AREA 3 PPP

PSU VISION

An internationally recognized university that provides relevant and innovative education

and research for lifelong learning and sustainable development.

PSU MISSION

Palawan State University is committed to upgrade the people’s quality of life by providing education

opportunities through excellent instruction, research and innovation, extension, production services and

transnational collaborations.

PARAMETER A – CURRICULUM AND PROGRAM OF STUDIES

1. SYSTEM-INPUT AND PROCESSES

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER NUMBER 51, SERIES OF 2017

(CMO-51,S-2017)

POLICIES AND STANDARDS FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

(BA Pos) PROGRAM

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

a. Compare, contrast and classify the major concepts in the discipline

b. Recognize and define the distinctiveness of the discipline, its subfields, theories and methods

c. Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods guided by theories of conceptual framework

d. Demonstrate written, visual and oral presentation skills to produce and present analytical reports

e. Critique, judge and responds to current issues and problems based on a substantive understanding based on the historical and contemporary development in the national and global context

f. Develop a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and of different levels of engagement

COMPETENCIES

PSU SHARED VALUES ELASTIC 

E – Excellence ; L – Leadership ; A - Advocacy for Sustainable Development ; S – Social Responsibility; T – Teamwork ; I – Integrity ; C – Commitment

INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES

The Palawan State University graduates are expected to be agents of change, creative and critical thinkers, effective communicators, research-oriented learners, and value laden individuals.

COLLEGE GOALS AND PROGRAM OBJECTIVES 

The Bachelor of Arts major in Political Science graduates are expected to become globally competent, innovative, socially and ethically responsible civil servants and citizens of the country engaged in life- long learning endeavors capable of contributing to national and regional development. To produce competitive professional and public servants who are ethically oriented, responsible, hardworking and well versed in both private and governmental affairs including community development services.

• Present the BOR/BOT approved Curriculum and/or Program of Studies

The Program under Survey

A.1. Description of the Program

A.2. Objectives of the Program

A.3. The Curriculum of the Program (showing subject distribution by school term and year level).

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

A. General Education (48 units)

GE-MMW: Mathematics in the Modern World- Nature of Mathematics, appreciation of individuals, communities and nations, challenges and responses.

GE-AA: Arts Appreciation- The emphasis of the course will focus in the scientific study of the biological, cognitive, emotional and social changes. Topics include educational application of learning theory developmental approach to teaching, intellectual functioning and educational achievement

GE-PH: Readings in Philippine History- Philippine History viewed from the lens of selected primary sources in different periods, analysis and interpretation

FL 1:Foreign Language 1-This course will introduce the students to foreign language (Mandarin, Niponggo, or French) that will allow them to gain a knowledge and conversational proficiency as well as insight in the socio-cultural environment of its people.

GE-PC: Purposive Communication- Purposive communication is a three-unit course that develops students’ communicative competence and enhances their cultural and intercultural awareness through multimodal tasks that provide them opportunities for communicating effectively and appropriately to multicultural audience in a local or global context. It equips students gain from this course may be used in their other academic endeavors, their chosen disciplines, and their future careers as they compose and produce relevant oral, written, audio-visual and/or web-based output for various purposes.

GE-LWR: Life and Works of Rizal- As mandated by Republic Act 1425, this course covers the life and works of the country’s national hero, Jose Rizal. It traces the hero’s life, ideals, concept of education, good government, and nationalism as embodied in his writings, particularly the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.

GE-UTS: Understanding the Self- The course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity

FL2: Foreign Language 2-This course will introduce the students to foreign language (Mandarin, Niponggo, or French) that will allow them to gain a knowledge and conversational proficiency as well as insight in the socio-cultural environment of its people.

GE-ET: Ethics- Ethics deals with the principle of ethical behavior in modern at the level of the person, society and in interaction with the environment and other shared resources. (CMO 20 s. 2013) Morally pertains to the standard of right and wrong that an individual originally picks up from the community.

