THE SCHOOL’S LEARNING RESOURCE

CENTER
My learning Episode Overview
Episode I provides an opportunity for students to
examine a Learning Resource Center or Multi Media Center
and learn about its collection, services, equipment and reflect on how it supports the teaching
learning process.

My Intended Learning Outcomes

In this Episode, I must be able to:
 describe the goals of a Learning Resource / Multi-Media Center
 identify and classify resources that facilitate the teaching-learning processes.
 explain the services of the center that support learning.

My Performance Criteria
I will be rated along the following:

 quality of my observations and documentation.

 completeness and depth of analysis.
 depth and clarity of classroom observation-based reflection,
 time of submission of portfolio.

My Learning Essentials

1. A school usually sets up a center which will provide valuable support to the teaching-
learning process. Over the years the name of this center has evolved. Some of the
names are Audio-Visual Center, Media and Technology Department, or Simply
Learning Resource center.

2. With the very fast development of information and communication technology (ICT),
the natural outcome was the ever-expanding interface between the traditional library
and ICT both in terms of hardware and software systems and applications.

3. Schools may have different set-ups when it comes to a Learning Resource Center
(LRC). Some have replaced the term library with LRC. Some have a separate
library, LRC and Audio Visual or Media Center. Some just have the LRC both for
teachers and students.

4. The common purpose among these centers is to provide print, audio-visual and ICT
resources to support the teaching-learning process.

5. The goals of the Center may include, orienting and training teachers in the use of
audio visual and ICT resources, working with teachers and administrators in

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 producing instructional materials, making available useful resources to the students,
teachers and the school community.

6. In order to support the philosophy and aims of the school, the Center must fulfill the
following functions;
 Center of resources
 Laboratory of Learning
 Agent of teaching
 Service agency
 Coordinating agency
 Recreational reading center
 A link to other community resources

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My Map

To realize my Intended Learning Outcomes, I will work my way through these steps:

4. Write down a brief

reflection of 1. Visit a school’s Learning
Resource Center. Look
around and see what
resources and facilities are
available inside.

3. Make an inventory of its 2. Ask the Learning

available resources and Resource Center in-charge
classify them according to about how some equipment
their characteristics and or facilities are used.
functions.

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My Tools
As you visit and observe the Learning Resource Center,
use activity forms provided for you to document your
observations. Ask the assistance of the one manning the Center
courteously.

An Observation Guide for a LEARNING RESOURCE

Read the following statements carefully before you observe.

1. Go around the Learning Resource Center.
2. Find out what learning resources are present.
3. Examine and describe how the materials are arranged and how they are
classified. Are they free from dust and moisture? Are they arranged for easy
access?
4. Read the guidelines/procedures for borrowing of materials. Are these
guidelines/procedures posted or available for the users to refer to?
5. Familiarize yourself with the guidelines and procedures. You may choose to
take photos of the center (if allowed).

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 After you have observed, classify the resources available that you believe are most
useful. Please use the activity form provided for you.
Name of Center Observed: Library
Date of Observation:
Name of Observer: Chris Mark B. Valencia
Course / Year / School: BSED T.L.E 3A

List of Available Learning Resources

Available Learning Characteristics and Unique Teaching Approaches where the

Resources Capabilities Resource is most Useful
( Enumerate in bullet form)
1. Print Resources All of these Print Resources will It will be most useful during an
 Books provide information and interactive instruction during
 Magazines knowledge to all students and classroom discussion. It allows for
 Newspapers teachers. range of groupings and interactive
 Clippings methods.
2. Audio Resources By this Audio Resources learners Letting the learners explore the
can develop their vocabulary and elements of an audio production
listening skill. could an effective teaching approach
because it develops listening skills
for the learners.
3. Non-electronic Visual They were models and specimen Experiential learning could be in it
Resources that were being preserved, thus where it is learner-centered and
 Models, globe the learners can have a close activity oriented that will really use it
 Microscope etc. reality experience. Brings out and be familiar with it.
 Typewriter information and reality
experience for the learners
especially those who were not
familiarize with it.
4. ICT Resources ICT Resources are powerful Direct instruction was highly teacher
 Computer instructional tools because it directed and may be used in this ICT
 Television contributes to a more learning Resources. It includes lectures,
 Projector lasting learning because of visual explicit teaching and demonstration.
and motion.

Impression about LRC;

Name and Signature of Observer; Chris Mark B. Valencia

Name and Signature of the Learning Resource Center In-Charge

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My Analysis
Were the learning resources/materials arranged properly according to their functions and
characteristics?
The books inside the library were properly arranged as to their types and functions. The
proper arrangement of learning resources help the learners as well as the teachers to
easily locate their needs.
Do the guidelines and procedures facilitate easy access to the materials by the teachers?
Why? Why not?
The guidelines and procedures facilitate easy access to the materials is such a ways
that this guidelines do not involve great exertion or discomfort on the teachers or any
users of it.

What are the strengths of this Learning Resource Center?

Learning resource center can be developed to educate all people and provide quality
education that can be used in facing the 21 st century. The strengths of this LRC
depends on the people or person in charge were he/she knows efficiently on how to use
and facilitate it. The materials need to be sufficient enough to the population of the
school and must be always available if needs by the student or even the teachers. It
also to suit the latest trends in the society.
What are its weaknesses?
A learning resources center was only good as the resources. They have enough and the
person in charge in this LRC is insufficient and person in charge lacks the ideas and
knowledge in handling it, it will become their weaknesses and may cans a damage not
just to the materials but also to the users. For instance if they have the latest LRC but
no one knows how to manage it, it will be useless.
What suggestions can you make?
Suggest that the LRC must be well planned and properly managed by the person who is
capable of handling it and flexibility enough to handle changes especially in the
technology in order to manage properly the said resources that will benefit the school
teachers and the students. Learning resource center must be designed according to the
interest of the students so that their attention will be caught and it must be an
information provider to reinforce students learning.

