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“For Nation’s Greater
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“For Nation’s Greater
Heights” LEARNING MODULE No. 1
Topic: The School Environment

OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 1.1 Exploring the School Campus

Resource Teacher: Cristal P. Macatigbac Teacher's Signature:

School: Surigao del Norte National High School Grade/Year Level: 11-STEM
Subject Area: Komunikasyon at Pananaliksik sa Wika at Kulturang Filipino
Date: October 24, 2022

To realize the Intended Learning Outcome, work through these steps:

1. Visit a school. Look into facilities and support learning areas in the campus, then in
classroom.
2. Observe and use the checklist as you move around the school premises.
3. Analyze your gathered data about the school environment.
4. Reflect on the characteristics of a school environment that promotes learning.
5. Present your idea of a good school environment through any of these:
a) Descriptive paragraph b) Photo essay
c) Sketch or drawing d) Poem, song or rap

OBSERVE

As you move around the campus, observations forms are provided for you to document your
observations. It is advised that you read the entire worksheet before proceeding to the school
site. A good understanding of the activities and tasks to be accomplished in the activity sheets
will yield better learning results.

SCHOOL FACILITIES OBSERVATION CHECKLIST

Familiarize yourself with the different areas and facilities of the school. Check the column to
indicate their availability. Give a brief description of those that are available, and say how each
will contribute to the students' learning and development.
Facilities / Description Will it contribute
students' learning and
development? Why
The office of the principal is Yes, principal’s office is
Office of the Principal School / easy to find. From the entrance, important and will contribute to
you just have to turn right two students learning and
times and from the inner court development because it is a
there you can find the office. place where most of the
The principal’s office have teachers and parents go if they
enough space that is perfect to have important matters or
accommodate visitors, teachers concerns for the students that
and parents if they have needs to immediately
concerns. responded.
It is located at the second floor, Library plays a vital role in
Library / above the principal’s office. All every school as well as to

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and well organized that can be students can find or look for
easily seen by the students. It additional knowledge and
has notes in each shelf indicated information from books. This
the names of the books place place is quiet enough which
there. The library is spacious for perfectly helps every student
students who will go their and who come there to focus in their
they can rest assured that they study and learning.
can focused on what they are
studying because it is free from
noise.
It is located near the exit of the This is a place that gives
Counseling Room / school. The area is clean and has guidance to every student who
display board posted outside the have disobeyed school rules and
office. Also, it is situated in a take disciplinary action against
place with privacy for those them.
students who require
counselling.
Canteen area was damage due to Snacks that are displayed in the
/ the recent typhoon hit in the canteen are healthy foods. They
Canteen/Cafeteria province. However, there are will be guided what foods to
still vendors or those who sells buy that are good for the body.
snacks outside of the canteen’s Also, they don’t need to go
location. Though it is place outside to buy theirs snacks to
outside, vendors practice eat because there is canteen
cleanliness and follow proper inside the school. Parents can
segregation of waste. There are ensure safety of their children.
no tables and chairs for students Also, students don’t need to go
if they want to stay for a while. home for lunch because canteen
is walking distance and
available in school which also
help students to attend their
class on time.

The office of medical clinic is One of they key amenities a

Medical Clinic / easy to find. You can see it in school should have is a clinic.
front when you enter the Accidents can happen at any
campus. The clinic is clean and time; therefore, the clinic is a
fully stocked with supplies and place where students can go if
medication required in an they need to administer first aid
emergency. or medication for a sick student.
Nurse and doctors help students
understand the importance of
taking care of one’s health.

Audio Visual/Learning
/Resource Center

Science laboratory is risk-free, This place enables students to

Science Laboratory
all the materials in the science explore, experiment, enrich
lab are well-organized and place their learning as well as
in their proper locations. There experience authentic activities.
are safety rules and routines
posted in the wall to keep
students reminded and be
accountable for their actions.
Also, the space of the room was
adequate for the students to
complete their science activities.

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Gymnasium / physically fit. It is a place
where students do their fitness
related activities such as their
P.E subjects.

Auditorium

There are healthy growing Conducive environment also

Outdoor/Garden plants, flowers and trees outside includes the surrounding or
and inside the campus. school campus. Having gardens
like flowers and plants
somehow helps students relax,
improves moods and relieve
stress. Surrounding have also
great impact on students
emotional and in their focus to
learning. In addition, they
would know the value of plants
in individuals life.

