My Interactive STP

My Interactive Statement of Teaching Philosophy

EUNICE REGAYA | MST 123 AY.'25-'26

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Hello! I'm Ma'am Eunice !

Welcome to my Interactive Statement of Teaching Philosophy presented as an escape room experience that reflects my core belief in active, engaging learning!

Why an Educational Escape Room? Just as I believe learning should be interactive, collaborative, and meaningful rather than passive absorption of information, this presentation embodies my teaching philosophy in action. Instead of simply reading my beliefs about education, you'll experience them through discovery and active engagement, which will be the very approach I will bring to my classroom. The Journey Ahead: 6 Lessons, 6 Discoveries. This escape room contains 6 designed lessons, each representing the essential questions every educator must answer to develop their teaching philosophy: Lesson 1: What is the purpose of education for you? Lesson 2: What kind of teacher will you be? (connecting to educational philosophies and learning theories) Lesson 3: How would you make your lessons memorable? Lesson 4: How would you ensure that your students will imbibe your lessons? Lesson 5: How would you assess the performance of your students? Lesson 6: What is your dream for our educational system? Your teaching goals? Each lesson challenges you with three questions that unlock deeper understanding of my educational beliefs. Only by completing each section will you gain access to my comprehensive response to that lesson's guiding question. This mirrors my classroom approach: learning through discovery, earning understanding through engagement. This escape room format represents everything I stand for as an educator: learning should be student-centered, interactive, and empowering. Just as my students construct their own understanding through guided discovery, you'll uncover my teaching philosophy piece by piece, making each revelation more meaningful and memorable. Let's begin this educational adventure together!

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Lesson 01: What is the purpose of education?

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Lesson 01: What is the purpose of education?

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Education is fundamentally about transformation, not just information. For me, the purpose of education goes far beyond filling students with facts; it's about igniting their natural curiosity and unlocking their unlimited potential. In the Filipino context, education serves as the great equalizer that breaks generational cycles of poverty. Every child, regardless of their family's economic status or social background, deserves to believe that their circumstances don't define their destiny. Education must widen horizons and shape minds, teaching students not just academic knowledge but life skills that help them recognize their worth, defend their rights, refuse to let others diminish their potential, and build confidence to succeed. True education nurtures students intellectually, emotionally, and socially. It's not enough to teach academic content, but we must develop critical thinkers who can adapt, innovate, and lead in an uncertain world. Students need life skills that build confidence, problem-solving abilities, and emotional intelligence to navigate both success and challenges. When students leave my classroom, I want them equipped with tools to question assumptions, analyze situations critically, and create solutions for real-world problems. They should maintain their Filipino values while developing global competencies that prepare them for an interconnected world. Most importantly, education carries a responsibility to give back. Students must understand that their education benefits not just themselves, but their families, communities, and nation. True success means using knowledge and opportunities to lift others up, creating a ripple effect of positive change. Education is ultimately about believing in human potential and providing every student the keys to unlock their own greatness while serving something greater than themselves.

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Lesson 02: What kind of teacher would I be?

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Lesson 02: What kind of teacher would I be?

