Students' Perceptions on The Teaching of Values Education in Lumbangan National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The Philippine Education System offers Academic Subjects namely: Filipino, English, Mathematics, Science, T.L.E., Araling Panlipunan, MAPEH and Values Education. Among these subjects, Values Education is thought of as the least important since it is taught twice a week only. Values is an integral part of human foundation. Teachers offer a big part to the molding of these values to modern students. In the Basic Education Curriculum, it is evident that the government is trying to refresh the values of Filipino children amidst the character crisis that we experience today.

METHODS

This study utilized the descriptive method of research in order to achieve the purpose of this study which was to determine the perceptions of grade 10 students about the teaching of Values Education in Lumbangan National High School. It is descriptive in a sense that the data to be obtained would be analyzed and described.

RESULTS

Results showed that students are the main recipients of learning in the classroom and they are aware of the way their teachers use teaching strategies and the materials being used to make the lesson more effective. The students need more time to learn values in school therefore, it was recommended that this subject should be taught as well in different subjects using the integration approach otherwise, adjustment with regards to time allotment is advised. The teacher as the benefactor of knowledge and of moral values as well must display personal set of moral values and must teach with conviction. Enthusiastic teachers can positively influence the learners throughout the learning process. Efficiency and effectivity of the teacher are key ingredients to foster positive learning environment.

DISCUSSIONS

Students should be encouraged to put into their hearts the value of learning the Values Education as an important subject in the curriculum so students will have continuous learning in values from home to school and they can apply in their daily endeavor. Moreover, students should be engaged in different learning activities in the subject to raise their interest more to learn the lessons and apply the learning they learned in their lives. Teachers should incorporate the teaching of values education not only in the subject in particular but in all subject areas to help the students apply the concept of Values Education.