Episode 3
Episode 3
Your Target
At the end of this activity, you will gain competence in managing time, space and resources to
provide an
environment which is appropriate to the learners and conducive to learning.
Your Map
To reach your target, do the following tasks:
Observe a class.
Using a checklist, find out the evident classroom components.
Describe how the classroom is structured/designed to allow everyone to
participate in the learning activities.
Relate the data in your checklist to the learners’ behavior.
Reflect on how classroom management affects learning.
Your Tools
Use the activity form provided for you to document your observations.
Your Analysis
1. How did the classroom organization and routines affect the learners’ behavior?
*Your answer here
2. What should the teacher have in mind when he/she designs the classroom organization
and routines? What theories and principles should you have in mind?
* Your answer here
3. Which behavior strategies were effective in managing the behavior of the learners? In
motivating students? Why were they effective?
* Your answer here
Your Reflections
1. Imagine yourself organizing your classroom in the future. In what grade/year level do
you see yourself? What routines and procedures would you consider for this level? Why?
* Your answer here
2. Make a list of the rules you are likely to implement in this level. Why would you choose
these rules?
* Your answer here
3. Should learners be involved in making the class rules? Why?
* Your answer here
Your Observations
Behavior Frequency
Fidgeting in seat
Getting out of their seat
Walking around during class
Interrupting others work
Physical aggressiveness towards
his/her peers
Talking with seatmate
Screaming loud
Participation in activities
Not participating in activities
Not paying attention
Observational Checklist