City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
FIELD STUDY 2
LEARNING EPISODE 2
Episode Title: Embedding Action Research for Reflective Teaching
Desired Learning Outcome:
1. Be familiar about action research as a reflective teacher .
2. Underscore the importance of doing action research.
INTRODUCTION
As an educator or teacher we must be an action researcher. This episode
emphasizes the importance of doing research as major part of being a teacher.
Because we must be interested to improve ourselves by knowing the how our
students learn, be initiative in innovating the curriculum and basically yearn to
advance our teaching practice. With this, every teacher needs to do an action
research to every practical problem. These challenges and observed inconsistencies
arise between what is planned and what actually takes place in the actual
classroom.
Source: Kate Herbert-Smith IRIS Connect
ACTION : taking action to improve practice
RESEARCH: findings things out and coming to a new understanding that create new
knowledge.
It all started in 1920 when John Dewey introduced the idea of inquiry. Followed by
Collier, 1945; Lewin 1949; and Corey, 1953. Action research is a habit of continuing
inquiry as introduced by Schon. Inquiry starts with situations that are problematic,
puzzling, uncertain and inconsistent so does, an Action Research.According to
Stephen Corey in 1953 Action Research is the process through which practitioners
like teachers, study their own practice to solve their personal or professional
practical problems. Followed by John Elliot in 1993 explained that action research is
concerned with everyday practical problems experience by teachers, instead of
theoretical problems described by pure investigators.
Action Research (AR) was also regarded Teacher Action Research (TAR)
because it founded on the reality of the school, classroom, teachers and students. It
is a process that compels teacher to study their surrounding and overall academic
setting to fully understand and improve the quality of education. Unending practice
of observation, reflection and inquiry lead to action enhancing teaching and
learning process. It connects the doing (practice) and learning (study) and reflection
(inquiry).
Making a List of Completed Action Research Titles by Teachers in the Field
1. Make a library or on-line search of the different Completed Action Research
Titles Conducted by Teachers.
2. Enter the list in the matric similar to the one below.
3. Submit your list of five (5) Titles of Completed Action Research Studies to
your mentor as reference.
Page 1 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
Inventory of Sample Action Research Conducted by Teachers
List of Completed Action Research Author/Authors
Titles
Ex. An action research on differentiated Mary Joy Olicia
instruction in Teaching English for Grade
Four Classes
1. Integrating Technology in Teaching Science for John Dela Cruz
Grade 7 Students
2 .Using Peer Tutoring to Enhance Math Anna Reyes
Problem-Solving Skills in Grade 8
3.Improving Reading Comprehension Through Maria Santos
Guided Reading Strategies in Grade 3
4.Promoting Student Engagement Through Carlos Mendoza
Gamification in Social Studies Classes
5.Enhancing Vocabulary Retention Linda Gomez
Through Interactive Word Walls in
Grade 6 English
NOTICE
On the list you have created , let’s find out what you have noticed by answering the
following questions.
Questions My Answer
1. What have you noticed about the 1. Identified problem to be solved in title
action research titles? Do the no.
action research (AR) titles imply the challenge of effectively incorporating
problems to be solved? technology into science instruction to improve
YES____NO____ learning outcomes and engagement among
students.
YES. Each title suggests a specific issue or area for
improvement, such as challenges in reading
1. YES. Each title suggests a specific issue
comprehension, math problem-solving, or student
or area for improvement, such as engagement. These titles imply a need for
challenges in reading comprehension, mathinnovative strategies or interventions to address the
problem-solving, or student engagement. identified problems.
These titles imply a need for innovative
strategies or interventions to address the 2. Identified problem to be solved in title
identified problems. no. 2
the problem is the difficulty students
face in solving math problems
2. YES. The titles clearly indicate independently, which peer tutoring aims
issues, such as enhancing to address by fostering collaboration
learning strategies, improving and understanding
comprehension, or addressing
engagement, which require
innovative approaches or
interventions to resolve
3. YES. Each title highlights a
specific challenge such as 3.Identified problem to be solved in title
improving comprehension, no.3
problem-solving skills, or the The problem is students' difficulties in
effective use of technology that reading comprehension, which guided
requires a solution or reading strategies aim to address by
intervention. providing targeted support to enhance
4. YES. Each action research title their understanding of texts.
clearly points to an issue that
needs resolution, such as
4.Identified problem to be solved in title
improving engagement,
no.4The problem is students' difficulties in reading
enhancing learning strategies, or
Page 2 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
overcoming comprehension, which guided reading strategies
challenges in subject aim to address by providing targeted
comprehension. support. to enhance their understanding
of texts.