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I will be a facilitator, mentor, and co-learner rather than the traditional "sage on the stage," but someone who guides students as they construct their own understanding and discover their potential. My approach seamlessly blends multiple educational theories to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences: constructivism, where students actively build knowledge through guided discovery much like this interactive escape room/game presentation strategy, where learners navigate challenges to construct knowledge rather than passively receive information; Vygotsky's social learning theory emphasizing collaboration, Gardner's multiple intelligences honoring diverse learning styles, progressivism through hands-on problem-solving, existentialism by helping students find personal meaning in their learning, humanism by recognizing each student's inherent worth, and information processing theories to accommodate different cognitive approaches. As a Filipino educator understanding our classroom realities—managing 40-50 students with limited resources, and supporting students who work part-time or help their families—I'll incorporate cultural values like pakikipagkapwa and bayanihan spirit, creating classrooms where students support each other and learn collaboratively because they understand struggle, and where respect is earned through genuine care rather than fear. I won't be the intimidating 'Ma'am' demanding silence from the front. Instead, I'll be their caring 'Ate' or second mom, someone who understands them. I want to be someone they can reach out to, express themselves freely, and share their concerns and struggles. I will be kind and always open to listening while ensuring that respect flows both ways and learning becomes a two-way street where we grow together. I want to extend help in every way possible, providing support, advice, and sharing wisdom about life. My friends often say I have the ability to make them reflect after our conversations. I want my students to experience this same gift of reflection and understanding, helping them not just learn subjects but live their lives better. I commit to being both deeply empathetic and highly competent. While I'll understand my students' backgrounds and challenges, I'll also continuously improve my teaching skills and subject mastery to deliver lessons clearly, confidently, and engagingly. Learning should be fun and exciting, making every student eager to attend class, participate in discussions, and engage in active learning. I want to be remembered as a teacher who perfectly balanced empathy and humanity with professional expertise and effectiveness. I want them to remember both how I made them feel in my classroom and how skillfully I delivered lessons. Most importantly, I want to be someone they looked up to as both a professional teacher and a life companion who genuinely cared about their growth as whole human beings.

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Lesson 03:How would I make my lessons memorable?

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Lesson 03:How would I make my lessons memorable?

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I will create multi-sensory, story-driven experiences that transform learning into exciting adventures where students eagerly participate and engage actively with content. Through storytelling that weaves narratives around academic content, hands-on activities like experiments and maker projects, and meaningful technology integration, including gamification elements, every lesson will engage multiple learning styles simultaneously. My memorable lessons incorporate movement, music, visual arts, and meaningful student choice while ensuring authentic connections to Filipino contexts. I'll teach fractions through cooking traditional dishes like suman or bibingka, explore mathematical patterns in indigenous textiles, use familiar social media formats to teach communication skills, or transform local community challenges into collaborative problem-solving case studies. Understanding the realities of large class sizes and limited resources, I'll design creative activities that maximize shared materials and leverage peer collaboration, transforming constraints into catalysts for innovation. Students become co-creators of knowledge rather than passive recipients. My approach mirrors interactive discovery experiences where learners navigate challenges, uncover patterns, and construct understanding through guided exploration rather than direct instruction. Memorable lessons create emotional connections by bringing students' worlds into the classroom such as their dreams, their struggles with family expectations, and their concerns about community issues. When academic content intersects with personal relevance, learning becomes transformative rather than transactional. I'll establish classroom rituals and traditions that students anticipate. It might be Mystery Monday problems, Wonder Wednesday experiments, or Feedback Friday celebrations. By incorporating surprise elements, humor, student voice, and opportunities for creative expression, each lesson becomes an event students remember and discuss beyond school hours. Through this approach, students don't just learn content but they experience learning as joyful discovery, developing genuine enthusiasm that extends far beyond classroom walls into lifelong curiosity and growth.

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Lesson 04: How would I ensure that my students will imbibe my lessons?

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Lesson 04: How would I ensure that my students will imbibe my lessons?

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I will use scaffolding strategies that break complex concepts into manageable, confidence-building steps while fostering peer collaboration where students learn from and teach each other. Understanding that students face different challenges, I'll create flexible learning pathways that accommodate their realities while maintaining high yet achievable expectations. Through regular reflection practices, including journals and metacognitive strategies, students will develop awareness of their own learning processes and become active partners of their education. I will provide timely, specific feedback that focuses on growth and identifies next steps rather than perfection, and focus on deficits or comparing to students to one another. Creating personal relevance drives deep learning, so I will consistently connect content to students' lives, dreams, cultural contexts, and future aspirations. I'll offer flexible support for those balancing school with work or family responsibilities, recognizing that engagement looks different for every learner. My approach emphasizes experiential discovery where students construct understanding through hands-on exploration, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. By implementing ongoing formative assessments, I can adjust instruction in real-time and ensure no student falls behind. Creating a supportive classroom community where stronger students mentor struggling peers transforms learning from an individual struggle into a collective journey toward success. These strategies ensure deep internalization because students see themselves reflected in every lesson, feel genuinely valued, and experience learning as personally meaningful rather than externally imposed.

