SMCQC, Philippines –NPRU, Thailand Student Exchange Program: An Assessment

Abstract

This study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the program and to further improve its delivery in response to the demands of integration in education. It sought to determine the effects on the student-participants in terms of values gained, knowledge acquired, activities engaged in and food appreciated. The study was descriptive and included 20 exchange students of NakhonPathomRajabhat University, Thailand who belonged to the second to fourth year levels of Education, Nursing, Public Relation, International Business, Business English, Accountancy, and Science Programs only. Data was collected using a survey questionnaire to evaluate the program of activities, course offerings, faculty, facilities and accommodation and also the effects of the program on the students. Frequency, mean and ranking were used to analyse the data. Results showed an outstanding evaluation of the Program Activities, Course Offerings, Faculty, Facilities and Accommodation. The effectiveness and success of the program was manifested in its effects on the students, in the values and knowledge gained as well as in their productive engagement in activities and appreciation of another country's culture. It is recommended that the Program be continued and extended to other countries, with consideration of the different aspects for its success and effectiveness.