FIELD STUDY 6

NAME:_______________________

Module 1 (SELF) – Teacher: A Person and Philosophy

As a teacher, one has strengths and weaknesses. Everyone has their own philosophy and style which makes
everyone unique. There are no perfect teachers. But as a teacher, one must possess true qualities of a teacher
which will help a lot in teaching and also in learning.

In this module, you will be able to identify your qualities as a teacher and your philosophy in teaching and learning.

Teachers Philosophy

Teachers have their own different potentials. Philosophy will guide you in teaching-learning. The following are the
list of the following educational philosophies and their features.

PHILOSOPHY AIM TEACHERS’ ROLE FOCUS TRENDS

Essentialism Promote intellectual Sole authority in Essential skills Back to basics
growth of learners subject matter 3Rs Cultural literacy
for competence excellence
Perrenialism To educate the Assist learners to Classical subject Use of Great Books
rational person, think with reason Great books (Bible, Koran,
cultivate intellect Enduring curriculum Classics)
Existentialism Education of the Help students define Self-paced, self- Individual learning
whole being as who they are, their directed, learner- Values clarification
unique individuals essence centered
Progressivism Promote democratic Develop lifelong Learner- Humanities
social living learners centeredness education
Contextualized Contextualized
curriculum, equal curriculum
opportunities for all Equal opportunities
for all
Reconstructionism Improve and Agent for change Transformation of Global education
reconstruct society and reform present to future Convergence
Education for change landscape Transformative
education
Linguistic philosophy Develop Provide experiential Language and Mastery of
communication skills learning to learn communication communication skills
in different language
languages
Behaviorism Modify and shape Arrange environment Learners and the Education for
behavior conditions to change learning sustainable
behavior environment that act development;
as a stimuli ubiquitous
classrooms, multi-
sensory stimuli
Constructivism Develop intrinsically Teaching students to Experiential learning UNESCO pillars of
motivated learners learn, how to learn education
Multiple perspectives

Activity:

1. Create an acronym that will help state your qualities as a teacher.

FDA – Fashionable, Dedicated and Adaptable.
2. Among all of the philosophies stated above, what is your dominant philosophy? How these will reflect in your
teaching career in the future?
Existentialism, it will reflect me as a future educator because i believe that the core of
education is must be the values.
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Module 2: Daily Routines

“Routines are the backbone of daily classroom life. They facilitate teaching and learning. Routines don’t just make
your life easier, they save valuable classroom time. And what’s most important, efficient routines make it easier for
students to learn and achieve more.”

-Linda Shalaway

Teachers need to establish routines and procedures everyday to provide a holistic and wonderful approach in the
class as day goes by. Through routines, they condition and model the students what are the things that they do
throughout the day. It is also a part of classroom management and should be not neglected.

ACTIVITY:

Through your resource teacher, observe/ask the following routine activities in the class.

Morning class session

Noon break

Afternoon class session

My evidence: create your own daily routine once you become a teacher through a matrix.
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Module 3: Encountering Different Teachers

As you explore the learning in this subject, you may encounter different teachers with different perspectives
and ideals. Teachers are molded by experiences and time. You will learn through their wisdom and you may apply it
in your future career as a teacher.

In this module, you will meet different teachers according to their years of experience and gain new insights
on their lives.

Activity area: Create interview with different teachers with different years of experience. Ask the following questions:

Ask this first before starting an interview:

Name: Sr. Arjun Adame

Age:20
Years in Service:1
Degree (if he/she has masters/doctors degree)
School Graduated and year: Mary Hill College 2018
1. Beginning teacher (1-3 years of experience)
a. Where did you earn your degree? When?
Mary Hil College, June 1, 2018.
b. How did your school prepared your to become a good teacher?
Training w/c include lesson plan, demo teaching and visual aids making.
c. When did your start teaching as a professional?
June 2018 at STI.
d. What makes you happy as a teacher? What makes you disappointed?
When students understand the lesson and use it in practical situation, when the student
didn’t understand the lesson.
e. What kind of professional teacher would you dream before you retire?
That there are other people learn from me other than our lesson but the values and to
motivate and encourage them to pursue their dreams/goals.
Name: Ms. Joan Deocales
Age:27
Years in Service:13
Degree (if he/she has masters/doctors degree)
School Graduated and year: Bachelor in Elementary Education/ENGLISH, Master Of Arts in
Teaching English Language Arts, Master Eduzational Management
2. Young professional teacher (4-10 years of experience)
a. Are you satisfied with your job as a professional teacher for the past few years? Why?
Yes, of course, because I see my students strive hard and success in their choosing
career.
b. What are the things that you do as a professional teacher that makes you happy? Sad?
When I see student na successful sila when they cameback in school, and also whend
they go to my classroom to visit me, in sad is when i see my student stop in study.
c. What are your plans for the future as a professional teacher?
My plans in the future is to pursue my study to be a master holder.
d. Do you think you will retire as aprofessional teacher or look for other jobs? Why?
I will say that, maybe I will see myself that I will retire as a professional teacher.

Name: Sr. Dominggo R. Cueto

Age:36
Years in Service:13
Degree (if he/she has masters/doctors degree)
School Graduated and year: Bachelor in Elementary Education/ENGLISH, Master Of Arts in
Teaching English Language Arts, Master Eduzational Management
3. Mentor/Master teacher (11-15 years of teaching)
a. Are you satisfied with your job as a mentor professional teacher for the past few years? Why?
A professional teacher is a fulfilling job because a teacher plays a major role in the lives
of people and in the country. A teacher guides and impart knowledge to students which
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knowledge serves as foundation of students in dealing with activities and challenges in
life.
b. How did you mentor young professional teachers?
Address their needs and Treat them as a colleague
c. Looking back to your early years as a professional, how do you compare yourself with your mentees
now?
I have become more matured, responsive and tolerant now.
d. Do you think you will retire as a professional teacher or you will be promoted to higher position?
I hope I will retire in a higher position.

Name: Sr. Allan Abisamis

Age:48
Years in Service:24
Degree (if he/she has masters/doctors degree)
School Graduated and year: Master of Arts in administration and Supervision (SLSU) units in
public Ad.
4. Expert/sterling teacher (15 years)
a. Are you satisfied with your job as a professional teacher for the past years? Why?
Yes, because the profession is fulfilling and rewarding when you see your students
become successful in their career.
b. What was your most unforgettable experience as a professional teacher?
May one time, when I organize a debate in gender issue (rights of Men and Women)
nagging magulo kasi may nag away na grupo.
c. What do you consider as your most significant contribution to the teaching profession?
Social transformation: transformation education, agent for social transformation
d. What are your plans in the future as a professional teacher?
I plan on pursuing master degree and to become a principal sa mga urban areas sana to
help them to have a development.

Name: Ms. Esperanza Fe Padillo

Age:65
Years in Service:40
Degree (if he/she has masters/doctors degree): Post graduate degree us DSSE (Diploma in
Social Studies Education)
5. Retired teacher
a. What are your usual activities as a retired teacher?
Gardening, traveling and also teaching
b. What are your memorable experiences as a teacher?
When student comeback to you and they give respect and giving me thanks sa lahat ng
tulong at process noong sila ay estudyante mo lalong lalo na sa mga batang dati ay
walang wala, then yung saan ka man pumunta may student na nakakakilala sayo.
c. How long have you taught as a professional teacher?
1975 up to 2015
d. Would you consider teaching as greatest profession? Why?
Yes, teaching is the only profession that you can touch life and give you greatest
opportunity to change life.

Through the answers of the teachers, create a written report in each teacher. Secure a copy of a picture with the
teacher.