5. Identified problem to be solved in title no.
5.YES. All the titles suggest a The problem is students' difficulty in retaining
specific challenge or area of vocabulary, which the use of interactive word
improvement in teaching and walls aims to address by providing a visual and
learning, which the action engaging method to reinforce learning.
research seeks to resolve through
targeted strategies or
interventions.
2. What interpretation about action Title of the Action Research
research can you make out of Integrating Technology in Teaching Science for
your answer in Question no. 1 Grade 7 Students
aims to explore how technology can
enhance the teaching and learning From the title, I think, the study
experience in science classes, improve explores how the integration of technology in
student engagement, and support better science instruction can improve the learning
comprehension of complex scientific experience of Grade 7 students, enhance their
concepts engagement with scientific concepts, and
potentially lead to better academic outcomes
3. Write the Title and your
interpretation of the study from
the title.
4. What do you think did theauthor/s I thinks the authorsI think the authors aim
do with the identified problem as to evaluate the effectiveness of using technology
presented in their titles? in teaching science, identify potential challenges,
and propose strategies to enhance student learning
through technological tools and resources
ANALYZE
Examine and evaluate what you have noticed and interpreted in the previous
activity.
Key Questions My Answer
Choose from the options given. You may
Page 3 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
check more than one answer.
1. From what source do you think, did Choices:
the authors identify the problems of ____Copied from research books
their action research? _____From daily observation of their teaching
practice
_____From difficulties they observed of their
learners
_____From their own personal experience.
_____From the told experience of their co-
teachers.
2. What do you think is the teacher’s Choices:
intention in conducting the action ✓_____To find a solution to the problematic
research? situation
_____To comply with the requirement of the
to find a solution to the problematic principal
Situation. _____To improve teaching practice
_____To try out something, if it works
___✓__To prove oneslf as better than the
others
3. What benefit do you get as a Choices:
student in FS 2 in understanding ____✓_Prepare me for my future job
and doing action research? _____Get good grades in the course
_✓____Learn and practice being an action
researcher
Prepare me for my future job ______Improve my teaching practice
______Exposure to the realities in the
teaching
profession
______Become a better teacher everyday
4. In what ways, can you assist your Choices:
mentor in his/her Action ___✓__By co-researching with my mentor
Research Activity? ___✓__By assisting in the design of the
intervention
_____By assisting in the implementation of the
AR
By assisting in the implementation of
_____By just watching what is being done
the
AR
REFLECT
Based on the readings you made and the previous activities that you have
done,
1. What important ideas or concepts have you learned about action research?
I learned that action research is a process of identifying a problem in the classroom or school
environment, implementing an intervention or strategy to address the problem, and then
evaluating the effectiveness of that intervention. It is a reflective and systematic approach
that allows teachers to improve their teaching practices based on real data and observations.
2. Have you realized that there is a need to be an action researcher as a future
Page 4 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
teacher?Yes, I have realized that there is a need to be an action researcher as a future
teacher. It allows educators to continuously improve their teaching methods, address
challenges in the classroom, and contribute to the development of effective educational
practices
I realized that being an action researcher as a future teacher is essential because it enables me
to critically assess my teaching practices, make informed decisions to improve student learning,
and contribute to the overall improvement of education by addressing real classroom challenges.
WRITE ACTION RESEARCH PROMPTS
A. From what teaching principles of theories can this problem be anchored?
I have observed and noticed that Action Researched begins with a
problem or a problematic situation.
Write an example of a problematic situation that you have observed and noticed?
