MAKING ON-LINE
FIELD STUDY 2
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FS 2 LEARNING
ENVIRONMENT
Learning Episode
SAFE AND
To have a meaningful and successful accomplishment in this FS episode, be
CONDUCIVE
sure to read through the whole episode before participating and assisting in your FS
2 Resource Teacher’s class. Note all the information you will need and tasks you will
need to do before working on this episode.
Target Your Intended Learning Outcomes
At the end of this Learning Episode, I must be able to explore the different ways of establishing a safe and
conducive on-line or virtual learning environment.
Clarify Your Task
Safe and Conducive On-line or Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
Education has dramatically shifted in recent years. Schools aligned physical spaces to
flexible spaces that integrate technology to support the 21st century learning opportunities. The
modern learning environment incorporates the three elements: (1) connected devices such as
notebooks, tablets, smartphones; (2) audio visual tools including projectors and touch screen
displays and (3) purposeful furniture such as standing desks, collaborative work stations and
connected seating that allow students to learn in different ways at different times.
The on-line learning environment requires a constant access to connectivity which allows
learning to take place anytime, anyplace and anywhere. On-line or virtual learning can be
delivered synchronously, so the teacher’s role is moderator between the technology and the
students.
Unlike face-to-face, on-line or virtual learning does not happen in one contained physical
spaces but learners are in different imaginary spaces made possible by technology such as
computer network. Virtual classrooms refer to digital learning environment that allows teachers
and students to connect on line in real time.
Let us now consider the on-line or virtual classroom or learning environment. What are
some safety reminders to remember?
1. Encourage parents and carers involvement. Keep parents/carers informed of how you
and the children will be using the on-line platform.
Assist them on how to set up appropriate home learning spaces, if students will
be learning from home.
Provide contact times and classroom schedules.
Provide procedures to follow and consequence if they failed.
Share information about protection from cyberbullying and image abuse.
2. Make lesson plans as interactive as possible to keep attention of students. Be flexible
with class length and topics.
Make assignments as guided as possible. Teachers may need to source research
sites to ensure on-line safety.
Provide students with resources. Share with your students websites and videos so
as not to take them to inappropriate materials such as ads from You Tube and
other sites.
3. Encourage public chatting. Avoid texting students one-on-one, instead send a group
text, or group chat. When using technology like zoom, google meet, MOOCS allow
public chatting or group instead of chatting privately so that you can be part of their
conversation.
4. Use of password, log in and out.
All students should have individual password. This should not be disclosed.
No one should log in as another person.
All users should log off when they have finished working.
There are more reminders to follow in the use of the digital platform for virtual or on-line
learning environment but for the meantime let us have a few. As technology advances, so do
policies and guidelines.
Revisit the Infographic/s
Participate and Assist
If you are assisting your mentor in an on-line class, these are some reminders you should
share to your remote learners on a synchronous platform like google meet, zoom, MOOCS or
any other platforms you are familiar with and are using.
With the use of any google meet, zoom or any platform, organize a virtual class. Do this
with the guidance of your mentor.
Make sure your Find a quiet place Be on time for the
device is charged. free of distractions. class.
Be respectful at all Stay on mute and Stay focused and on
times. raise hand only if needed. task so you won’t miss any
information.
Turn on your Use kind words all Teachers and
camera. the time. learners are dressed
appropriately.
Try to handle one on-line class and use the guidelines above. Happy virtual teaching!
Notice
Unlike the traditional face-to-face classroom environment, online or virtual environment
is a bit difficult to manage. It is because Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is imaginary and
not in the physical sense. It has no corners or walls and it can be set up with the support of
technology.
As a teacher, what have you discovered to be easy to implement in your virtual class?
I found that taking classes online is really different than taking classes in a typical
classroom. Although it's challenging to handle, I must strive to find answers in my capacity as a
future teacher. However, I believe I will still set restrictions. Videos can still be made for their
reference if I am unable to do synchronous classes, and I can make the assessment less objective
so that students cannot cheat. Finally, I'll document their online class participation.
