FS 1 (EPISODE 2) – LEARNER’S CHARACTERISTICS AND NEEDS

Target: At the end of this activity, I will gain competence in differentiating the characteristics’ and
needs of learners from different level (or sections).

Tools: Learners Development Matrix

Record the data you gathered about the learners’ characteristics and needs in this matrix. This will allow
you to compare the characteristics and needs of learners from different level (or sections).

Section A: Section B: Section C:

Physical
a. Gross Motor
Skill
b. Fine motor skill
c. Self- help skills
Social
a. Interaction
with Teachers
b. Interaction
with
Classmates/
Friends
c. Interests

Emotional
a. Moods and
temperament,
of expression
of feelings
b. Emotional
Independence
Cognitive
a. Communication
Skills
b. Thinking Skills
c. Problem
Solving
Write the most salient development characteristics of the learners you observed. Based on this
characteristics, think of an implication for the teachers

PRE- SCHOOL /HIGH-SCHOOL OBSERVED IMPLICATION TO THE

TEACHING & LEARNING
PROCESS

Section A

Section B

Section C

Reflections:
1. While you were observing the learners, did you recall you own experiences when
You were at their age? What similarities or differences do you have with the
learners you observed?
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2. Think of a teacher you cannot forget for positive or negative reasons. How did
she/he help or not help you with your needs (physical, emotional, social, and
cognitive)? How did it affect you?
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3. Which is your favorite theory of development? How can this guide you as a
future teacher?
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4. Share your insights here.

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YOUR PORTFOLIO:
What is your favourite theory of development? How can this guide you as a future teacher