Reflection on the Challenges Experienced by the Student Teachers of Philippine College

Foundation during Their Practice Teaching

In this professional reading there were several factors and challenges encountered by
the Student Teachers of Philippine College Foundation during their practice teaching. These are
time management, classroom management, lack of instructional materials, and financial
problem. The results of study were obtained from the individual interviews.

As mentioned above the student teachers have difficulties in several areas such as time
management. The student-teacher lacks time preparing the lesson plans and instructional
materials. They end up going to bed late at night to prepare the lesson and instructional
materials as a result they felt tired the following day. As for the classroom management
whenever they give seatwork, the class won’t be able to finish it during the class. The classroom
management was the most challenging part because the student teachers have to reprimand
misbehaved students so they are not able to start the class immediately. The lack of books adds
up to this especially if there is no internet connection available in the area. One of the highlight
of their concern is the financial constraint because they have to spend money to buy the
needed materials in making the instructional materials.

In conclusion, student teachers should have a seminar workshop before sending them to
their respective school of assignment, so that they will be fully aware and prepared for the
possible scenarios inside the classroom. Also, it is helpful to have regular meetings for ST so
that they are fully aware of their improvements and areas that need improvement. Lastly, ST
should take the cooperating school and mentor's advice to further improve oneself in the
teaching profession.