Episode 11

Participate and Assist

After you have written your lesson plan, confer with your Resource Teacher on how you can
participate / assist in delivering instruction in one of his/her classes. The Robert Gagne's Nine Events of
Instruction, will guide you to implement the various steps well.

Complete the given matrix by using Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction, once a lesson is assigned to you.
Consult your Resource Teacher if your plans are ready for implementation or your assistance is needed
in any part of the lesson.

Segments of Learning

Events of Instruction

Strategies and Activities Used

Learning Resources/ Materials

Preparation

1. Gaining Attention.

Warm up activities

Cut pictures and glue

2. Inform Learning Objectives

Learning scope

PowerPoint presentation

3. Stimulate Recall of Prior Learning

Recall the previous lesson or the topic.

Instruction and Practice

4. Present the Content

From easy to more complex

5. Provide Learning Guides

Examples and guided practices

6. Elicit Performance

Skills practices

7. Provide Feedback.
Assessment and Transfer

8. Assess Performance

9. Enhance Retention

Notice

Using Robert Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction, what did you notice in the following segments of
learning:

How did the students react to the activities/ various elements to arouse their interest?
Ans: The students were engaged and showed enthusiasm during the warm-up activities. They actively
participated in cutting pictures and gluing them, which indicated their interest in the topic.

Were the students focused when you were stating the learning objectives at the beginning of the
lesson?

Ans: Yes, the students were attentive and focused when the learning objectives were stated at the
beginning of the lesson. They understood the purpose of the lesson and what they were expected to
learn.

How did the new learnings relate with what they really know?

Ans: The new learnings were presented in a way that built upon the students' prior knowledge. The
content was structured from easy to more complex, allowing the students to make connections with
what they already knew.

Did you notice some students who needed assistance? What did you do?

Ans: Yes, there were a few students who needed assistance. I provided individual support by explaining
the concepts again, offering additional examples, and guiding them through the practice activities.

Did the students find difficulty in applying the theories/concepts learned to real life?

Ans: Some students found it challenging to apply the theories/concepts learned to real-life situations. To
address this, I provided real-life examples and engaged them in discussions to help them make
connections between the concepts and their everyday experiences.

How did your students react to your feedback?

Ans: The students were receptive to the feedback provided. They appreciated the specific feedback on
their performance and actively used it to improve their understanding and skills.

What pieces of evidence can prove that the students had retention of learning?

Ans: Evidence of retention of learning can be observed through the students' ability to apply the
concepts in practice activities or assessments. Their active participation in discussions and their ability to
explain and discuss the learned content also indicate retention of learning.

Analyze

After planning your lesson(s) you may be requested by your Resource Teacher to deliver the lesson(s).
Your Resource Teacher will use a classroom observation sheet to evaluate the delivery of your lesson (s)
Schools use different tools in rating classroom/ online observations. Below is an example of a classroom
observation form/sheet.
Areas of Strengths

Areas of Improvement

1. Subject Matter Content

● Demonstrates depth and breadth of the subject matter

● Shows mastery of the subject matter

● The teacher was prepared with all the materials needed for the English lesson.

● She had well-prepared handouts ready for the lesson.

● The teacher's organization skills allowed her to smoothly conduct the lesson.

● - Enhancing the quality and variety of instructional materials

- Reviewing and updating handouts for clarity and alignment

- Improving time management and lesson organization skills.

2. Organization of the lesson

● Presents subject matter sequentially and logically

● States clear learning outcomes

● Synthesizes main points

● Meets class at scheduled time

● Regularly monitors classroom on-line course

● The teacher demonstrate the ability to present the subject matter clear and organized.

● The teacher demonstrate punctuality and start the class on time.

● The teacher can improve by explicitly stating clear and specific learning outcomes at the beginning of
the lesson.

● The teacher should make a summarize or make a key point of the lesson.
3. Rapport/Interaction with the Students

● Holds interest of students

● Is respectful, fair and impartial

● Provides immediate feedback

● Encourages active participation

● Interacts with students

● Shows enthusiasm

● The teacher make sure to incorporate engaging and relevant content in her discussions to capture the
students' interest.