GE-Elect ES- Environmental Science- This course will help the student to prepare for living in current and future society’s mixture of technology and mythology by presenting ideas and concepts about living systems and their environments. Policy makers and citizens are urgently needed to be aware and have a conscious understanding of ecological principles when exercising community responsibilities to handle the environmental problems of our times, such as water use, solid waste management, global warming, energy use, conservation of irreplaceable natural resources, overpopulation, and the preservation of biodiversity. An understanding of biological and ecological principles and their application towards environmental challenges should give the student the confidence to be a trustworthy and active citizen, a conscientious steward of nature, and an agent of change for making a healthy, sustainable community and society. Regardless of the students’ field of study, as a citizen of both local and global communities some environmental issues will impact their lives.

GE-STS: Science, Technology, and Society- This course deals with interactions between science and technology and social, cultural, political, and economic contexts that shape and are shaped by them.  (CMO No. 20, series of 2013). This interdisciplinary course engages students to confront the realities brought about by science and technology in society. Such realities pervade the personal, the public, and the global aspects of our living and are integral to human development. Scientific knowledge and technological development happen in the context of society with all its socio-political, cultural, economic, and philosophical underpinnings at play. This course seeks to instill reflective knowledge in the students that they are able to live the good life and display ethical decision making in the face of scientific and technological advancement. This course includes mandatory topics on climate change and environmental awareness.

GE- PS: Palawan Studies- Offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the province of Palawan exploring its history, culture, environment, governance, and development issues. Students will be equipped with a deeper appreciation of the region’s identity, socio-political dynamics and environmental challenges.

GE-Elect PPC: Philippine Popular Culture- The three-unit subject provides the students with critical perspectives in understanding and way of knowing popular culture in the Philippines. The course gives emphasis on popular culture through the study of Cultural Studies with a strong focus on culture industry. The course provides multidiscipline attention on how art can be explored in popular culture and vice versa. This will take place by having an introductory survey on aesthetics, critical theory and art criticism. This subject will provide students with the necessary tools of analysis on exploring the diverse forms of arts by utilizing the everyday contexts of power, mode of production, representations and subjectivity as critical tropes. Pop Culture will be fleshed out through mixed media culture such as visual culture, geography, cinema, music/ sound, popular prints and publications, radio and television, fashion, ads, cyberspace, experience economy etc. and look at how these cultural products intimate the contemporary social relations and life specifically, the affect. feelings and senses, corporeality, performances, space and place, technology, globalization and identities.

GE-Elect GS: Gender and Society- Concepts, principles, and approaches in the understanding of genders in the Philippine towards an effective gender responsive society. Gender and Society is a three-unit course that ignites awareness to the students’ understanding of our country’s current problems in Gender inequality, Gender mainstreaming, Gender preferences, and the likes. It equips the students with a broader perspective on their gender roles as they discern stereotypes and discrimination's as dictated by the society. It prepares students to be more gender sensitive in words and in actions as they build a new society filled with gender responsive individuals.

GE-IER: Intensive English Review- This course is an intensive review of English language fundamentals, aimed at enhancing students proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Emphasis will be placed on improving grammar, expanding vocabulary, refining writing skills, and developing reading comprehension strategies. The course also prepares students for standardized tests or academic assessments requiring strong English skills.

B. Major (30 units)

PSM1: Fundamental of Political Science-The course is an introduction to the scope and methods of political science. It provides an understanding of the central concepts that deal with the nature of politics, and parameters of political analysis; the various theoretical and analytical frameworks and approaches with how politics is studied and how political understanding is acquired; the wide range of methodologies used in the systematic analysis of politics Curre; as well as the core theoretical and methodological questions and issues in the discipline.

PSM2: Introduction to Philippine Politics and Governance- This course introduces the students to the basic concepts and vital elements of politics and governance from a historical-institutional perspective. In particular, it attempts to explain how the important features of our country’s political structures/institutions, processes, and relationships developed across time. In the process, the course helps the learners gain a better appreciation of their rights and responsibilities as individuals and as members of the larger sociopolitical community to strength their civic competence.

PSM3: Philippine Public Administration- This course identifies the principles, practices and problems of public administration, historical and institutional analysis of the national and local bureaucracy and administration in the Philippines.

