Development of Instructional Module in Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan Grade IV: Its Acceptability

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Home economics is a component in Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) in the new curriculum. This subject gives emphasis in developing the skills and work habits of every pupil who are studying homemaking for first time. The subject is geared to the Filipino family life, its values and tradition. This will be their springboard to attain future work and occupation as they are exposed to what will help the pupils to develop a greater appreciation for their home and family. The pupils are stimulated towards acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes in homemaking activities. This study attempted to produce functional and effective modular instructional materials based on PELC as a means of enhancing effective teaching and learning basic skills in Home Economics IV.

METHODS

The study employed the descriptive research method the true meaning of the data collected should be reported from the point of view of the objectives and the basic assumption of the project. It is concerned with the relationship that exist, practices that prevail, processes that are going on, effects that are being felt, or trends that are developing (Calderon and Gonzales 2014). The respondents of this study were eighteen (18) School Heads and forty-four (44) Home Economics Teachers and two hundred six (206) pupils of Bagong Buhay Elementary school. The data gathered were, evaluated, and analyzed using percentage to analyze the extent of the use of instructional materials by the teachers teaching in TLE Home Economics.

RESULTS

In general, the respondents positively accepted the proposed modular instructional materials in terms of the following criteria: objective, content, language, and style, usefulness, clarity, presentation and evaluation.

DISCUSSIONS

The extent of the use of instructional materials by the teachers teaching Home Economics is of moderate extent. Based on the findings and conclusions, the following recommendations are suggested: teachers should be encouraged to use modular instructional materials in teaching TLE to upgrade their achievement level of teaching and the modular instructional materials should undergo further assessment by the EPPsupervisor and the HE teachers for refinement and improvement.