● She create a respectful and inclusive learning environment where every student's voice is valued. She
treat all students with fairness and impartiality, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to
participate and contribute to the discussion.

● She actively encourage and promote active participation from all students during the discussion. She
create a safe and supportive space where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas.

● She actively interact with her students during the discussion by asking open-ended questions,
facilitating discussions, and encouraging peer-to-peer interactions.

● Make sure that all student participate and interact during the discussion.

4. Teaching Methods and Strategies

● Utilizes relevant teaching methods/ strategies

● Uses learning aids, materials, and technology

● Employs cooperative/group involvement in the classroom and remote learning

● Uses examples that are simple, clear, precise, and appropriate

● Stays focused on and meets stated learning outcomes

● The teacher uses effective and appropriate teaching methods that help students learn.
● The teacher encourages students to work together and participate in group activities, both in the
classroom and during remote learning.

● The teacher provides straightforward and relevant examples that help students understand the
concepts being taught.

● The teacher keeps the lesson on track and ensures that the activities align with the intended learning
goals.

● The teacher should use an attractive visual aids or materials that student can relate or can attract thier
attention. She should use light colors or unique design.

5. Presentation of the lesson

● Establishes online course or classroom environment conducive to learning

● Maintains eye contact

● Uses a clear voice, strong projection, proper enunciation

● Has a good command of the language

● Uses language within the level of students

● The teacher creates a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes engagement and
active participation among students.

● The teacher demonstrates a strong grasp of the language being taught, allowing them to effectively
convey concepts and ideas to students.

● Use a loud voice or use a portable amplifiers so that students in the back can hear clearly.

● Use simple words during the discussion.

● Maintain eye to eye contact to your student especially when the student answering or sharing his or
her thoughts.

6. Classroom Management

● Begins and end classes on time

● Uses time wisely

● Attends to course interaction

● Demonstrates leadership ability; maintains discipline and control

● Maintains effective classroom and e-platform management)

● The teacher actively engages with students and facilitates interaction, both in the physical classroom
and in the online learning environment, fostering a sense of community and participation.

● The teacher can improve by further developing their leadership skills to effectively maintain discipline
and control in the classroom.

● The teacher can improve by refining their skills in managing both the physical classroom and the
online learning platform.

● Make sure that the lesson, discussion and activities should be managed that you are not exceed to
the time.

● End your class or the discussion on time.

7. Sensitivity to Students' Needs

● Exhibits sensitivity to students' personal culture, gender differences and disabilities

● Responds appropriately in a non-threatening, pro-active learning environment

● The teacher shows respect and understanding for students' diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders,
and disabilities, creating an inclusive learning environment.

● The teacher effectively addresses student needs and concerns in a supportive and proactive manner,
fostering a safe and engaging learning environment.

● The teacher can improve by continuously learning about different cultures, gender identities, and
disabilities to better support students with diverse needs.

8. Support/Assistance to Students

● Assists students with academic problems

● Clarifies points in the lessons which are not clear to the students

● Allots time for questions/ comments

● The teacher effectively provides support and assistance to students who are facing academic
challenges.
● The teacher demonstrates the ability to explain and clarify concepts or information that students find
confusing or unclear.

● The teacher can improve by ensuring that they consistently allocate sufficient time for students to ask
questions and share their comments.

9. Personal Competencies

● Shows self-confidence

● Maintains professional distance and professional appearance

● The teacher maintains appropriate professional boundaries with students, maintaining a respectful
and professional relationship.

● The teacher presents themselves in a professional manner, adhering to the dress code and
maintaining a neat and professional appearance.

● Be confident during talking in the front.

10. Physical Aspects of the Classroom

● Oversees the physical attributes of classroom (light, ventilation, acoustics)

● Checks number of students in attendance

● Checks layout of room, distractions, if any

● Lists any observations on how the physical aspects of the classroom affected content delivery

● The teacher demonstrates attentiveness to the physical attributes of the classroom, such as ensuring
proper lighting, ventilation, and acoustics.