PSM4: Introduction to Comparative Politics and Governance- The Course reflects on the nature of politics, provides an introduction to contrasting approaches to political analysis and considers how and why globalizing tendencies have reshaped the understanding of the subject. It also examines political ideas from the perspective of the major ideological traditions, looking at how they offer competing lenses on the political world. It considers the importance of the state in politics, examining debates about both the nature and the desirable role of the state, as well as whether the state is losing its central importance in politics; further it discusses the nature and significance of political legitimacy, considering, in particular, the relationship between legitimacy and democracy, especially in the light of contrasting models of democratic governance and debates about how democracy operates in practice, and examines the key theories of nationalism, seeking both to understand the forces that underpin national identity and to reflect on the breadth of nationalist traditions, including their often quite different political implications. And most especially, the course attempts to draw together strands and themes that have featured in earlier chapters through a discussion of the merits and demerits of politics.

PSM5: Introduction to Political Theory- A study of theory based on the ideas of authority, power, and civil society. This also delves with the approaches to the study of politics such as the philosophical tradition, the empirical tradition and the scientific tradition, theories of democracy and the state.

PSM6: Politics and Government in Southeast Asia- This course deals with the study of political systems and key political institutions in the development of the Southeast Asian nations. Specifically, it deals with the countries in Southeast Asia examining political science theories about State formation, democratic transition and consolidation, economic development, nationalism and civil conflict. The diversities across and within the countries on Southeast Asia allow for revelations through the comparative method about the way in which politics operates and produces particular social and economic outcomes.

PSM7: Introduction to International Relations- This course provides students with the background and conceptual tools they need to understand contemporary international relations. The course will introduce students to the wide range of issues involved in the study of international relations including the workings of the state system the causes of international conflict and violence, and international economic relations.

PSM8: Introduction to Political Analysis and Research- This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and methods of political analysis and research. It focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of political inquiry, familiarizing students with the various methodologies used in the study of political science. The course covers qualitative and quantitative research techniques data collection, analysis and interpretation in the context of political phenomena. Students will develop skills in formulating research questions designing research proposals and critically evaluating existing political studies.

PSM9: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Political Data-

PSM10: Practicum in Political Science- The practicum is designed to give students the opportunity to experience the dynamics of governance and the policy process. Students are required to undergo 200 hours of practicum work in a department approved public or private organizations during their final two terms in the major program. They then produce a Final Practicum Report based on guidelines issued by the department.

PSE1: Political Parties, Movements, and Interest Groups- The Course reflects on the nature of politics, provides an introduction to contrasting approaches to political analysis and considers how and why globalizing tendencies have reshaped the understanding of the subject. It also examines political ideas from the perspective of the major ideological traditions, looking at how they offer competing lenses on the political world. It considers the importance of the state in politics, examining debates about both the nature and the desirable role of the state, as well as whether the state is losing its central importance in politics; further it discusses the nature and significance of political legitimacy, considering, in particular, the relationship between legitimacy and democracy, especially in the light of contrasting models of democratic governance and debates about how democracy operates in practice, and examines the key theories of nationalism, seeking both to understand the forces that underpin national identity and to reflect on the breadth of nationalist traditions, including their often quite different political implications. And most especially, the course attempts to draw together strands and themes that have featured in earlier chapters through a discussion of the merits and demerits of politics.

PSE2: American Government and Politics- This course provides an analysis of the political institutions, processes, and behavior of the United States. It focuses on the Constitution, federalism, the separation of powers, political parties, elections, and public opinion. The course also covers current political issues the role of the media interest groups, and policy-making in Americans democratic system.

PSE3: European Government and Politics- This course provides an in depth exploration of the ;political systems, government structures, and political dynamics of European countries. It covers the European Union’s political framework, governance, and integration process along with the study of major European democracies, their political parties, electoral systems, and public policies. The course also delves into contemporary political issues in Europe, such as the rise of populism, migration, economic inequality, and the impact of Brexit

PSE4: Special Topics in Philippine Government and Politics-Considered as one of the major tracks in the subfield of Philippine Government and Politics, the course provides an integrative approach to the study of Philippine government and politics mainly to analyze in- depth the range of critical issues that prevail in Philippine society (CMO 31, s. 2011). This is a READING COURSE. An intensive analysis of reading articles explaining the critical and on-hand issues of Philippine politics will be utilized. Extensive class participation is required to discuss some of the major problems and provide better solutions that will give an epitome of change and development of Philippine political arena.

