The Utilization of Structured Instructional Materials of Public Elementary School Teachers Under K to 12 Curriculum: Basis for Enhancement Program

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The K to 12 curriculum is utilized in our present educational system. It seeks to introduce relevant skills development courses and special interest subjects that will suit the personality, strengths and career direction of each learner. With the participation of the Commission on Higher Education and the Technical Education Skills Development Authority, the program has the capability of offering entrepreneurship, and applied math and sciences.

METHODS

The summary method of research is employed in this study focused on descriptive method of research.

RESULTS

Majority of the respondents are female, married, within the age bracket of 26-30 and 31-35; baccalaureate with MA units and teacher III in position and head teacher I for school administrator. Structure the bulletin board in the classroom to help pupils understand more clearly the lessons they are studying. The administrators' perception on the use of instructional materials is presented takes a logical and systematic approach for each activity using SIMs in teaching-learning process. There is a significant relationship on the utilization of instructional materials between the perception of teachers and administrators.

DISCUSSIONS

The teacher "Agree" on the following five statements: Uses the appropriate instructional materials in teaching-learning processes with 3.78; Makes use of reference materials to provide more information of the lesson with 3.67; Provide low-cost teaching aids and devices in facilitating the learning of the pupils with 4.07; Provides and utilize materials and equipment that are not readily available with 3.78; Supervises every group while doing an activity of utilizing appropriate SIMs with 3.98.

The administrator "Agree" on the following five statements: Uses powerpoint, television, internet and incorporate it into classroom instruction with 3.98; Provides and utilize materials and equipment that are not readily available with 3.78; Supervisesevery group while doing an activity of utilizing appropriate SIMs with 3.79; Reminds and monitor the pupils about safety and precautionary measures in utilizing SIMs during an activity with 3.54.