BSESS | BTLED - AREA III: CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

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Area III: Curriculum and Instruction

A. Curriculum and Program of Studies

S.1 The curriculum provides for the development of the following professional competencies:

S.1.1 acquisition of knowledge of theories in the discipline;

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S.1.2 application of the theories to real problems in the field; and

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S.1.3 demonstration of skills in applying different strategies in the actual work setting.

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S.2 There is a system of validation of subjects taken from other schools.

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S.3 The curriculum reflects local, regional, and national goals as well as Institution’s vision and mission.

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 The curriculum/program of study meets the requirements and standards of CHED.

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I.1.1 General Education 60 units

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I.1.2 Non -professional Education 51 units

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I.1.3 Major Subjects 57 units

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I.1.4 Physical Education Courses 8 units

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I.1.5 NSTP 6 units

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I.1.6 One year exposure to Dial Ytaining System (DTS) or Industry Immersion.

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I.2 The subjects are logically sequenced and prerequisite courses are identified.

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I.3 The curricular content is responsive to the needs of the country, recent developments in the profession, and current global trends

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I.4 The curricular content covers professional and technical preparation required of its graduates.

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I.5 The curriculum integrates values, reflective of national customs, culture and traditions in cases where applicable.

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I.6 Opportunities for participation in hands-on activities, such as immersion/practical training and field of study are maintained in the curriculum.

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I.7 The following processes are undertaken to ensure quality the process of curriculum development:

I.7.1 participative planning and designing of the curriculum by the following stakeholders:

I.7.1.1 administration;

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I.7.1.2 faculty;

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I.7.1.3 students;

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I.7.1.4 alumni;

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I.7.1.5 representatives from the industry/ sector; and

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I.7.1.6 others (please specify)

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I.7.2 periodic review, assessment and updating of the curriculum by the Academic Council;

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I.7.3 confirmation of the curriculum by the BOR/BOT; and

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I.7.4 others (please specify).

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I.8 The program of study allows the accommodation of students with special needs and provides opportunities for them to finish the degree.

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 The curriculum is responsive and relevant to the demand of time.

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O.2 There is a passing average performance in the Licensure Examination (if applicable).

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B. Instructional Processes, Methodologies and Learning Opportunities

Syllabus and Instructional Materials

S.1 There is an Institutional out-come based standard format in the preparation of course syllabi.

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S.2 The syllabus includes a list of suggested readings and references of print and electronic resources published within the last ten (10) years.

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S.3 Copies of all course syllabi during the term are available at the Dean’s office or in any other appropriate repository.

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S.4 Copies of all course syllabi in the previous term are filed for references purposes.

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S.5 There is provision for remedial measures to strengthen the basic skills in Mathematics and English and other “tool” subjects.

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S.6 There is a mechanism to facilitate the teaching-learning process.

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 The Dean or official concerned approves the updated syllabus for each subject.

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I.2 The faculty prepare syllabi with comprehensive contents.

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I.3 The faculty revise and enhances their syllabi preferably every two years as needed.

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I.4 The faculty distributes a copy of the syllabus to each student.

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I.5 Teaching strategies stimulate the development of the students’ higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) such as critical thinking, analytical thinking, creative thinking and problem-solving.

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Teaching Method and Techniques

I.6 Classroom instruction is enriched through the use of the following strategies:

I.6.1 symposia, seminars, workshops, professional lectures;

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I.6.2 educational tours/learning visits/other co-curricular activities;

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I.6.3 peer teaching/cooperative learning; and

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I.6.4 computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and computer-assisted learning (CAL).

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I.6.5 industry immersion/in-plant training; and

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I.6.6 experiential learning/field study

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I.7 At least three (3) of the following course requirements are used:

I.7.1 group/individual projects;

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I.7.2 group/individual reports;

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I.7.3 group/individual term papers;

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I.7.4 performance activities;

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I.7.5 learning contract;

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I.7.6 portfolio; / 1.7.6 learning contract

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I.7.7 learning modules; / 1.7.7 portfolio

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I.7.8 research study; and / 1.7.8 learning Modules

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I.7.9 others (please specify) /1.7.9 research study

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1.7.10 others please specify

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I.8 Instruction is enriched through the use of at least, ten (10) of the following techniques/strategies:

I.8.1 film showing;

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I.8.2 projects;

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I.8.3 group dynamics;

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I.8.4 case study;

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I.8.5 workshops;

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I.8.6 simulations;

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I.8.7 dimensional question approach;

