Questions and Answers
Traditional teaching views students as Tabula Rasa or blank slates.
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What should be the primary focus of teachers according to Art.VIII of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers?
What term refers to the guidance given to learners to help them achieve more?
Scaffolding
According to BP 232: Education Act (1982), what type of teaching is considered actual teaching?
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In loco parentis allows teachers to act as parents during class.
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Match the following Republic Acts with their focus area:
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What does ZPD stand for?
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Teachers should guide students for mastery through _____ and fading away techniques.
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Study Notes
Elements of the Teaching Process
- Teaching involves three core elements: teacher, students, and the classroom learning environment.
- A conducive learning environment is one where students can learn comfortably, with acoustics representing non-academic noise levels.
Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers
- Article VIII emphasizes that students should be the top priority for teachers, promoting a learner-centered approach.
- Instruction should start from the learners' existing knowledge base.
Teaching Approaches
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Traditional Teaching (Sage on the Stage)
- Characterized by teachers presenting information from a podium and spoon-feeding knowledge to students.
- Based on the belief students are a Tabula Rasa (blank slate), a concept introduced by John Locke and critiqued by Paulo Freire.
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Learner-Centered Education (Guide on the Side)
- Teachers act as guides, supporting students through scaffolding, helping them learn more independently.
- Jerome Bruner introduced key concepts like ZPD (Zone of Proximal Development) which represents what learners can accomplish with help.
- ZAD (Zone of Actual Development) refers to abilities students have without assistance.
- Cognitive disequilibrium occurs when new information conflicts with existing knowledge, prompting accommodation.
Teacher Powers
- Teachers possess expert power, serving as More Knowledgeable Others (MKO).
- Referent power allows teachers to influence students and create a multiplier effect on learning.
In Loco Parentis
- Under In Loco Parentis, teachers hold parental responsibilities over students during classroom hours, as articulated in the parenthood act.
Legal Framework for Teachers
- BP 232 (1982 Education Act) mandates full-time teaching across all levels and includes research assignments with no administrative duties.
- BP 4670 (Magna Carta for Public School Teachers) covers vocational and classroom teaching, applicable to public schools only.
- RA 7836 governs the practice of teaching and establishes requirements for teachers across elementary and secondary education.
- RA 10533 (K-12 Act) stipulates that vocational teachers without licensure must pass boards within five years.
- RA 10157 enforces mandatory and accessible kindergarten education opportunities for all children.
Legislative Context
- Batas Pambansa (BP) laws were enacted during the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos in the 1973 Constitution.
- Republic Acts (RA) are laws passed post-1987 Constitution, marking a shift in legislative authority from the executive to the legislative branch.
Teacher Qualities
- Effective teachers exhibit a variety of essential qualities that contribute to a positive learning experience, fostering engagement, inclusivity, and motivation among students.
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Description
This quiz covers essential elements of the teaching process, including the roles of teachers, students, and the learning environment. It also delves into various teaching approaches such as traditional and learner-centered education, as well as the ethical responsibilities of teachers. Test your understanding of these fundamental concepts in education.