Core Courses (27 units)

PSIE1: Philippine Economic Development- This course provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic development of the Philippines, tracing historical, political, and socio-economic factors that shaped the country's economic progress. It focuses on contemporary economic issues, development strategies and challenges facing the Philippines, such as poverty, inequality, unemployment, agricultural stagnation, industrialization, and globalization.

PSIE2:Philippine Political Thought- This course studies the origin, development, and spread of political ideas in the Philippines setting. This introduces students to the political and Constitutional ideas of selected Filipino thinkers, which include heroes, academics, politicians, and literary figures. The course surveys these ideas across time periods from the Spanish colonization to contemporary Philippines. It will analyze the relationship between the idea and the time, environment and the circumstances of the pervading concepts at hand.

PSIE3: Asian Political Thought- This course is a short introduction into the vast body of political thought originating in East, South and Southeast Asia. Defined in this way, Asian political thought has tapped the rich traditions associated with Confucian, Taoist, Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim worldviews. However, it has also been an arena for debating and interpreting ideologies originating outside the region, such as nationalism, Marxism or liberalism. At the same time, Asian political thought itself has provided a rich source of inspiration to authors, thinkers and practitioners worldwide, especially those of the Age of Enlightenment and postmodernism. This course is not confined to the ancient political theories before the times of intense exchanges. Neither is it confined to the study of ideas isolated from their interaction with political realities. In fact, the study of Asian political thought illuminates regional political realities. The backdrop of ideas popular at the time helps to more adequately understand the processes of state formation, regional power dynamics, nationalism, Communism and postcolonialism.

PSIE4: Political Economy- Political economics studies situations that arise when there is interaction between politics and economics. We can then no longer only study the impact of different policies on the economy, as in conventional economic approaches, but also have to consider how different economic conditions shape policies.

PSIE5: Geopolitics- This course aims at providing a general introduction to international politics and international relations, not requiring any prior knowledge on the topic. Starting with a contextualization of its history, the course will in the following sessions focus on several major theories of international relations, such as realism, liberalism, constructivism, etc. Another important part of the course will be its focus on major international issues such as war and peace, international security, international law, international organizations and multilateralism, diverse international actors, and so on.

PSIE6: Statistical Methods of Political Science- This course introduces students to the application of statistical techniques and data analysis in political science research. It covers basic descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression and an introduction to multivariate analysis, Students will learn how to interpret political data, conduct empirical research and apply statistical software.

PSE6: Philippine Local Government- Determine of the scope of local government in the light of Article X of the Constitution and known as the Local Government Code RA 7160. It is also includes the determination powers, roles and functions or each of the components of Local Government, their relationship with other their structure and organization.

PSIE6: Public Fiscal Administration- This course is a study of the various aspects of tax administration, government budgeting, accounting, and auditing, debt management, treasury management and supply management. It is about the principles and practices of Philippine public finance, fiscal policy and financial administration in public sector.

PSIE7: Seminar in Local Governance- This course focuses on a study of modern patterns of interaction between the State, the Market and Civil Society that have resulted from renewed consensus on the importance of non-state actors in addressing public concerns and their critical participation in the public policy process. New modes of interaction aimed at discovering alternative ways of coping with greater public demands or of creating new possibilities for governing are examined within the context and challenges of contemporary Philippine society.

C. PHYSICAL EDUCATION (8 units)

PATHFit 1: Movement Enhancement– This course re-introduce the fundamental movement patterns, which consist of non-locomotor and locomotor skills, and provides core stability training in conjunction with fitness concepts, exercises and healthy eating habits.

PATHFit 2: Fitness Exercises – This course provides experience in core stability, strength, and mobility training. It includes goal setting exercise regression and periodic assessments for the development of various fitness component.

PATHFit 3: Dance and Sports- This course deals with the study of dances in Rhythmic patterns and expressions, which shows the role it plays in the development of nationalism and preservation of cultural heritage. It also dealt with the fundamental skills in dancing and their importance, as well as right execution and using it as basis for further complex and varied dances that will enhance the knowledge, skills and physical fitness of the students.

PATHFit4: Recreation – This course begins with the fundamental skills of Running for Fitness activity which includes the running overview, history, proper running skills, its health benefits, leading to

PATH-FIT 4 students’ engagement to regular physical activity routine for fitness. Through the independent skills training, pursuit of recreation (or independent physical activities) beyond the classes and in conjunction with fitness and healthy eating concepts, fitness levels are enhanced. Physical activities and eating habits are also periodically evaluated to monitor one’s progress and achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals.

D. NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM (6 UNITS)

NSTP 1- ROTC 1/CWTS 1 – CWTS 1 the Civic Welfare Training Service 1 is a component of the National Service Training Program. It is a course designed for first year male and female students to help them understand, appreciate and eventually live by the basic concepts of the students’ transformations and enrichment for truth with the end in view of empowering them to become a potent resource for community development.

NSTP 2- ROTC 2/CWTS 2 – The Civic Welfare Training Service 2 is designed to immerse students in activities that will arm them with the capability to contribute in the upliftment of the general welfare and quality of the community and the enhancement of its facilities especially those that are devoted to improving the health, environment, safety, recreation and morale of the citizens.

Present the CHED Memorandum Order of the Program (if there is any).

The curriculum of Bachelor of is approved per Board Resolution No.51 Series of 2017

2. IMPLEMENTATION

• Describe and/or make comparison of the duly approved courses in the curriculum with CHED/PRC standards or minimum requirements in terms of units

COURSE OUTLINE

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

Comparing the PSU Bachelor of Arts Political in Science (BAPS) Curriculum with that of the CHED Minimum Requirements mandated in the CHED Memorandum Order for Undergraduate of Bachelor of Arts in Political Science as well as on the General Education courses, it can be gleaned from the table that PSU is complaint with the requirement.

• Describe the congruence of the curricular program with the vision and mission of the institution and the Goals of the Academic Unit.

The University’s vision is being “A premier State University in Southeast Asia that provides excellent and relevant higher education for sustainable development”. It is committed to upgrade the quality of life of the people by providing higher education opportunities through excellent instruction, research, extension, production services and transnational collaborations and innovations. This is the very reason why the University, opened its doors to the clienteles in the different municipalities of the province, giving those who are in the grassroots equal access to education, hence the PSU Narra Campus.

PSU Narra Campus, located in Southern part the province of Palawan, the campus of PSU Narra aims to be a community-based center of development in the countryside for sustainable socio-economic progress of the people thru quality tertiary education. The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science department of the Campus then is focused to develop proficient, flexible and research oriented professionals in Political Science.

• Describe how the curriculum was designed, developed, monitored, reviewed and approved by authorities concerned, including the participation of the academic community and the stakeholders.

The Curriculum of the program was designed and develop by the curriculum development committee of the University. It is submitted to the Academic Council and to the Board of Regents for approval. The OBE course syllabi is crafted by the faculty member, reviewed by the Campus curriculum development committee and adapted from Roxas for use at the Narra Campus. It is then monitored to cope with the demands of time and that it undergoes review with the participation of the stakeholders, the faculty members and the curriculum development students. It is then submitted to the curriculum committee for verification, the department head for recommending approval and the Campus Director for approval.

The current BAPS curriculum was given approval through the Board of Regents (BOR) Resolution No. 110, series 2017.

Monitoring and review of the curriculum are done by the Curriculum Review Committee of the university as well as the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President for External Campuses, PSU CAH, campus directors, chairpersons on instruction, faculty, students and stakeholders. All of them have them part in ensuring that the curriculum meets the demands of time and society.

• Describe the system/s used in evaluating and improving the quality of the program including:

  • • • • • • • • The role of stakeholders

The campus existence is through a tripartite agreement and efforts by and between the Palawan State University, the Local Government Unit of Narra and the stakeholders. 

PSU have the administrative and supervisory control over the PSU Narra Campus, including the appointment of Professors and supervision of Instructions; the Municipality of Narra provides the school plant and subsidize the salary of instructors in the amount of 2 million as of year 2016; and, the parents Teachers Council to provide assistance through projects and personal services. In addition to the major roles, the stakeholders have they are always part in the assessment of the programs through consultation with them. Similarly, our students, our alumni, their employers are part of the consultations made. Feedback from them serves as basis of the administration in policy formulations and actions.

• The integration of recent trends and developments

Believing that the University is as good as its faculty, the Campus administration sends out faculty members to attend meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences and trainings and abide by the memorandum orders in order to be abreast with recent trends and developments. It also has crafted its faculty development plan which serves as its guide in the endeavor.