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Lesson 05: How would I assess the performance of my students?

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Lesson 05: How would I assess the performance of my students?

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My assessment approach will be holistic, authentic, and growth-focused, designed to work effectively while celebrating every student's progress and diverse strengths rather than creating anxiety or competition. I'll employ multiple assessment strategies that honor various learning styles and intelligences: comprehensive portfolios showcasing development over time, performance-based tasks with real-world applications, peer and self-assessment tools that build metacognitive skills, and diverse demonstration formats including written, oral, visual, kinesthetic, and digital presentations. Knowing that many students face economic constraints and varying home circumstances, I'll provide equitable alternatives that don't require expensive materials—oral presentations instead of printed posters, collaborative projects using shared resources, or digital submissions accessed through school computers if available. Every student deserves multiple pathways to demonstrate mastery. Rather than relying solely on traditional tests that may disadvantage students who excel in non-conventional ways, I'll implement authentic assessments that recognize academic, artistic, interpersonal, and practical skills equally. My assessment philosophy accommodates students who may miss classes due to work, family responsibilities, or health issues by offering flexible deadlines, make-up opportunities, and alternative demonstration methods. Assessment should reduce stress, not amplify existing challenges. Every evaluation becomes a learning opportunity through timely, specific, actionable feedback focused on individual growth rather than comparison with peers. I'll incorporate peer assessment to foster collaborative learning while building students' capacity to evaluate and support each other's academic journeys. Assessment in my classroom supports learning rather than simply measuring it, creating a culture where mistakes become stepping stones and progress is celebrated regardless of starting point.

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Lesson 06: What is my dream for our educational system? My teaching goals?

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Lesson 06: What is my dream for our educational system? My teaching goals?

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My dream is to transform Philippine education into an inclusive system that produces globally competitive yet deeply rooted Filipino citizens. I envision classrooms where every child, regardless of background, learning style, or economic status, discovers their potential through fearless learning that honors both innovation and tradition. I dream of schools where students learn cutting-edge science while preserving indigenous wisdom, where economic background doesn't determine educational quality, and where learning happens through curiosity rather than fear. This system would bridge the gap between local relevance and global standards, ensuring our students can solve Philippine-specific problems while contributing to worldwide progress. As an educator, I commit to nurturing fearless learners who embrace curiosity as their compass and view mistakes as stepping stones to mastery. Every student will feel valued and capable of achieving excellence, and approach learning with excitement and enthusiasm. I hope that every Filipino child will not be afraid to learn, will stay curious about the world around them, and will always be interested in growing and improving themselves. By making a difference and contributing to the betterment of our education system, starting with my own classroom and students, I aim to inspire the next generation to become confident, curious, and compassionate leaders. I also aim to develop students who understand that education is both a personal privilege and a social responsibility. My dream is to help build an educational system that produces graduates who not only achieve academic success despite financial constraints but also give back to their communities, break generational poverty through education, develop both local pride and global competence, and create solutions for our nation’s problems. Ultimately, I hope to help build an educational system where every Filipino child feels empowered to pursue their dreams while staying rooted in their values and service to others.

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Teaching Philosophy Explorer Certificate

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Asst. Prof. Lara Ruth Mavil A. Ching-Dailo

This certifies that you have successfully journeyed through all six dimensions of my educational philosophy and discovered the heart of my commitment to transformative teaching. Thank you for taking this educational journey with me. Just as you've actively constructed understanding of my philosophy through discovery and engagement, I am committed to helping my students build their own knowledge, confidence, and dreams through the same approach. May this interactive experience inspire you to see education as the dynamic, transformative force it truly is.

With gratitude and excitement for the learning adventures ahead, Eunice Regaya Future Educator