Educ 304.

FIELD STUDY 2

EPISODE 1 - 7

Submitted by: IRENE A. BEDIO

Submitted to: PROF. REBIE MARIE MATILDO

Episode 1

Analyze

1.From the PPSTs, the Southeast Asia Teachers Competency Standards and the TEDx videos that you
viewed, what competencies does a great teacher possess?

Answer: In my opinion, a great teacher should have the ability to communicate effectively, listen
attentively, understand their students well, have a strong knowledge of the subject matter, show
humility towards their students, and be willing to take risks. They are not afraid to try new things and
believe that they will receive support even if they fail. Additionally, a great teacher is observant and can
recognize when a student is facing difficulties.

2. Are these competencies limited only to professional competencies?

Answer: No, it's also include the characteristics or the personal attributes of a teacher.

3. For a teacher to be great, is it enough to possess the professional competencies to plan a lesson,
execute a lesson plan, manage a class, assess learning, compute and report grades? Explain your answer.
No, for the teacher to be great, it takes more than just having the right professional skills. Personal
qualities are equally important. Teachers are closely watched and evaluated by those they interact with,
more so than people in other professions. They are held to a higher standard. The impression they make
on students and colleagues is shaped by their personality. How they carry themselves, their confidence,
and how they dress all contribute to their overall appearance. Their facial expressions also communicate
a friendly and approachable demeanor.

4. For a teacher to be great, which is more important personal qualities or professional competencies?

Answer: In my opinion, both personal qualities and professional competencies hold equal importance.
Licensed professional teachers should not only have the necessary technical and professional skills but
also uphold a dignified reputation and high moral values.

5. Who are the teachers that we remember most?

Answer: In my opinion, students often remember teachers who were kind, funny, and approachable. A
teacher who cares for the mentality of the students, not just the grade, a teacher who encourages them
to be better and gives them words that inspire them, not words that can ruin their confidence. A teacher
who saw something and believed in them that they could do it. And lastly, a teacher who listens to them
and loves them.

Reflect

● Which personal traits do I possess? Not possess? Where do I need improvement in?

Answer: One of my strengths is being a good listener. I love engaging in conversations and making jokes.
I take pride in being a reliable friend who is open and attentive when others want to discuss personal
matters or problems. I have a fair sense of judgment and hold a high level of respect for others.
However, I admit that I could use some improvement in the areas of patience and leadership. My
patience tends to run short, and I often rely on others when it comes to leadership responsibilities.

● Which professional competencies am I strongly capable of demonstrating?

Answer: I excel in several professional competencies, including collaboration, maintaining a professional

demeanor, effective communication, creating a safe learning environment, and utilizing diverse teaching
resources.

● In which competencies do I need to develop more?

Answer: The competencies that I need to develop more is my ability to adapt to different learning styles
and needs of my students.

● Who are the teachers that we remember most?

Answer: In my view, students tend to have lasting memories of teachers who were not only kind, funny,
and brilliant, but also passionate about their work. These are the teachers who genuinely cared about
their students. We remember the teachers who provided support, encouragement, and saw the
potential in their students that others may have overlooked. They were able to establish a connection
with their students and were approachable, with a knack for listening attentively.

Write Action Reseaexh Prompts

1. OBSERVE

In assisting my Resource Teacher, I observed that personal traits such as kindness and being calmed, and
professional competencies like using effective strategies on students learning and engaging students in
every activity were least and the not displayed being clear and a loud voice for the instructorion and as a
result, students were /class was not listening and not behaving well.

2. REFLECT

The lack of these personal traits and professional competencies (mentioned in #1) may be caused by
the student who is not listening well because they keep talk to thier classmate/ satiate, so they don't
here clearly the instruction of thier student.

3. PLAN

I would like to address this problem (mentioned in # 2) by conducting an action research on how to
managing student talking and lack of attention during discussion.

4. ACT

a) The main objective of my action research is to investigate effective strategies for managing student
talking and lack of attention in the classroom, ultimately improving the learning environment and
student engagement.

b) My specific research questions are:

1. What are the common triggers or factors that contribute to student talking and lack of attention in
the classroom?

2. What strategies can be implemented to promote self-regulation and self-monitoring among students
to minimize talking and increase attention during instruction?

3. How does the implementation of specific behavior management interventions impact student
behavior, engagement, and academic performance?

c) To answer my specific research questions, I conduct observation to collect data on a students

behavior, read articles or review of related literature or study and journals, implement, collecting data
on the effectiveness of the intervention, analyze the data and draw a conclusion.

Check for Mastery

Direction: Read the questions and choose the letter of the correct answer.

A 1. Which behavior does a great teacher who can empathize with his/her students display?

A. Feels what students feel

B. Expects students to understand his/her feelings

C. Gives no assignment

D. Makes test easy

A 2. According to students, a great teacher is "chill". What does this mean? Teacher is

l. cool II. calm III. doesn't get overwhelmed

A. I, II and III

B. I and II

C. I only

D. I and II

D 3. Which professional competency refers to content knowledge and pedagogy?

l. Apply developmentally appropriate and meaningful pedagogy grounded on content

II. Display proficiency in Mother Tongue, Filipino and English in the teaching and knowledge a current
research learning process

III. Demonstrate skill in the use of communication strategies, teaching strategies, and technologies to
promote high quality learning

A. I only

B. II only

C. I and II

D. I, II and III

D 4. To address the diversity of learners, which professional competency must teacher display?