Home Economics Room

Industrial Workshop Area

As I look around the school It is a place where parents and

GPTA Office
Comfort Room for Boys
Comfort Room for Girls
Computer Laboratory
/ campus, sad to say that this teachers coordinate their plans
office is closed. However, from and exchange information in an
the outside look, it is clean and effort to better the learning of
wide their students.
The new buildings for Senior The presence of a comfort room
/ high school students comfort in a school is crucial since it
room for boys are assigned and allows students to class
located at the ground floor of the immediately without having to
two storey building. No go home.
sufficient supply of water and
honestly it is untidy and foul-
smelling.
The new buildings for Senior The presence of a comfort room
/ high school students comfort in a school is crucial since it
room for girls are assigned and allows students to class
located at the second floor of the immediately without having to
two storey building. Comfort go home.
rooms are divided into 3 rooms
good enough for every section.
They have 4 offices of Students need to be
/ computer laboratory. Each room knowledgeable on how to use
was well-lit and ventilated. technological tools. It helps
Computers are placed properly them to be creative and
and outlets were placed at the innovative in their work or
right place that are free from projects required by them.
dangers. It has rules and routines
to follow to ensure the safety of
each students.

An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

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Read the following statements carefully. Then write your observation provided. Attach
picture/s.
Guide Question Classroom Observation Report Documentation

1. Describe the The school is surrounded by school

community or buildings and it is located beside the
neighborhood where provincial roads or the public
the school is found. highways where many vehicles
passes by.

2. Describe the school The school campus I was designated

campus. What colors to observe has many trees and plants
do you see? What is that makes the school warm and that
the condition of the you can breathe fresh air. School
buildings? building were painted with maroon,
green, yellow and dirty white colors
that makes it attracted. Additionally,
as we shift to another sections I
notice that some classrooms are
damage, the windows, doors, ceilings
and rooftops was broken. This is due
to the typhoon hit the province. Some
buildings are damage and makes the
school not that clean because there
many rooms and facilities to be
repaired and renovated.
3. Pass by the offices. Most of the offices are quiet and
What impression do teachers are working peacefully.
you have of these Offices has decorated walls and
offices? board displays which make the office
motivating for teachers. While
passing through, I felt teachers from
each department have good
communication relationships because SUPPLY OFFICE
they are laughing at one another
while talking.

GUIDANCE OFFICE

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school, halls, the principal, department offices,
library, the cafeteria. canteen, library, guidance office and
Look around and find medical clinic the school have also
out the other facilities supply office, printing office/ facilities
that the school has. that is use for preparing and printing
students modules and test
questionnaires. SUPPLY OFFICE

GUIDANCE OFFICE

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Resource Teacher: Cristal P. Macatigbac Teacher's Signature:

School: Surigao del Norte National High School Grade/Year Level: 11-STEM
Subject Area: Komunikasyon at Pananaliksik sa Wika at Kulturang Filipino
Date: October 24, 2022

1. Look at the walls of the classroom. What are posted on the walls? What heroes,
religious figures, lessons, visual aids, announcements, do you see posted?

2. Examine how the pieces of furniture are arranged. Where is the teacher's table
located? How are the tables and chairs/ desks arranged?

3. What learning materials/equipment are present?

4. What learning materials/equipment are present? Observe the students. How many
are occupying one room?

5. Is the room well-lit and well-ventilated?

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An Observation Guide for the CLASSROOM VISIT

Be guided by these tasks as you do your observation. Then accomplish the data

CLASSROOM FACILITIES MATRIX

Classroom Facilities Description Documentation
(location, number,
arrangement, condition)
1. Wall Displays

2. Teacher's Table

3. Lerner's Desks

4. Blackboard

5. Learning Materials /
Visual Aids

Write your observation report here.

Name of the School Observed

Location of the School

Date to Visit

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ANALYZE

How do the school campus and the classroom in particular impact the learning of the
students going to school? What are your conclusions?

How does this relate to your knowledge of child and adolescent development/How does
this relate to your knowledge of facilitating learning?

