An Appraisal of Science Teaching Activities among Grade III-IV Pupils in Batangas City East District

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Science is an art of significant concern today more than ever. A basic science background is vital for people to function in the modern world. Considering the school is a potent basic agency in the promotion of science consciousness not only among the schoolchildren but also among the people in the community, the school systems have placed upon itself the task of improving the teaching science in the elementary school. In as much as the foundations of science are laid in the elementary levels, it is a focus of attention.

The researcher's inquiry was focused on the needs of teachers, different activities engaged in teaching science, steps and measures extended to upgrade science teaching and difficulties met after having exposed to varied activities.

METHODS

The descriptive research attempted to ascertain and appraise the science teaching activities among grade III-IV pupils in Batangas City East District. In the questionnaire given to 15 science teachers three general components like teachers profile /qualification, activities engage in by the respondents and problems met were identified.

RESULTS

The research revealed that teachers possess the necessary educational qualification for the job although there is still a need for further training most especially those who have not yet attended seminars in science. There are serious problems encountered by science teachers. The common serious problems are no room for laboratory work and shortage of time and expenditures in making materials and devices.

DISCUSSIONS

In general, the research found out that teachers in grade four used varied activities in teaching the pupils and it is not far behind, it is moving to the desired expectations.

Based on the result of the research administrators and supervisors may plan more effective in-service training, activities for the improvement of science teaching.