SEA-Teacher Batch 10 in Philippines

SEA-Teacher Batch 10 in Philippines

Pedagogical Contents

Teaching Methods

Based on observations I made while at Indang Central Elementary School, especially at special schools, teachers have different teaching methods. Some of them use methods such as constructive, direct learning, problem-based learning. It should also be noted that discussions and quizzes are sometimes combined in one lesson to take full advantage of students abilities to understand the material being taught. 

Learning Materials and Innovation

The learning materials used in special schools at Indang Central Elementary School usually combine explanations with direct media such as pictures or videos. Teachers also create various learning media containing learning materials such as picture dice, flash cards, spinning wheels, and many more. Teachers also test students' understanding of learning material by asking the questions and worksheets.

Sources of Learning and Technology

Generally, teachers at Indang Central Elementary School use the internet as a learning resource. Teachers also usually don't bring textbooks when learning, but rather laptops and usually use a smart TV attached to the wall.

Authentic Assessmet

Assessment or evaluation at Indang Central Elementary School usually involves assessing students understanding, whether the students are able to understand the learning delivered by the teacher. Evaluation activities can include answering questions from the teacher, doing worksheets, and being given homework. This evaluation is usually carried out at the end of learning in the core activities before continuing with the closing

Teaching Practice

Procedures of Teaching

Learning activities are divided into three parts, namely opening, core activities, and closing. Firstly, the opening activity began with singing the national anthem, praying, reading the pledge, Calabarzon march, exercise, reading the calendar, and repeating previous learning material. After that, in the core activity, the teacher begins to explain the learning material that will be studied that day using various media and asks short questions to strengthen students' understanding. Next, students are asked to do worksheets that are relevant to today's learning. As a closing activity, the teacher repeats today's learning and gives homework as reinforcement, followed by prayer and greetings. 

Time Management and Organizing Activities

Time management is an important thing to pay attention to considering that I only have time to teach one session, which is about an hour. I was able to divide my time appropriately where I used the first 15 minutes for opening activities, which consisted of singing the national anthem, praying, reading the pledge, Calabarzon march, exercise, reading the calendar, and reviewing previous learning material. The next 30 minutes are used to deliver the material, using media that is easy for students to understand. And the last 15 minutes are used for closing activities, starting from reviewing the lesson, praying, and saying closing greetings. 

Classroom Management

Apart from time management, classroom management is also very important for the continuity of learning. The conditions of the students I teach are different, but I always advise them to always pay attention to class rules. This aims to ensure that learning remains conducive, comfortable and enjoyable. Even though their conditions are different, they can still be directed well.

Problem Solving

Problems can arise when I teach, both from the lessons to the students themselves. While I was teaching there, I experienced challenges such as the students suddenly having tantrums, it was very difficult to focus, it was noisy, getting material was quite difficult because it had to be taught in Tagalog and English at the same time. But fortunately, I was able to calm students who were having tantrums, regain the attention of students who were experiencing problems with their concentration, and study and explain the material in a simple but understandable way for the students.