I have observed is students struggling with maintaining focus and engagement during online
classes. Despite the availability of digital resources, many students appear distracted, and their
participation in lessons is low, which affects their learning outcomes. This issue can be anchored
in teaching principles like constructiveness theory, which emphasizes active student engagement
in the learning process, and behaviorism, which focuses on reinforcement and motivation to
encourage active participation
B. What have I realized? What do I hope to achieve?
I realized that for every teaching learning problem, there is a solution.
Write a probable solution to the problematic situation of students struggling with focus and
engagement during online classes could be incorporating interactive activities and real-time
assessments, such as quizzes, polls, or group discussions, to maintain student attention.
Additionally, using multimedia resources like videos or interactive simulations can make the
lessons more engaging. Setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and offering
incentives for participation could also motivate students to stay focused.
C. What strategies, activities, and innovations can I employ to improve the
situation or solve the problem? To improve the situation, I can employ strategies
such as using interactive tools like quizzes and polls, integrating gamification to motivate
students, conducting breakout sessions for group discussions, incorporating multimedia
resources to make lessons dynamic, and providing real-time feedback to keep students
engaged and focused during online classes.
As a future action researcher I can plan for an appropriate intervention like
I can plan for an appropriate intervention like introducing a blended learning approach that
combines online lessons with interactive in-class activities, using technology to increase
student engagement, and incorporating regular feedback sessions to track progress and adjust
teaching strategies accordingly.
_
D. If I conduct or implement my plan, what can be its title?
"Enhancing Student Engagement and Focus in Online Classes Through
Interactive Learning Strategies."
Page 5 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
If will implement my doable plan in the future, my title would be
implement my doable plan in the future, my title would be "Improving
Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes in Online Classes Through
Interactive and Gamified Strategies."
LEARNING ARTIFACTS
Paste 1 completed action research. Abstract
SCORING RUBRIC FOR FIELD STUDY 2 EPISODES
CRITERIA Excellent Very Satisfactory Needs Score
4 Satisfactory 2 Improvement
3 1
Accompli All One (1)to two Three (3) Four (4) or more
shed participation/ac (2)participation/ participation/activit participation/activit
Participat tivities/questio activities/questi ies/questions/tasks ies/questions/tasks
ion ns/tasks/compl ons/tasks/ not / not / not
etely answered/acco answered/accompli answered/accompli
Activities answered/acco mplished. shed. shed.
mplished.
Analysis All questions All questions Questions were not Four (4) or more
were answered were answered answered participation
completely, completely, completely, questions were not
answered are answered are answered are not answered; answers
with depth and clearly clearly connected were not
are thoroughly connected to to theories; one (1) connected to
grounded on theories; to three (3) theories; more
theories; grammar and grammatical/ than four (4)
grammar and spelling are free spelling errors. grammatical/spelli
spelling are from error. ng errors.
free from error.
Reflectio Profound and Clear but lacks Not so clear and Unclear and
n clear, depth; shallow; somewhat shallow; rarely
supported by supported by supported by what supported by what
what were what were were observed and were observed and
observed and observed and analyzed. analyzed.
analyzed. analyzed
Learning Portfolio is Portfolio is Portfolio is not Portfolio is not
Artifacts reflected on in reflected on in reflected on in the reflected on in the
the context of the context of context of the context of the
the learning the learning learning outcomes; learning outcomes;
outcomes; outcomes; Complete, not not complete, not
Complete, well Complete, well organized. organized, not
organized, organized, very Relevant to the relevant
highly relevant relevant to the learning outcome.
to the learning learning
outcome. outcome.
Submissi Submitted Submitted Submitted a day Submitted two (2)
on before the onthe deadline after the deadline days or more after
deadline the deadline.
TOTAL SCORE
Remarks:
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________
Reference: Lucas, Maria Rita D.PhD, et.al.(2021. Field Study. Participation and Teaching Assistantship. LORIMAR
Page 6 of 6
City College of Angeles FIELD
STUDY 2
Barangay Pampang, Angeles City Participation and Teaching
Assistantship
Publishing.
Prepared by:
Roel Dominico
Signature over printed name
Pre-service Teacher
Page 7 of 6