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My Reflection/ Insights

1. Which of the materials in the Learning Resource Center caught your

interest the most? Why?

The materials in the Learning Resource Center that really caught my

interest were the print materials like the books because they were
properly arranged according to their types and use. It seems that
there was a proper maintenance because most of the books were
free from dust.

2. Which gadgets/materials are you already confident to use/operate?

I’m confident to use the computer because I have one and I‘m using this when I’m
reporting and everyday use? I’m also confident to use the books, projector and
other materials that I really know how to operator because I’m very familiar with
it.

3. Which ones do you feel you need to learn more about?

I really want to know more about the use of PowerPoint presentation especially
the use of Excel and Hyperlink.

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Integrating Theory and Practice
Direction: Read the items given below and encircle the correct answer.

1. All are responsibilities of the Learning Resource/ Audio-Visual/Educational Technology

Center of a school EXCEPT
A. Make available technology equipment for use of teachers and students
B. Conduct training for teachers on how to use technology tools
C. Work with teachers in producing instructional materials
D. Accomplish the students’ technology project for them

2. The Learning Resource / Audio-visual / Educational Technology Center regularly

provides the teachers a list of websites, apps and instructional materials available in the
city which are relevant to the different subjects they teach. This fulfills which function?

A. Recreational reading center

B. A link to other community resources
C. Laboratory of learning
D. Center of resources

3. The Learning Resource / Audio-visual / Educational Technology Center sponsors a

seminar-workshop for teachers and administrators on the use of the latest presenter
applications. This fulfills which functions?

A. Center of Resources
B. Agent of teaching
C. Coordinating reading agency
D. Recreational reading center

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My Learning Portfolio
Paste an article about an example of technology gadget/material that you want to learn more
about. How can this gadget/material be useful in instruction/teaching?

An article about an example of technology gadget/material that you want to learn about
The Latest Software
While some districts may provide helpful curriculum tracking and organizing software,
teachers can always use a little something extra. No matter what the subject area, there
are a plethora of options available when it comes to software and apps.
Consider the following useful classroom apps:
Adobe Voice- This helpful tool allows users record themselves narrating a story to a
series of digital images, providing endless possibilities in the classroom.
Inspiration Apps- These brainstorming tools will help students scaffold and organize
their ideas in a meaningful context. It’s packed with templates and plenty of options for
sharing.
Explain Everything – This excellent tool for creating tutorials is perfect for giving
directions. Teachers say it support the learning process and is helpful for video,
presentations, annotating and more.
Class Dojo – This classroom management app promotes positive behavior and saves
precious time in the classroom by providing teachers with an easy way to record merits
and demerits. Furthermore, Class Dojo provides administrators and parents with instant
information about students’ progress and behavior in the classroom.
VideoScribe – This app allows students to create animated videos, replicating the
popular whiteboard-style tutorial. It has been praised for its ease-of-use and innovation.

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 My Learning Rubric (How did I perform in this episode?)
Field Study 3, Episode 1 – The School’s Learning Resource Center
Focus on:
 describing the goals of a learning resource/ multi-media center
 identifying and classify resources that facilitate the teaching-
learning processes
 explaining the services of the Center that support learning

Name of FS Student: Chris Mark Valencia Date Submitted:

Year & Section: T.L.E 3 - A Course: BSED
Learning Episodes Exemplary Superior Satisfactory Needs Improvement
4 3 2 1
All tasks were done with All or nearly all tasks Nearly all tasks were Fewer than half of tasks
outstanding quality; work were done with high done with acceptable were done; or most
Learning Activities exceeds expectations quality. quality. objectives were met but
need improvement.

4 3 2 1
All questions were Analysis questions were Analysis questions were Analysis questions were
answered completely; in answered completely. not answered not answered.
Analysis of the Learning depth answers; completely.
Episode thoroughly grounded on Clear connection with Vaguely related to the Grammar and spelling
theories. Exemplary theories. theories unsatisfactory
grammar and spelling.
Grammar and spelling Grammar and spelling
are superior. acceptable
3 2 1
4
Reflection statements Reflection statements Reflection statements Reflection statements are
are profound and clear; are clear, but not clearly are shallow; supported unclear and shallow and
Reflections/ Insights supported by supported by by experiences from the are not supported by
experiences from the experiences from the learning episodes experiences from the
learning episodes learning episodes learning episodes
4 3 2 1
Portfolio is complete, Portfolio is complete, Portfolio is incomplete; Analysis questions were
clear, well-organized and clear, well-organized; supporting not answered.
Learning Portfolio all supporting; most supporting documentations are
documentations are documentations are organized but are Grammar and spelling
located in sections available and logical and lacking unsatisfactory
clearly designated clearly marked locations
4 3 2 1
Submission of Learning Submitted before the Submitted on the Submitted a day after Submitted two days or
Episode deadline deadline the deadline more after the deadline
4 3 2 1
COMMENT/S Rating:
Over-all score (Based on
transmutation)

TRANSMUTATION OF SCORE TO GRADE/ RATING

Score 20 19-18 17 16 15 14 13-12 11 10 9-8 7 below
Grade 1.0 1.25 1.5 1.75 2.00 2.25 2.50 2.75 3.00 3.50 5.00
99 96 93 90 87 84 81 78 75 72 71-below

Signature of FS Teacher Date:

Above Printed Name

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