Group Activity 2: Empathy Map and Driving Question by Frances-Mari David

Once you have created your Empathy Map and Driving Question:

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-30 10:35:14 UTC

share the link to your Padlet board via GClassroom >>>Group Activity 2
Only one member will do this. The others will just click 'mark as done'.

There should be at least one post made by each group member in the SAY, DO, FEEL, and THINK sections.

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ONE MEMBER PER GROUP will:

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remake a copy of this Padlet (Second icon on the right). Make sure you tick Copy design and Copy posts.
Email (Knoller) the new Padlet link to all the members of the group

What did the user say? Type significant quotes and key words that the user said (USE DIFFERENT POSTS FOR EACH CONTENT)

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What did the user think? Dig deeper. What might your user be thinking? What are their motivations, goals, needs, desires? What does this tell you about his/her beliefs? (USE DIFFERENT POSTS FOR EACH CONTENT)

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What did the user do? Describe which actions and behaviors you noticed. You. may insert pictures (USE DIFFERENT POSTS FOR EACH CONTENT)

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How did the user feel? Take subtle cues like body language and their choice of words and tone of voice into account. (USE DIFFERENT POSTS FOR EACH CONTENT)

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Identify needs. List down the needs of your target user. Needs are VERBS, not nouns. Needs will lead you to define your problem.

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Type your driving question here following the template below

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marellano0052 — 2024-01-31 12:30:12 UTC

"The more freedom of movement I gave my students, the more engaged they were in the lessons" - Meghan Partridge

WKBN27. (2019). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos&ab_channel=WKBN27

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marellano0052 — 2024-01-31 12:36:47 UTC

Mrs. Meghan Partridge, who implemented a unique classroom setup with flexible seating, allowed students to choose their seats daily for a more comfortable and engaging learning environment.

WKBN27. (2019). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos&ab_channel=WKBN27

gvitug0084 — 2024-01-31 12:38:32 UTC

"Around about three children in every classroom will go to see a doctor before the 16th birthday complaining of back pain but for some of them that is because all the things that curvature of the spine or what we might call growing pains I refer a large number of children it's because it's a heavy bags they're carrying, it's because of the cheap seats and tables that are having to use, and in fact it's not jus interfering with their bodily development it's actually affecting their ability to learn."

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

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jmadrid0164 — 2024-01-31 12:40:21 UTC

"It just makes me so happy. I'm happy to see them excited to learn and be here."

- Meghan Partridge

WKBN27. (2019, February 15). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos

marellano0052 — 2024-01-31 12:41:30 UTC

The user seems to have a positive and enthusiastic reaction to the information provided. They use phrases like "I found it to be a comfortable fit" and highlight the positive impact of the flexible seating arrangement, the engagement of students, and the overall success of the unique classroom setup.

WKBN27. (2019). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos&ab_channel=WKBN27

gvitug0084 — 2024-01-31 12:42:47 UTC

A team of medical professionals designed a seat cushion that can be placed on top of student chairs to adjust the seating angle thus improving the child's posture.

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

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marellano0052 — 2024-01-31 12:43:47 UTC

Mrs. Partridge's innovative approach to classroom seating and engagement appears to be well-received. They might be motivated by a belief that creating a comfortable and flexible learning environment enhances student focus and enjoyment, as evidenced by the positive feedback from the students and Mrs. Partridge's happiness in seeing her students excited to learn.

WKBN27. (2019). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos&ab_channel=WKBN27

jmadrid0164 — 2024-01-31 12:44:01 UTC

Considering that the subject she teaches is quite demanding, math teacher Mrs. Partridge decided to create a donation fund for others to donate money for student seating. Nevertheless, she still sourced the majority of the seating and tables herself in order to make her discussions much more comfortable and joyful for her students.

WKBN27. (2019, February 15). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-31 12:48:04 UTC

"The world within today is to try to prevent the children in the classroom from getting bad back later on"

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?

gvitug0084 — 2024-01-31 12:50:48 UTC

Overall there was a positive impact on the users, which is the student body, as their teacher said "They are more comfortable breathing is better attention is better and I think they would come to like it as time goes on.".

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

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jmadrid0164 — 2024-01-31 12:51:59 UTC

The users' enthusiastic dispositions and wide smiles as they enter Mrs. Partridge's classroom and talk gleefully about how the unique configuration of seats helps them with their studies seem to indicate that they really like the method in which her classroom is set up.

WKBN27. (2019, February 15). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-31 12:58:34 UTC

The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) gave the students a method or an alternative therapy to further improve their posture and movement, which is the Alexander Technique.

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?

jmadrid0164 — 2024-01-31 12:59:32 UTC

Mrs. Partridge's commitment to fostering a closer relationship with her pupils and assisting them in learning in an optimal environment is seen in her efforts to provide comfortable seating. It demonstrates her belief as a teacher that providing her students with a safe, supportive learning environment is of utmost importance, and that she is not afraid to defy norms in order to enhance the experience of her students.

