Gleycelyn L.
Delos Santos
BEEd IV
EPISODE 6: ENHANCING FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
REVISIT THE INFOGRAPHIC/S
The pictures show the different arrangement of tables and chairs. The first picture show
that there is no big space between the chairs and the tables while in the second picture,
there are spaces and limited person can occupy the room.
PARTICIPATE AND ASSIST
Given the concepts and the infographic, how can you participate and assist in a face-to-face
learning environment?
I can participate in and contribute to a face-to-face learning environment by providing the
learners with safe, fair and conducive learning environment where everyone is free to ask
and participate in class. I will encourage the learners to share their thoughts, opinions and
ideas, interact with one another.
NOTICE
What changes have you noticed in the face-to-face classroom spaces?
Classroom Environment Before Classroom Environment Now
When reporting, manila paper is one of We are now using Power point
the instructional materials can be seen presentations
in the board.
They use green board for discussion We use Smart TV and Projectors
Students attend class in the school to Students attend class through virtual
learn. meeting using different platforms like
Google Meet and Zoom
You read books in the library when you Anything available online. Just click
need to look for something and there you have it.
ANALYZE
What do you think brought the changes in the face-to-face learning environment now?
I believe that the reason why there are changes in the face-to-face learning environment is
because we are now incorporating technology to the classroom that provides effective
learning environments.
From the changes that you identified, choose one that you can do. How will you do it?
I think the changes that I can do is to set-up the classroom appropriately. Focus on the
things that eliminate distractions that can help the development of the learners. Being more
creative with integration of technologies available.
REFLECT
Do you think making the learning environment conducive for a face-to-face classroom will
enable the learners to achieve better learning outcomes? Yes
Explain your answer.
Because having conducive learning environment will lessen the distractions that may affect
the development of the students. Also, conducive learning environment help the learners to
learn continuously absorbing the learning.
WRITE ACTION RESEARCH PROMPTS
OBSERVE
What common problem have I noticed in a face-to-face learning environment?
Distractions/noisy surroundings
Can I translate this problem into a question?
How to reduce distractions in the classrooms?
REFLECT
How would I solve the problem?
Always remind students and give them rules and regulations.
Will it improve my teaching? How?
Yes, it will test how creative and flexible you are to deal with that kind of problem.
PLAN
What will I do to solve the problem? Describe briefly how you will do it.
Creating classroom rules and regulations, the do’s and don’ts. Discuss them what they need
to do and not to do.
CHECK FOR MASTERY
1. In the face-to-face learning environment, the most critical elements is/are the ____.
A. Arrangement of chairs and tables
B. Physical, psychological and social considerations
C. Teacher and student interactions
D. None of the above
2. The traditional classroom spaces are still considered valid and effective for as long as these
conditions exist. What are these conditions?
I. There should be one teacher to one student ratio
II. Chairs should be fixed in such a way that they cannot be removed
III. The presence of the teacher is needed in a given time to guide learning
IV. All students should be heard in class discussion
A. I & II
B. II & III
C. I & IV
D. III & IV
3. The best instructional material in the traditional classroom is the __________.
A. Blackboard
B. Computer
C. Teacher
D. Bulletin board
4. Outdoor activities like group games, scavenger hunt and the like provide a positive _____.
A. Psychological environment
B. Social environment
C. Physical environment
D. Cognitive development
5. It is observed that different classrooms have different arrangements of chairs, tables, and
benches because of _______.
A. School budget
B. Different purposes
C. Delivery of supply
D. Donations receive
PORTFOLIO ENTRY
Title: The Face-to-Face Learning Environment
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The space is enough for the students to moved freely. The room arrangement is convenient
that the students can easily participate to the class. Visual displays are attractive, and it
stimulates learners to learn effectively. There is no harm inside the rooms. Also, there are
enough electric fan for ventilation.
PSYCHOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Students must wear their facemask and observe social distancing. Be quiet and raise your
hand if you need anything or to ask question. Classroom atmosphere based on trust,
cooperation and empathy, modelling of positive attitude, respectful behavior, constructive
actions, avoidance of ridicule, sarcasm, superiority in the classroom and opportunities for
learners to share their experiences and learning with each other are observed in the
classroom.
SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT
Yes, there is positive interactions between the teacher and the learners.