How did the students show their active participation in the lesson?
Students show their participation by joining the online class, arriving on time, and
participating in class by raising the hand button. Also, they participate by asking question about
the things they don’t understand or their concerns.
Analyze
Which of the following is/are your analysis/analyses of on-line learning environment?
___/___ It was difficult to observe the physical behavior of the students.
______ It takes time for students to learn how to use the platform.
______ Students who are alone in their home space find difficult to make responses.
___/___ Internet connectivity is a great factor to support a conducive environment.
Reflect
As a future teacher I feel that the on-line learning environment can be safe if the instructor is
prepared and makes use of several advances. Because their teaching and learning is conducted
online, it is necessary for them to have understanding of the internet to ensure the students'
security. They will be familiar with the dos and don'ts of using the internet, as well as the law,
policies, and other information they need to know regarding their rights and safety.
I think that teaching in a virtual learning environment is choosing successful teaching strategies
that each student can access and understand will be challenging. Trying out various programs
and applications that can be used in the teaching-learning process will be exciting. The
employment of various tools and technologies will be fascinating. It can support educators in
building their 21st century skills.
Write Action Research Prompts
OBSERVE
Identify the problems brought about by the on-line learning environment.
The problems being encountered in online learning are limited access of students to technology,
they don’t know how to use technology or application, and lastly social isolation.
REFLECT
How would you solve them?
Making efficient teaching strategies and solid instructional innovations can help to tackle the
problem. Even while teachers employ that kind of approach, there are still other variables outside
of their control. Another way to address the issue is to request assistance from the government.
We should all be aware that the Philippines has slow internet access, so the government should
help the schools and the students.
PLAN
What initial plan do you intend to do to solve the problem?
The teacher must sustain communication, and in order to do so, the teacher must guarantee a fast
internet connection. For the benefit of students who are not enrolled in the online course, the
teacher must record each class session. The teacher must be patient, understanding, and kind to
the children. If you are having trouble using any of the school's various platforms or devices, you
should also seek professional assistance.
Work on my Artifacts
Make a list of 10 websites where you can source references and instructional materials
for this episode. Place the list in the matrix like the one below. Share this with your mentor.
LIST OF WEBSITES and the TITLES of the CONTENTS
Name of Website Topics/Title of Content or Instructional
Materials
It is a quiz-based website that offers test
reviews, assessment, or checks of
1. quizlet.com understanding. It is good for grade6 to 12
educators that are looking for additional
resources in assisting difficult topics
2. kahoot.com It is a fun quiz style of game that
students like. It can be used in
assessment, create your own question, and
get immediate feedback. It can be used in
online or traditional learning environment and
fun to use.
This website provides free educational
content in form of videos, practice
3. khanacademy.com
exercises from different subjects like math,
science, and etc.
It is site that full or resources for
teachers in enhancing the students’ thinking
4. discoveryeductionglobal.com
skills, and learning experiences that can help
teacher to grow in their professional practices
It is a site that helps teachers by
providing resources in integrating
technology in a curriculum. This site gives
5. eduscape.com
different kinds of suggestions in incorporating
multimedia in a classroom activity, ideas
for projects and etc.
It is a website to help teacher and students to
6. ed.ted.com (Ted-Ed)
access and create interactive video lessons.
It is a website that helps in tracking,
managing, and improving student behavior
7. classdojo.com and learning. It is ideal for students in helping
to improve their engagement and
management.
This platform has a lot of reading
exercises, worksheets, and passages that can
8. readtheory.org help develop the student comprehension, and
critical thinking skills. It is good to use
in online or face-to-face learning.
This site has different kind of classroom
and professional development resources.
9. readwritethink.org You can find lesson plans, printouts, apps,
strategy guides and etc. that can help
the teachers.
A video-based platform that teacher can use in
uploading their video or they can choose
video in YouTube and student can easily
respond to it. It is ideal for teacher in
10. edpuzzle.com
monitoring their students since in this
platform the teacher can see if they watched
the video, how many times they watch
it, and if the student understands the video
