Cagayan State University

Andrews Campus, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan 3500

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

COURSE OUTLINE
EDU 34 (PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING 1)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course introduces prospective teachers to the nature of teaching. It deals

specifically with the principles of effective instruction and the concomitant processes
involved: instruction planning and demonstration teaching. It is further a blend of
theoretical information and selected matching actual experiences.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
• Discuss the concepts of teaching and teaching profession, principles of
teaching and instructional decisions

• Demonstrate decision-making skills related to appropriate selection of

objectives, subject matter , methodologies, different types of instructional
materials and instructional delivery system

• Exhibit positive attitude towards the teaching profession through

conscientious acquisition of content knowledge, skills and attitudes in
teaching.

TOPICS:
I. The Meaning & Importance of Principles of Teaching and Learning

II. Principles of Teaching

A. The Teaching Profession: An Overview
B. Elements of Teaching and Learning
1. The Learner
The Nature of the Learner
The Fundamental Equipment of the Learner
Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory
Learning Styles
2. The Teacher
The Professional Teacher
Professional Attributes
Personal Attributes
3. The Learning Environment
Physical Condition of Classroom
A Non-threatening Atmosphere

III. Principles of Teaching Relative to:

1. Learning Goals and Objectives
2. Instructional Strategies
3. Classroom Management
4. Assessment of Learning
 IV. Effective Classroom Management Techniques: Management of:
Time Discipline
Instruction Physical Environment
Relationship Routine-

V. Techniques of Teaching
Differences among approach, methods/strategies, and techniques

VI. Time Tested Methods-

VII. Improved Instructional Practices-

VIII. The Art of Questioning-

IX. Higher Level Thinking-

COURSE REQUIREMENT:
Major Examination 40%
Quizzes 20%
Class Participation/Report 30%
Assignment/Output/Project 10%
Educational Cartoons- Interpretation & analysis of economic cartoon from
newspaper or weekly Magazine/ internet.

Main Idea Card (MIC)- readings in editorials and columns reflecting pressing
contemporary Educational issues

Prepared by:

ROGER JOSE RAMOS

Part-Time Faculty