Survey on the Preferences of Foreign Students in terms of Instructional Materials in St. Mary's College, Quezon City

Authors

  • Shermaine Grace M. De Leon
  • Sherry D. Factor
  • Loida B. Isip
  • Monica Marie Senador
  • Dianne L. Yee

Keywords:

instructional materials, audio materials, visual materials, multimedia materials, instructional materials and audio visual center

Abstract

The study aimed to determine the awareness and preferences of foreign students in terms of instructional materials used in Science, Mathematics, Language, History and Religion classes of St. Mary's College, Quezon City and to improve the effectiveness of the instructional materials used to teach foreign students in various courses. Twenty-five (25) foreign students (Indonesian, Chinese, Myanmese, Vietnamese and Filipino) enrolled in the subjects were the respondents. The study utilised survey method using self-made Likert type model questionnaire and interviews. Results showed that the majority, or 84%, of the foreign students enrolled in the subjects are aware of the existence of the audio visual materials. Respondents strongly agree or prefer to use visual/print materials in Science, Mathematics, and Language subjects, while audio and multimedia materials are preferred in teaching History and Religion subjects. The researchers recommend the consideration of the multiple intelligences and learning styles of the students in using instructional materials in the classroom.

Published

2017-12-18