SCHOOL : Aklan Catholic College 

1. School Profile

Aklan Catholic College (ACC) is one of the private educational institutions in the Philippines that provides quality education with strong academic and moral values. The school offers various academic programs from basic education to college level, with facilities that support both theoretical and practical learning.

During my participation in the SEA-Teacher program, I was assigned to teach Grade 11 students in the subject Visual Graphic Designing (VGD). This subject focuses on digital design skills, especially in creating visual and three-dimensional models using computer software. The class activities were conducted in the computer laboratory, where students could directly practice using the software while learning the concepts.

The school environment is very supportive for learning. Students are disciplined, respectful, and active during class activities. Teachers also guide students not only academically but also in character development, which is one of the important values in the school.

Aklan Catholic College also provides computer laboratories, multimedia classrooms, and digital learning tools that help students understand the lesson more effectively. These facilities make the teaching and learning process more interactive and interesting, especially for subjects related to technology and design.

2. Academic Support System 

The academic support system at Aklan Catholic College is very good and well organized. The school provides various facilities that help teachers and students achieve academic success, such as computer laboratories, projectors, televisions, and internet access. These facilities are very helpful, especially in teaching Visual Graphic Designing, because students need computers and software to practice directly.

In addition, the school provides strong guidance for student teachers. During my teaching practice, I was assisted by my cooperating teacher and mentors who helped me prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, and classroom activities. They also gave suggestions and feedback after teaching, which helped me improve my teaching skills.

The school also encourages the use of technology in learning. Teachers often use PowerPoint presentations, visual aids, and demonstrations to make the lesson easier to understand. Because of this support, the learning process becomes more effective and students are more interested in the lesson.

3. Teaching System 

Based on my observation, the teaching system at Aklan Catholic College combines theory and practice. Students are not only given explanations, but they are also asked to practice directly using computers and software. This method is very effective for subjects like Visual Graphic Designing, because students need hands-on experience to understand the lesson.

In the VGD class, the learning process usually starts with explanation using PowerPoint, followed by demonstration of the software, and then students practice step by step. The teacher guides the students during the practice to make sure they understand how to use the tools correctly.

The teaching system also encourages student participation. Students are allowed to ask questions, discuss their work, and show their projects to the class. This makes the learning atmosphere active and interactive.

Through this teaching system, students can develop creativity, accuracy, and technical skills, which are very important in digital design learning.

Pedagogical Contents 

1. Teaching Methods Observed

During my placement, I observed my cooperating teacher Jobet Nerval employ a friendly, professional, and engaging teaching style. She used:

• Interactive demonstration of software tools (SketchUp, PowerPoint)

• Step-by-step guided practice to ensure students understand each function

• Positive reinforcement, praising creativity, effort, and accuracy

• Ice-breaking activities to make the classroom atmosphere lively and reduce tension

2. Learning Materials and Innovation

• Primary references: Textbooks, design manuals, and software tutorials

• Innovative methods: Use of games, interactive challenges, and practical projects to increase engagement

• Media tools: PowerPoint, images, videos, and animation to visualize abstract concepts

• Project-based learning: Students work on real-world projects like building a 3D Gasoline Station Booth or room layout

3. Technology Used

• SketchUp – Main software for 3D modeling and visualization

• PowerPoint – To present concepts, workflows, and examples

• Computer Laboratory – Equipped with computers and necessary software

• Projectors and TV screens – To display visual instructions to the whole class

4. Assessment Methods

• Authentic assessment: Evaluating students through projects, 3D models, and visual presentations

• Formative assessment: Monitoring students’ progress during software practice

• Peer review: Encouraging students to provide feedback to each other

• Performance indicators: Accuracy, creativity, use of software tools, adherence to design principles

5. Teaching Plan Related to Major

My teaching plan for Visual Graphic Designing focused on:

• Objectives: Students can understand SketchUp interface, basic tools, and create simple 3D models

• Activities: Ice-breaking, software demonstration, guided modeling, hands-on project (3D booth or room layout), and discussion

• Assessment: Review of completed 3D model, checking technical correctness, creativity, and proper use of tools