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I.8.8 brainstorming;

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I.8.9 buzz sessions;

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I.8.10 informal creative groups;

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I.8.11 interactive learning;

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I.8.12 team teaching;

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I.8.13 micro teaching;

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I.8.14 macro teaching;

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I.8.15 tandem teaching;

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I.8.16 peer teaching;

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I.8.17 multi-media/courseware/ teachware;

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I.8.18 experiments;

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I.8.19 problem-solving

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I.8.20 type study methods;

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I.8.21 reporting;

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I.8.22 panel discussion; and

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I.8.23 others (please specify)

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I.9 Instruction Instructional strategies provide for student’s individual needs and the development of multiple intelligences.

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I.10 Instruction is enhanced through the following:

I.10.1 submission of approved and updated syllabus per subject/course;

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I.10.2 regular classroom observation/supervision;

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I.10.3 regular faculty meetings with the Dean/ Department Chair;

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I.10.4 regular Faculty Performance Evaluation;

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I.10.5 attendance/participation of faculty in in-service training;

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I.10.6 conduct of experimental classes; and

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I.10.7 adoption of alternative instructional delivery modes, modular instruction, e-learning and on-line study.

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I.11 Instructional materials (IM) are reviewed and recommended by the Instructional Materials Committee (IMC).

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I.12 Varied, multi-sensory instruction.

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I.13 The College/Academic Unit maintains consortia and linkages with other learning institutions for academic exchange of instructional materials.

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I.14 The faculty are encouraged to produce their own instructional materials such as modules, software, visual aids, manuals and textbooks.

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 Course syllabi are updated and approved by concerned authorities.

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O.2 Varied teaching strategies and techniques are efficiently and effectively used.

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O.3 Instructional materials produced by the faculty are copyrighted and patented.

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C: ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

S.1 The program of studies has a system of evaluating the student performance through a combination of the following:

S.1.1 formative tests such as quizzes, unit tests;

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S.1.2 summative tests such as mid-term and final examination;

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S.1.3 project and term papers;

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S.1.4 practicum and performance tests; and e faculty are copyrighted and patented.

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S.1.5 other course requirements.

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S.2 The summative tests have the following descriptions:

S.2.1 comprehensive enough to test the different levels of cognitive skills and knowledge of content; and

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S.2.2 based on well-designed Table of Specifications (TOS).

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 Varied evaluation measures are used such as:

I.1.1 portfolio;

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I.1.2 rubric assessment;

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I.1.3 skills demonstration;

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I.1.4 paper and pencil tests;

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I.1.5 oral examinations;

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I.1.6 group/individual reports;

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I.1.7 group/individual projects; and

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I.1.8 others (please specify) / I.1.8 Projects

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I.1.9 laboratory activities; and

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I.1.10 Others please specify:

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I.2 Evaluation tools/instruments are reviewed periodically and revised.

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I.3 The faculty members are trained on how to assess student performance.

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I.4 The College/Academic Unit encourages and supports assessment for multiple intelligences.

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I.5 Course and test requirements are returned to students after results are checked, recorded, and analyzed.

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I.6 The system of student evaluation and grading is defined, understood, and disseminated to:

I.6.1 students;

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I.6.2 faculty;

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I.6.3 academic administrators; and

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I.6.4 parents/guardians.

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I.7. Appropriate measures are made to improve the performance in government examinations such as the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).

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I.8. The institution has a program in graduates in gaining employment related to their field of specialization within the following periods after graduation

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 The students’ academic performance is commendable.

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O.2 Retention rate of students is on the average.

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D: MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING

S.1 There are policies on management of learning which include the following:

S.1.1 student attendance in class and other academic activities;

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S.1.2 schedule of classes;

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S.1.3 submission of outputs; and

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S.1.4 maintenance of cleanliness and orderliness.

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 The policies on management of learning are enforced.

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I.2 Students’ activities are well-planned and implemented

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I.3 Assignments are designed to reinforce teaching which results to students maximum learning.

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I.4 The maximum class size of 50 for undergraduate course is observed.

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I.5 Classroom discipline is maintained in consonance with democratic practices.

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I.6 The class officers and assigned students assist in maintaining cleanliness of classrooms, laboratories, corridors and the school campus.

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I.7 Independen work and performance are encouraged and monitored in the following:

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I.7.1 case studies/reports;

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I.7.2 thesis; and

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I.7.3 others (please specify)

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I.8 In practicum courses, (field study, OJT, practice teaching, etc.) the number of trainees supervised by each coordinator does not exceed 50.

