Sample Teaching Guide for Values,

Peace, and Health Education

Parts of the Teaching Guide
Parts of the Guide

General Session Facilitation

Overview Outline Procedure
Part I – General Overview
❖ provides a clear and concise overview of the session.
Elements of the General Overview
▪ Catch-Up Subject: Indicates the main subject area for the session.
▪ Grade Level: Indicates the grade level of the learners to be taught.
▪ Quarterly Theme: The overarching theme for the quarter, as provided in DM
001, s. 2024.
▪ Sub-theme: A more focused topic within the broader quarterly theme, as
provided in DM 001, s. 2024.
▪ Time: Time allocated for the session.
▪ Date: The exact date on which the session is scheduled to take place.
Part II – Session Outline
❖ refers to the specific elements that define and structure a
particular teaching session.
Session Outline
Elements of the Session Outline

▪ Session Title: A brief and descriptive title that

encapsulates the main focus or topic of the session.
▪ Session Objectives: Clearly stated goals outlining what
the session intends to achieve.
▪ Key Concepts: The list of concepts that form the
foundation of the session's content.
Part III – Teaching Strategies

❖ refers to the methods and approaches a teacher will use to

deliver the session effectively.
Teaching Strategies
Elements of the Facilitation Strategies
• Component: The distinct segments within a lesson, each with a
specific focus and purpose. These include stages like Introduction
and Warm-Up, Concept Exploration, Valuing, and Journal
Writing.
• Duration: Indicates the amount of time allocated for each
component of the session.
• Activities and Procedures: The detailed steps or instructions on
how these activities should be carried out.
Teaching Strategies Components

Teaching Strategies

Journal
Writing
Teaching Strategies Components
I. Introduction and Warm-Up: Designed to engage learners and
introduce the main topic, this component uses light, interactive
activities to create a receptive learning atmosphere.
II. Concept Exploration: Focuses on in-depth exploration of the
lesson's key concepts through detailed activities and
discussions.
▪ Note: In Values Education (VE), this includes activities
anchored on the foundational goal “Nurturing Heart,
Cultivating Values”.
Teaching Strategies Components
III. Valuing: Connects content with personal and societal
experiences to deepen understanding.
▪ Note: In VE, it reinforces values, facilitates reflection,
encourages communication, gathers feedback, and motivates
learners for continued application of learned values.
IV. Journal Writing: Encourages learners to reflect on their
learning through personal writing, fostering introspection and a
personal connection to the material.
 Walkthrough of Sample
Teaching Guide for Values Education
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
I. General Overview

Catch-up
Values Education Grade Level: 7
Subject:

Quarterly Community Awareness Compassion

Sub-theme:
Theme: (refer to Enclosure No. 3 of DM 001, s. 2024, Quarter 3) (refer to Enclosure No. 3 of DM 001, s. 2024,
Quarter 3)

Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM Date: February 2, 2024

Sample Teaching Guide for VE
II. Session Outline
Session Title: "Empathy in Focus: Seeing Through Others' Eyes"
Session At the end of the session, learners will be able to:
Objectives: a) understand empathy and recognize emotions requiring empathetic
responses;
b) grasp the significance of empathy in building relationships.
c) actively engage in empathy-building activities, reflecting on
personal experiences
Possible Bases for Selecting Sub-themes
Age and Educational Goals
Developmental and Standards
Relevance • align with broader
• align with the learners' educational objectives and
specific age and curriculum standards.
developmental stage.

Social and Emotional Resonance with

Competencies Learner Experiences
• focus on key skills crucial for • relatable and applicable to
personal growth and the learners' everyday lives.
community interaction.
Why Empathy?
Fostering Compassion
• Learning empathy is a step
towards compassion,
Enhancing Emotional aligning with the
curriculum's focus on
Intelligence community interactions and
•Empathy enhances values education.
Building Social Skills emotional intelligence,
•Empathy, a key social skill, aiding in emotion
aids Grade 7 learners in management and appropriate
better navigating social social responses.
Developmental Stage
situations and developing
• Grade 7 learners are in a supportive relationships with
crucial stage of social and peers.
moral development, where
empathy helps them
understand others and
fosters compassion.
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
II. Session Outline
Key ∙ Empathy is the ability to comprehend and share the feelings of others, forming a
crucial aspect of human connection.
Concepts:
∙ Recognizing and responding to various emotions and situations with empathy is
fundamental for fostering positive relationships and social interactions.
∙ Empathy plays a significant role in building strong, supportive relationships by
facilitating understanding and connection between individuals.
∙ The impact of empathetic actions extends beyond the immediate interaction,
influencing both the giver and receiver in profound ways within a relationship.
∙ Active participation in empathy-building activities is essential for learners to
internalize and apply empathy as a critical social skill in their daily lives.
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Activity: “Visualizing Empathy”
Materials: Whiteboard, markers, emotional picture
1. Introduce the topic. Display a picture illustrating an
emotional situation.
2. Ask, "What's happening? How might they feel?"
A. Introduction 3. Share experiences related to empathy in the context of the
and Warm-Up
10 mins
picture.
4. Summarize key points. Note on the board. Stress the
importance of empathy in building relationships and
creating supportive communities.
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Activity: “Charades”
Materials: Cards with emotions and situations
1. Arrange the class. Ensure all learners can see
performers.
B. Concept 2. Explain the rules. Focus on expressing empathy-
Exploration
15 mins related themes.
3. Learners act out emotions/situations; class guesses.
4. Reflect on portrayed emotions. Discuss challenges
and insights gained.
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Activity: “Emotional Cinematics”
Materials: Film clip, projector/screen
1. Show a short clip with emotional content.
2. Prompt learners and discuss character feelings and real-
life connections.
C. Valuing 20 mins 3. Explore the role of empathy in understanding others and
its application in daily interactions.
4. Ask this reflective question: "Can you recall a time
when understanding someone's feelings changed your
reaction?"
Sample Teaching Guide for VE
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Activity: “Expressing Empathy: Our Journey”
Materials: Journals, writing tools, coloring materials, cellphones
for digital entries, bond paper.
1. Explain the task: Creatively express thoughts on
empathy.
D. Journal Writing 15 mins 2. Allow time to write, draw, or record thoughts.
3. Sharing Option: Offer learners the chance to share
reflections.
4. Conclude by emphasizing the critical role of
understanding and practicing empathy for positive social
interactions and relationships.
Concluding each session

• End with Impact: Teachers are encouraged to conclude each

session with a statement or thought that leaves a lasting
impression on learners.
• Highlighting Topic's Impact: The closing moment is an
opportunity to emphasize how the day's topic profoundly affects
learners' lives, connecting the content to their experiences and
future.
Concluding each session
• Variety of Closing Remarks: Teachers can craft final remarks that resonate with
the lesson's essence, using tools like:
✔ Reflective questions
✔ Inspiring quotes
✔ Personal anecdotes
✔ Forward-looking statements
✔ Inspirational clips
• Encouraging Deep Engagement: The aim is for the closing remark to inspire
learners to think and feel differently, seeing the world in a new light. The goal is
to make the lesson memorable and transformative, providing valuable insights for
learners to apply in their lives.