A. Apply interactive teaching

B. Do differentiated teaching

C. Use Problem-based learning

D. Employ Project-based learning

A 5. In the Southeast Asian Teachers Competency Framework, who is at the center with whom the
professional teacher relates?

A. The professional teacher.

B. The school heads

C. The joyful learner

D. The parent/guardian

Work on my Artifacts

Reflection:

This TED Talk by Azul Terronez focuses on the question, "What makes a great teacher great?". Terronez,
a teacher himself, has collected responses from over 26,000 students throughout his career. He argues
that listening to students is the key to understanding what makes a great teacher. Through his
experiences and the student responses he has collected, Terronez highlights the importance of teachers
who are lifelong learners, passionate about their subjects, and who see their students as individuals.

Terronez's talk really connects with me deeply, especially in the quotes he discusses that "a great
teacher understands that they have a life outside of the school. He missed to understand what the
reason was why Yvette missed to submit her homework. The teacher immediately said to the student
that he was really disappointed in the act of the students. As you can see, he didn't think about the
reason or what happened to Yvette; instead, he said that he was disappointed in the student. And he
felt sorry after he heard the reason of Yvette. That was the time that Mr. Terronez realised how
important it is for a teacher to listen to their students.

As a student who is soon to be a teacher, I can now appreciate the importance of a teacher who listens
to their students. Students often have valuable insights to offer, and when teachers take the time to
listen, they can create a more positive and productive learning environment. Also, if the students know
that their teacher is listening to them, they find the teacher more approachable, and they can share any
problems with them.

According to Beth Pandolpho(2018) Listening is a Teacher's most Powerful Tool, this article emphasizes
the power of listening as a teaching strategy. It highlights the importance of teachers listening to their
students, learning who they are, and understanding what sparks their curiosity.

Another article by Yussif (2023) Why Do Teacher Needs To Be Good Listeners, it state that a teachers
need to be good listeners because it helps them to better understand their students and create a
positive learning environment. Good listening skills allow teachers to understand the student’s point of
view, foster cooperation, and build trust. Teachers who are good listeners also tend to be better
organizers and disciplinarians because they can anticipate problems before they occur.
Terronez's TED Talk is a powerful reminder of the importance of listening to students. By listening to our
students, we can gain valuable insights into what they need and want from their education. We can also
create a more positive and productive learning environment for everyone. If we truly listened to our
students and implemented the ideas suggested by Terronez and the authors he referenced, we could
transform schools and education for the better.

Reflection:

This talk by Adam Saenz, titled "The Power of a Teacher," focuses on the what is impact thof the
educators can bring con their students' lives. Saenz, a school psychologist, he is a curios about the
impact of the teacher towards in their student and that he shares his personal story of encountering
influential teachers who helped him turn his life around and ultimately find his calling. Through his
experience, Saenz argues that educators play a crucial role in shaping their students' identities and
futures.

Saenz's story had an effect on me on a personal level.As a student who is on average, having a teacher
who inspires me and who sees or believes in my capabilities is really great for me. I remember that there
is one teacher that I think I dissapoint with, but instead she says something like, I make it a challenge
and inspire me to do better. Through this video, I realised what the impact of the teacher was on me.
She not only imparted knowledge but also instilled in me valuable life lessons, encouraged me to pursue
my goals, and believed in me even when I doubted myself. Their dedication and passion for teaching left
a lasting impression on me and continue to shape my own personal and professional journey.

Lui Woon Chai and Christine C. M. Goh (2016),"Teachers’ perceptions, experience, and learning",this
article discusses the influence of teachers on student learning, school culture, and their own
professional growth. These articles centre on the theme of teachers’ perceptions, experience, and
learning. Although different in educational, geographical, and socio-cultural contexts, these articles
collectively illustrate the influence of teachers on student learning, school culture, and their own
professional identity and growth, as well as highlighting challenges and constraints in pre- and in-service
teacher education programmes that can impact teachers’ own learning.

According to Davion Johnson (2017) in his study titled The Role of Teachers in Motivating Students to
Learn, this article discusses the role of the teacher in students’ motivation to learn. The literature on
learning and motivation reveals the ways that teachers can increase students’ motivation to learn. While
students may have an innate desire to learn, the external support provided by the teacher has a
significant impact on students’ learning. The teacher’s role in motivation includes, but is not limited to,
creating an environment conducive to learning. The teacher’s role in encouraging support of students’
autonomy, relevance, and relatedness of the material increases motivation to learn. Additionally, the
teacher’s ability to develop students’ competence, interest in subject taught, and perception of self-
efficacy are all important factors that influence students’ motivation to learn.
Teachers have a profound impact on their students' lives, as emphasized in Adam Saenz's talk, "The
Power of a Teacher." Saenz's personal story and the articles by Lui Woon Chai and Christine C. M. Goh,
and Davion Johnson highlight the influence of teachers on student learning, motivation, and personal
growth. Through their dedication and belief in their students' capabilities, teachers inspire and challenge
them to do better. They impart not only knowledge but also valuable life lessons, encouraging students
to pursue their goals and instilling self-belief. Teachers create an environment conducive to learning,
supporting students' autonomy, relevance, and relatedness to the material. They foster students'
competence, interest in the subject, and self-efficacy, all of which contribute to their motivation to
learn. The impact of teachers extends beyond the classroom, shaping students' identities and futures.
Let us recognize and appreciate the invaluable role of teachers in shaping the lives of their students and
inspiring them to reach their full potential.