GEE PMT Module 2
GEE PMT Module 2
GEE PMT Module 2
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This module presents an overview of the teacher as a professional, the qualifications and preparations.
This also presents appropriate demeanors expected of a teacher.
I. OBJECTIVES. Specifically, after working on this module, you should be able to do the following:
1. Discuss varying concepts about the teacher as a professional
2. Make a sound judgement on the need for continuing education for teachers
3. Share personal ideas and points of view on teachers’ demeanor.
Professional Qualities
1. Mastery of the subject matter – this is the first essential requisite of effective
teaching.
The teacher must:
• Have a thorough grasp of the subject he
teaches
• must possess a wide range of knowledge
and information of the subject
• keep abreast and keep up with new trends
and development in his area
2. Understanding the learner – 2nd essential of
effective teaching is knowledge of the nature of
the learner. It is important that the teacher
must like the learner. A teacher who has a
genuine concern and sincere love for children
can virtually imbue them with love of studying
and learning. It is important to be aware and
understand the:
a. Basic principles of human growth and development
b. Different levels of intellectual and emotional maturity of the children
c. Learner’s interests, background, and previous experiences which in effect,
can be used in motivating the learners.
3. Understanding the principles and methods of teaching and skill in the use of
strategies and techniques for proper implementation. The teacher should be
able to promote learning effectively through:
• Knowing what to teach (subject matter) Knowing how to teach(method)
4. General understanding of other branches/field of knowledge – the teacher must
keep abreast with the explosion of knowledge and be able to show how his
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subject relates with other areas of knowledge. A broad understanding of the
arts, languages, literature, philosophy, mathematics, physical science and culture
is necessary.
5. Understanding and taking pride of teaching as a profession – the teacher must:
• Understand his task and the corresponding responsibility
• Value and uphold ethical professional relationships with other people at
all times
• Be aware of the importance of professional organizations for teachers
and be an active member
• Be aware of the need for keeping abreast with the demands, changes and
challenges in education through various in-service programs.
• Teachers’ personality must be natural and genuine, that is, devoid of pretenses and
artificiality. They must be consistent, true and authentic.
• The teachers, more than any other professional, are momentarily subjected to scrutiny
to the minutest detail and observation by those they associate with. Teachers are judged
more strictly than other professionals. The personality they project determines the
impressions they make upon students and colleagues. Their poise, bearing and manner
of dressing create a stunning and attractive appearance. Their facial expression
communicates a friendly and amiable disposition.
Polished Demeanor- refers to the more refined behavior, manner or appearance of the teacher
towards the students and other people.
Activity 2. Does teacher demeanor affect the behavior of students? Yes or No? Why?
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