WKBN27. (2019, February 15). Students loving comfortable seating inside Niles Middle School classroom [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThQvgR3hos

jbicierro0053 — 2024-01-31 13:01:52 UTC

"The education department has recently reported that it has only completed 11 out of its original target of 47,000 classrooms to be constructed in 2018..." -CNN Philippines

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

marellano0052 — 2024-01-31 13:05:10 UTC

Comfortize: Students seek comfortable seating to stay focused and relaxed during class.

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-31 13:05:51 UTC

There was a positive impact on the users as the teachers said that with better chairs and the Alexander Technique, the students will obtain twice the oxygen supply they need for better learning.

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

jmadrid0164 — 2024-01-31 13:06:18 UTC

Recuperate: Pupils needs to be able to recuperate in their chairs despite the intensive discussions, numerous deadlines, and hectic schedules that they have to face everyday.

jbicierro0053 — 2024-01-31 13:11:42 UTC

Bear Brand Fortified Milk actively tackles the challenge of insufficient school facilities for students by forging partnerships with key stakeholders, including DepEd. Through a visionary initiative, the brand collects its used packaging at Mercury drug stores and transforms them into ergonomic chairs for students in school.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-31 13:13:16 UTC

The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) believes that improved school chairs and the Alexander Technique are expected to help the students, with possible benefits to their physical and mental health, as well as their learning experience. Students may be more present and interested in their studies as they sit in better and more comfortable seats.

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

jbicierro0053 — 2024-01-31 13:14:24 UTC

Bear Brand Fortified Milk aspires for an increased collective effort among Filipinos to actively contribute to building a stronger and healthier educational environment for students. This ambition stands at the core of the brand's mission, where the ultimate goal is to foster a stronger sense of community engagement that positively influences student education. The brand remains optimistic that by inspiring proactive initiatives, it can play a significant role in shaping a future where education thrives in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

gvitug0084 — 2024-01-31 13:16:11 UTC

The ultimate goal of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) is to prohibit classroom chairs that are detrimental to kids' backs. This association also seeks to increase public awareness that bad posture can create long-term health issues and often serves as the primary cause of back pain for students.

Technique, A. (2014). Alexander Technique | Better School Chairs Campaign [YouTube Video]. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3AL5SK_tUI&ab_channel=AlexanderTechnique

jbicierro0053 — 2024-01-31 13:17:09 UTC

With this initiative, people working for these brands feel that this can be a chance to inspire the students of the Philippines and create a more comfortable learning environment for them.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

gvitug0084 — 2024-01-31 13:19:25 UTC

Improve: Change up the chair features that can help students, or the users, focus and concentrate more, creating the best possible learning environment for everyone.

fdavid0310 — 2024-01-31 13:23:02 UTC

Champion: Students seek significant support and commitment to change the situation for students with uncomfortable seats.

agoyena0067 — 2024-01-31 13:25:50 UTC

“With the increasing population of students in the Philippines, the lack of learning facilities continues to be a major problem.” - CNN Philippines

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

jbicierro0053 — 2024-01-31 13:26:26 UTC

Require: Students across the Philippines require improved access to school facilities, particularly chairs and desks, as certain educational institutions currently lack an adequate number to accommodate their student population.

agoyena0067 — 2024-01-31 13:29:33 UTC

Bear Brand Fortified Milk recognizes the pressing challenge of inadequate school facilities that hinder the learning environment for students. The brand has adopted a proactive stance in tackling this issue by establishing alliances with key stakeholders that allow Bear Brand to coordinate its initiatives with the educational system and successfully handle the difficulties encountered by educational institutions. In addition to these partnerships, Bear Brand has established a unique program wherein recycling takes on a profound purpose, as the collected materials are transformed into ergonomic chairs. This initiative showcases a creative and environmentally conscious approach to corporate social responsibility, making a positive impact on both education and sustainability.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

agoyena0067 — 2024-01-31 13:31:41 UTC

In addition to the direct benefits to education and the environment, it offers staff members an opportunity to be driven by their work and to motivate Filipino students, which cultivates a feeling of accomplishment, direction, and dedication to changing the community for the better.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P

agoyena0067 — 2024-01-31 13:35:36 UTC

How can we design innovative, sustainable learning environments that prioritize ergonomic comfort and eco-friendly materials to enhance students' overall well-being and academic performance?

agoyena0067 — 2024-01-31 13:46:38 UTC

Fundamental to the brand's goal is the notion that a strong feeling of community involvement may have a good influence on students' education. The mission of Bear Brand Fortified Milk is to stimulate and promote community-wide activities that lead to the improvement of learning settings, support networks, and instructional materials.

Used milk containers transformed into recycled school chairs. (2019, October 2). [Video]. Youtube. Retrieved January 31, 2024, from https://youtu.be/2I93pPxitwI?si=dZ3OUWRmjFjtwE4P