FIELD STUDEY 2: LEARNING EPISODE 6 Enhancing a Face-to-Face Learning

Environment

Participate and Assist

Given the concepts and the infographic, how can you participate and assist in a face-
to-face learning environment?

I would participate in the face-to-face learning by assisting students and addressing all
of their problems at the same time  to make sure that the class discussion will be  smooth and
effectively.

Notice

Having been exposed to the traditional classrooms in your basic education, it seems
that everything is familiar. However, as teaching-learning theories evolve over time there are
changes that are taking place.

What changes have you noticed in the face-to-face classroom spaces?

Classroom Environment Before Classroom Environment Now

They used the Traditional Materials in They used TV, Projector and Laptop with
discussion internet in teaching and learning.
Students desk are not comfortable Each students has their own chair
Teacher centered Student Centered
Does not have enough ventilation and small Provides enough ventilation and a lot of
space space

Analyze

What do you think brought the changes in the face-to-face learning environment now?

The changes to face-to-face classes have been brought about by the development of
technology.
From the changes that you identified, choose one that you can do. How will you do it?

Being a millennial and being exposed to modern technology has made me able to
move away from traditional learning materials to modern resources like TV, projectors, and
laptops with internet connections is the thing that I can do.

Reflect

Do you think making the learning environment conducive for a face-to-face

classroom will enable the learners to achieve better learning outcomes? Explain your answer.

Yes, because students spend a lot of time in school, with the majority of this time
being in the classroom. Therefore, the layout and arrangement of the classroom should be one
that encourages students to be productive.

Write Action Research Prompts

OBSERVE

What common problem have I noticed in a face-to-face learning environment?

The common problem that I noticed in the face-to-face learning environment is the
unnecessary noise.

Can I translate this problem into a question?

What is or are the causes of unnecessary noises in the face-to-face learning

environment?

REFLECT

How would I solve the problem?

This problem is cannot be solved but it can be minimized.

Will it improve my teaching? How?

By means of minimizing the noise, the teaching and learning process will go
smoothly.
PLAN

What will I do to solve the problem? Describe briefly how you will do it.

Actually, you can teach students to have self-discipline and create rules in classroom.

Check for Mastery

Choose the best answer from the options given.

1. In the face-to-face learning environment, the most critical elements is/are the
A. arrangement of chairs and tables.
B. physical, psychological and social considerations
C. teacher and the student interactions
D. None of the above
2. The traditional classroom spaces are still considered valid and effective for as long as
these conditions exist. What are these conditions?
I. There should be one teacher to one student ratio.
II. Chairs should be fixed in such a way that they cannot be removed.
III. The presence of the teacher is needed in a given time to guide learning.
IV. All students should be heard in class discussion.
A. I & II
B. II & III
C. I & IV
D. III & IV
3. The best instructional material in the traditional classroom is the
A. blackboard
B. computer
C. Teacher
D. bulletin board
4. Outdoor activities like group games, scavenger hunt and the like provide a positive
A. psychological environment
B. social environment
C. physical environment
D. cognitive development
 5. It is observed that different classrooms have different arrangements of chairs, tables
and benches because of
A. school budget
B. different purposes
C. delivery of supply
D. donations received

Work on my Artifacts

Visit a school, where the learning environment is face-to-face. Prepare a detailed

report describing the face-to-face learning environment in terms of the three components:

Physical Environment

 Is the space inside the room more than enough for learners to move about?
 Does the room arrangement match with teaching-learning principles?Are there
several room arrangements in the school?
 Are the visual displays attractive and do they stimulate learning?
 Are the school premises safe and is the classroom space free from hazards?
 Are learners comfortable in terms of light and ventilation?

Psychological Environment

 Are there sets of rules and procedures followed? What are these?
 Are there sets of expectations that can motivate the learners to learn?
 Are these observables in the classroom?
- Classroom atmosphere based on trust, cooperation and empathy
- Modeling of positive attitude, respectful behavior, constructive actions
- Avoidance of ridicule, sarcasm, superiority in the classroom
- Opportunities for learners to share their experiences and learning with each
other

Social Environment

 Are there opportunities for positive interaction inside the classroom?

 Are there outdoor activities that foster friendship, camaraderie and
cooperation?
 How are individual needs and differences considered?
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Title: The Face-to-Face Learning Environment

Describe the physical environment:

The design and layout of a classroom and its learning centers are known to as the
physical environment. Teachers should organize the physical environment by assigning its
areas, decor, and materials to maximize learning opportunities and student engagement.

Describe the psychological environment:

This varies for each classroom environment, but a positive classroom environment will
have the following characteristics, a safe, a welcoming atmosphere, a sense of belonging
among students, trust between students and the teacher, willingness in students to ask
questions, participate and take risks, clear expectations, and fair and honest feedback, from
the teacher.

Describe the social environment:

The term social environment refers to the way that a classroom environment influences
or supports the interactions that occur among young children, teachers, and family
members, small groups allow more time for interaction with individual children and are
ideal for teaching new skills and providing feedback.