REFLECT

1. Would you like to teach in the school environment you just observed? Why? Why
not?

2. What kind of school campus is conducive to learning?

3. What kind of classroom is conducive to learning?

4. In the future, how can you accomplish your answer in number 3?

5. Write your additional learning and insights here

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OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 1.2 Observing Bulletin Board Displays

Resource Teacher: Cristal P. Macatigbac Teacher's Signature:

School: Surigao del Norte National High School Grade/Year Level: 11-STEM
Subject Area: Komunikasyon at Pananaliksik sa Wika at Kulturang Filipino
Date: October 24, 2022

This display board or what we more commonly refer to as bulletin board, is one of the most
readily available and versatile learning resources.
To achieve the Intended Learning Outcomes, work your way through these steps: 1. Examine
for bulletin board displays. Include samples of those found at the entrance, lobby, hallways and
classrooms 2. Pick one and evaluate the display. 3 Propose enhancements to make the display
more effective.

OBSERVE
As you look around and examine boards displays, use the observation guide and forms
provided for you to document your observations.

An Observation Guide for BOARD

DISPLAYS

Read the following carefully before you observe.

1. Go around the school and examine the board displays. How many board displays do
you see?

2. Where are the display boards found? Are they in places where target viewers can see
them?

3. What are the displays about? What key messages do they convey? What images and
colors do you see? How are the pieces of information and images arranged?

4. What materials were used in making the displays? Are borders used?

5. Do you notice some errors? (misspelled words, grammar inconsistencies and the like)

6. Are the messages clear and easily understood?

7. Think about what got your attention. Why did it get your attention?

8. Take a photo of the display boards (if allowed).

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Based on the questions on the observation guide, write your

observation report:

Observation REPORT
(Paste pictures of the Board displays here.)

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From among the board displays that you saw, pick the one that you got most interested in.
Evaluate it using the evaluation form below.

BOARD DISPLAYS EVALUATION FORM

Topic of the board Display

Location of the Board Display in School

Check the column that indicates your rating. Write comments to back up your ratings.

4-Outstanding 3-Very Satisfactory 2-Satisfactory 1-Needs Improvement

Criteria NI S VS O Comments
1 2 3 4
Effective
Communication
It conveys the
message quickly and
clearly.
Attractiveness Colors
and arrangement catch
and hold
interest
Balance
Objects are arranged, so
stability is
perceived
Unity
Repeated shapes or
colors or use of borders
hold display
together.
Interactivity The style
and The approach entice
learners to be
involved and engaged
Legibility
Letters and
illustrations can be
seen from a good
distance.
Correctness
It is free from
grammar errors,
misspelled words,
ambiguity
Durability
It is well-constructed,
items are securely
attached

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Bulletin Board Evaluated by:

Location:

Brief Description of the Bulletin Board:

EVALUATION

Strengths Weaknesses

Description of the Bulletin

Board layout

Evaluation of educational
content. and other aspects

Recommendations or Suggestions for improvement

Signature over Printed Name:

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Based on your suggestions, make your board display lay-out. You may present your out
through any of these:

 A hand-made drawing or layout

 An electronic (computer) drawing illustration or layout
 A collage

My Board Display Lay-out

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ANALYZE

1. What do you think was the purpose of the board display?

2. Did the board display design reflect the likes/interests of its target audience?
Why? Why not?
3. Was the language used clear and simple for the target audience to understand?
Why? Why not?
4. Was the board display effective? Why? Why not?
5. What suggestions can you make?

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Based on your suggestions, propose an enhanced version of the display

board. Use the form below.

My Proposed Board Display

Theme:

Board Title:

Rationale: (Purpose)

Objectives:

Best features of my proposed bulletin enhancement:

Content Resources (Name each needed resource and give each a brief description):

Materials for aesthetic enhancement:

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REFLECT
1. Name at least five skills that a teacher should have to be able to come up with
effective board displays. Elaborate on why each skill is needed.

2. Which of the skills you named in # 1 do you already have? Recall your past
experiences in making board displays. How do you practice these skills?

3. Which skills do you still need to develop? What concrete steps will you take on how
you can improve on or acquire these skills.

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SHOW Your Learning Artifacts

My Personal Illustration of an Effective School Environment

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