participate and
Assist
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b. Small Group Discussion

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c. Checking class attendance in a virtual classroom (i.e. google meet or

zoom)

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d. Other concerns relative to the learner’s comfortability and safety which

you will address daily.

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 2. Given the concept and the infographics, how can you assist and
participate in a

A. face-to-face learning environment;

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B. remote or distance learning?

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Note: In assisting your resource teacher in an on-line class, there are some
reminders you should share to your remote learners on a synchronous platform
like Google meet, Zoom, MOOCS, or any other platforms you are familiar with
and are using.

With the use of any Google meet, zoom, or any platform, organize a virtual
class. Do this with the guidance of your resource teacher.
Make sure your device is charged.
Find a quiet place free of distractions.
Be on time for the class.
Be respectful at all times.
Stay on mute and raise hand only if needed.
Stay focused and on task so you won’t miss any information
Turn on your camera.
Use kind words all the time.
Teacher and learners are dressed appropriately.

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 In not less than 300 words, write an essay on the topic:
“My Safe, Wholesome and Conducive Learning
Environment”.

Reflection

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 Attach snapshots/ video clips taken before, during and
after walking through the classroom appearance.

Evidences

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 Episode 2:
Classroom Routines and Procedures in a
Face-to-face and Remote Learning

At the end of this learning episode, the FS student must have:

• established classroom routines and procedures before, during
and after classes in a face –to-face or in remote learning.
• explained the classroom routines (the what, how, when, and
why those need to be done); and
Learning Outcomes • reflected on the basic questions when building classroom
routines and procedures in the classroom and in remote
learning.

Establishing predictable routines early in the school

year enables you to run your daily activities run smoothly.
Routines are the backbone of daily classroom life. They
facilitate teaching and learning.

Classroom routines set the foundation for a meaningful

school year with teachers and students whether in the classroom or remotely. We
can teach classroom routines remotely, by recording videos and posting these in
the learning management system so students may watch them over and over
again for better retention and for families to view them so they can assist their
children when needed.

Students can take an active role in establishing classroom routines. They

can brainstorm on ideas which they will most likely do and follow. Routines are
important especially when done in remote learning so that there will be less
distractions both for synchronous and asynchronous participation.

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Make your analysis based on the pictures above.

1. What are some classroom routines and procedures?

Analyze

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2. What factors/ conditions prompted you to establish those classroom routines
and procedures?

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3. Was there a marked improvement in classroom management after employing

your classroom routines?

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4. Did the teaching-learning process improve? Justify your answer.

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1. What insights have you gained while doing this

learning episode?
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Reflect
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 1. Assist your resource teacher in establishing classroom
routines during transition period. Complete the matrix for the
routines that you can employ before, during and after classes
in the classroom during face to face, online / remote
Participate and learning, to ensure order and discipline in your classes.
Assist
Before starting the lesson
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During the lesson proper

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After the lesson

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Note:

In carrying out classroom routines and procedures, efficiently and effectively

in participating and assisting your resource teacher in the classroom or in remote
learning you must be guided by the following:

1. Review class rules every day.

2. Hand signals to gain student attention in the classroom/ remote learning.
3. Give clear directions.
4. Use of verbal and non-verbal communication to signal that the learners
need help/ attention in the classroom/ remote learning.

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5. Set library time to get/ secure the needed work materials and books and
others in the classroom/ remote learning.
6. Give energizers for classroom transition to group work and other
cooperative activities in the class
7. Use of sign language to attend to personal necessities in the classroom/
online classes.
8. Use time signal like bell for students who finish task early/ and for those
who cannot complete work on time.
9. Give constant reminders to students as to tardiness/ early dismissals.
10. Set deadlines for submission of homework/ performance tasks in the
classroom/ remote learning.
11. Observe line up rules.

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 Write your thoughts about working routines and
procedures in a face to face learning environment and in
remote learning.

Reflection

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 Take some snapshots of your routines in the classroom
during assistantship in a face to face /remote type of
learning.

Evidences

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 Episode 3:
Preparation of Instructional Materials

At the end of this learning episode, the FS student must have:

• Shown skills in the selection, development and use of a
variety of teaching and learning resources to address
learning goals
• Manifested skills in the use of non-digital/ conventional
resources and materials for student engagement in teaching
Learning Outcomes and learning process; and
• Demonstrated positive attitude towards the use of resources
and instructional materials.

Instructional materials are essential tools in the

teaching- learning process. The 21st century learners are
highly visual and manipulative. They can learn best when
they have direct experiences in the teaching and learning
process. Learning would be more meaningful if supported
with various instructional materials.

These include the lectures, readings, textbooks, multimedia components, and

other resources in a course. These materials can be used in both face-to-face
and online classrooms; however, some must be modified or redesigned to be
effective for the online environment. The best instructional materials are aligned
with all other elements in the course, including the learning objectives,
assessments, and activities.

In addition, instructional materials provide the core information that students

will experience, learn, and apply during a course. They hold the power to either
engage or demotivate students. This is especially true for online courses, which
rely on a thoughtful and complete collection of instructional materials that
students will access, explore, absorb, and reference as they proceed in a course.

As such, materials must be carefully planned, selected, organized, refined,

and used in a course for the maximum effect. The planning and selection of
instructional materials should take into consideration both the breadth and depth
of content so that student learning is optimized.

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 Dale’s Cone of Experience

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Study and analyze Dale’s Cone of Experience above. In knowing the

different components of the cone of experience, it could be said that in
facilitating learning, the use of variety of materials and media can maximize the
learning experience.

1. How do we select Resources and Instructional

Materials?

Analyze
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2. What are the proper uses if Instructional Materials?

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1. How ready I am in selecting and developing

resources/ instructional materials in the teaching -learning
process?

Reflect
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2. How will I determine the appropriate instructional materials that will be

utilized in the teaching and learning process?

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 Consult your FS Resource Teacher and ask
assistance about this episode. Let your teacher know that
the task for this episode is for you to assist the teacher by
providing suggestions on resources and materials that the
Participate and teacher can use in delivering a lesson on a specific topic.
Assist

1. Fill out the table below.

Subject: Grade Level:

Topic:

Learning Objectives/Outcomes

Resource/ Instructional What is the use or Explain why you have

Materials you plan to purpose of resource/ selected the resource/
utilize in the lesson material? Describe how material based on the
you will use the guide points mentioned
resources/ materials to above. How are these
attain the learning criteria met?
objectives/ outcomes.

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2. Work with your cooperating teacher as regards appropriateness of the materials
you intend to use by listing the materials for in the following:

a. Bulletin boards

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

b. Learning Stations/ mini library

1.

2.

3.

4.

Note: Guide points to consider in choosing non-digital or conventional resource or

instructional materials:

a. Has accurate and meaningful content

b. Aligns to the learning objectives/ outcomes of the lesson
c. Elicits student interest and engagement
d. Is inclusive and free from cultural bias
e. Is developmentally appropriate
f. Fosters critical thinking/ aesthetic appreciation
g. Allows collaboration among learners
h. Flexible for group or self-study
i. Time and cost-efficiency

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 Can teaching a lesson be better using appropriate
instructional materials? Write your success story in the
preparation of instructional materials.

Reflection

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 Attach snapshots and etc. as pieces of evidence of what you
accomplished in this episode.

Ex. Bulletin Boards, learning stations, flash cards, etc.

Evidences

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