● The teacher reflects on and identifies how the physical aspects of the classroom, such as lighting,
seating arrangement, or noise levels, may have influenced the delivery of content

● The teacher consistently takes attendance and keeps track of the number of students present in the
classroom.

● The teacher can improve by regularly assessing the layout of the classroom and identifying potential
distractions that may impact student focus and engagement.

Source: https://www.isu.edu pdfs faculty-staff-docs

Overall impression of teaching effectiveness:

Based on the areas of strength and areas of improvement identified, the overall impression of teaching
effectiveness for the English teacher is positive. The teacher demonstrates strengths in utilizing relevant
teaching methods/strategies, employing cooperative/group involvement, using clear and appropriate
examples, staying focused on learning outcomes, and exhibiting sensitivity to students' needs.

Areas of improvement include incorporating a wider variety of learning aids, materials, and technology,
effectively maintaining discipline and control in the classroom, expanding knowledge of diverse needs,
and actively overseeing the physical aspects of the classroom.

With continued growth and development in these areas of improvement, the teacher has the potential
to further enhance their teaching effectiveness and create an even more engaging and supportive
learning environment for students.

Reflect

Having implemented several lessons in your Cooperating School under the supervision of your
Cooperating Teacher, in what areas of the lesson do you need to improve?

Write Action Research Prompts

1. OBSERVE

Problems/challenges I encountered in delivering my lessons,

Ans: During my lessons, I encountered challenges in maintaining student engagement and attention.
Some students seemed disinterested or distracted, making it difficult to effectively deliver the content.
Additionally, I noticed that certain concepts were particularly challenging for students to grasp, leading
to confusion and limited understanding.

2. REFLECT

I hope to achieve to address these problems and challenges by

Ans: To address these problems and challenges, my goal is to create a more engaging and interactive
learning environment. I aim to foster a sense of curiosity and motivation among students, encouraging
active participation and deeper understanding of the content. By addressing the specific areas of
difficulty and finding ways to make the lessons more relatable and accessible, I hope to enhance student
learning outcomes.

3. PLAN

Some strategies/solutions/means that I can employ to improve these situations/ problems

Ans: To improve student engagement and understanding, I plan to incorporate a variety of instructional
strategies and resources. This includes using multimedia materials, hands-on activities, and real-world
examples to connect the lessons to students' lives. I will also provide more opportunities for student
collaboration and discussion, allowing them to actively participate and share their ideas. Additionally, I
will implement formative assessments to gauge student comprehension and provide timely feedback to
address any misconceptions.

4. ACT

Based on my answers in nos. 1-3, the possible title of my action research in this episode is

Ans: "Enhancing Student Engagement and Understanding through Interactive Instructional Strategies."

To further enrich my knowledge on delivering my instruction whether in the classroom or in remote

learning, these are some of the online resources which will help me in these activities. (include books,
websites, you tube videos and the like and share these to your peers.)

● Books: "Teach Like a Champion" by Doug Lemov, "The First Days of School" by Harry K. Wong and
Rosemary T. Wong

● Websites: Edutopia (www.edutopia.org), TeachThought (www.teachthought.com), Teaching Channel

(www.teachingchannel.org)

● YouTube Channels: TED-Ed, Teaching Strategies, Teacher Toolkit

Check for Mastery

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

1. Which of the following characterizes a well-motivated lesson?

A. The class is quiet.

B. The students are participative.

C. The teacher explains the lesson well.

D. The students are highly engaged in the activities

2. In which part of the lesson does the learner give examples to connect to the broader aspects of life?

A. Presentation. B. Discussion

C. Application. D. Evaluation

3. Why should teachers provide immediate feedback and reinforcement?

A. To be liked and loved by students. B. To motivate students to do more and learn more
C. To get students' attention D. For students to get high grades

4. Which of the following principles of learning applies when student's age is considered in presenting
concepts and ideas in the lessons?

A. law of readiness B. law of exercise

C. law of effect D. law of sensitivity

5. Which part of the lesson is referred to when students give similarities and differences in the concepts
presented?

A. Presentation B. Discussion

C. Comparison and Abstraction D. Generalization