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I.8.1 case studies/reports;

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I.8.2 practice teaching; and

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I.8.3 others (please specify) ______________

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I.9 In practicum courses (field study, OJT, practice teaching, etc.) the number of trainees supervised by each coordinator does not exceed 50.

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 Learning is efficiently and effectively managed.

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E: GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

S.1 There is a policy on graduation requirements.

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 The students are regularly informed of the academic requirements of their courses.

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I.2 The College/Academic Unit implements the system for student returnees and transferees to meet the residence and other graduation requirements.

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I.3 Graduating students conduct research and other activities prescribed in their respective curricula.

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I.4 The College/Academic Unit assists the graduating students with academic deficiencies, disciplinary cases, and other problems which hinder issuance of clearances.

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I.5 A clearance from academic and financial accountabilities and responsibilities is required before graduation.

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 At least 60% of the students enrolled in the program are able to graduate within the regular time frame.

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F: ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION

S.1 The institution has policies on:

S.1.1 substitution or special arrangements whenever a teacher is on leave or absent;

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S.1.2 giving awards and/or recognition for faculty and students with outstanding achievements; and

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S.1.3 supervision, monitoring and evaluation of faculty performance.

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S.1.4 maintenance of cleanliness and orderliness

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IMPLEMENTATION

I.1 The institution implements rules on the attendance of the faculty in their respective classes and other academic related activities.

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I.2 Dialogues is regularly conducted between administration with the:

I.2.1 the faculty; and

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I.2.2 students.

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I.3 Quality instruction is assured through the following strategies:

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I.3.1 requiring a syllabus for each subject/course duly approved by the appropriate authority;

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I.3.2 requiring the submission of copies of the mid-term and final examinations, and table of specifications to the department head/chair;

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I.3.3 requiring the conduct of summative examinations (departmental examination, etc.), where applicable;

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I.3.4 conducting supervisory visit of classes and providing assistance, if necessary;

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I.3.5 holding of regular faculty meetings;

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I.3.6 requiring consultation between students and faculty;

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I.3.7 conducting studies on academic performance of students; and

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I.3.8 providing for the participation/attendance of the faculty in in- service activities.

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I.4 Periodic faculty performance evaluation on instructions and other functions is done by at least three of the following: / I.4 Quality instruction is assured through the following strategie

I.4.1 the Dean/Academic Head/Department Chair; / I.4.1 Conducting seminar/workshops on syllabi making;

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I.4.2 the students; / I.4.2 Holding workshops on tests construction and the corresponding table of specifications;

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I.4.3 the faculty member himself/herself; / I.4.3 Conducting competency assessment;

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I.4.4 peers; and / I.4.4 conducting supervisory visit of classes and providing assistance, if necessary;

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I.4.5 other (please specify) / I.4.5 holding of regular faculty meetings;

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I.4.6 requiring consultations between students and the faculty;

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I.4.7 conducting studies on the academic performance of students; and

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I.4.8 providing opportunities for the participation of the faculty in in-service training activities.

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I.5 The results of performance evaluation are used to improve the performance/competencies of the faculty. / I.5 Periodic faculty performance evaluation in teaching and in other functions is conducted by at least three of the following:

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I.5.1 the Dean/Academic Head/Department Chair;

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I.5.2 the students;

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I.5.3 the faculty member himself/herself;

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I.5.4 peers; and

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I.5.5 others (please specify) _________

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I.6 Students are given recognition for exemplary academic and non-academic performances.

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I.7 Outstanding achievement is recognized and encouraged through:

I.7.1 inclusion in the honor roll, Dean’s list, etc.;

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I.7.2 grant of tuition scholarships;

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I.7.3 award of honor medals and merit certificates;

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I.7.4 membership in honor societies/honor class/sections, etc;

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I.7.5 grant of special privileges such as opportunities in leadership and others (including exemption from major exams on all professional business subjects); and

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I.7.6 grant of awards and recognition for their outstanding academic accomplishments e.g., Best Thesis, Student Researcher of the Year, etc.

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I.8 Indicators on performance of graduates are studied as follows:

I.8.1 analysis of performance of graduates in the Lincensure Examination, if applicable;

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I.8.2 employability of graduates; and

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I.8.3 feedback from employers regarding performance of graduates.

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OUTCOME/S

O.1 The faculty and students have commendable performance as a result of administrative support.

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O.2 The graduates of the program are employable.

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