To further prove the university’s concern on the current trend in education, the observance on the Outcomes Based Education is being implemented in PSU. The implementation is done by the steps in reviewing every curriculum, syllabi, instructional materials, programs, project, activities, etc. Aside from this, the course programs in the campus underwent Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) and Preliminary Survey Visit (PSV) that awaken every personnel to work towards quality services that include the use of current trends and developments.

• The updating of course syllabi

The Faculty members are encouraged in PSU Narra CCRD to review and revise their course syllabi are subjected for review and revisions every year by the faculty members, the department heads with the participation of the Curriculum Development students. Last semester, it is reviewed and revised focusing on outcomes-based teaching and learning outputs.

The syllabi were reviewed and revised with the participation of the faculty member, the curriculum Development Committee, The department Head and Campus Director for approval. To note, syllabi must conform to the format given by the university and adopt OBE.

• Describe the system used to accommodate students with special needs.

As per student handbook, students with special needs and disabilities are accorded/given academic accommodation. The campus, in its services abides by to this. Similarly, in the preparation of the course syllabi, provision for individual differences is always taken into consideration. Differentiated instruction is always emphasized in most of the courses. Faculty members include in their syllabi respective consideration/arrangements they may give to both the regular students and those with special needs.

3. OUTCOMES

• Cite instances that the curriculum is responsive and relevant to the demand of the times.

The program outcomes shall flow from the respective mission/vision and graduate attributes of the higher education institutions and shall translate into the level of course outcome and learning outcomes (lesson/topics level). The program outcomes are achieved through a more detailed list of identified core competencies which are stated as observable and measurable behaviors.

• Show evidences that there is a passing average in the Licensure Examination (if applicable).Not Applicable

4. BEST PRACTICES

• Cite as many best practices as you can on Parameter A (Curriculum & Program of Studies)

• The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BAPS) curriculum in PSU Narra has more than the required number of units by CHED for the program.

• The PSU Administration, personnel and stakeholders work hand in hand in the monitoring, assessing, evaluating, and reviewing the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BAPS) course program,

• The BAPS program of PSU Narra CCRD adopts OBE as evident in the curriculum, syllabi, projects, activities, etc.

The Pictures shows the BAPS students best practices in accordance to the course requirements of the said program.

PARAMETER B – INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESSES, METHODOLOGIES AND LEARNING ENHANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

1.SYSTEM-INPUTS AND PROCESSES

• Present the Institutional policies regarding the preparation of course syllabi and other policies on instructional processes, methodologies and learning opportunities.

A. ACADEMIC PROCESS

1. Scheduling and Conduct of Classes

1.1 Course Scheduling

The Department Head, through the Dean/Director, coordinates with the office of the Registrar on matters concerning the final scheduling of courses as well as room assignments. Faculty schedules are prepared by the Department Head after due consultation with the faculty members. A tentative load is given to faculty members at least two (2) weeks before the opening of the semester to give them enough time to prepare. The Department Head and the Dean of the College sign the officials Faculty Workload before it is forwarded to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Loads are considered final once approved by the Dean and submitted to the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

1.2 Change of Class Schedule

The regular schedule of classes, as approved by the Department and the Dean, should be observed strictly Faculty members should conduct their classes for instruction or consultation purposes on the scheduled time and venue. No change in class schedule shall be made unless recommended by the Department Chairperson/Campus Director and approved by the Dean. Internal arrangements between faculty members and students are not allowed .Any deviation from the approved schedule should be communicated by the Dean to the Office of the University Registrar.

1.3 First Day of Classes

During the first day of classes, faculty members should sign the Certificate of Registration of their students and collect their class cards. No student shall be admitted in class without a Certificate of Registration. Faculty members shall be provided their class lists by the Department Head within the first week of classes. Faculty members should provide students with a copy of the course syllabus. Furthermore, they should orient the students about the objectives, contents and requirements of the course, and explain the bases for evaluating students’ performance.

1.4 Class Meetings and Dismissal of Classes.

Punctuality should be observed at all times in the conduct of classes. Classes should be dismissed at least five (5) minutes before the end of each period to allow students to move and transfer to their next class.

1.5 Make up classes.

Faculty members who miss their classes due to official functions should conduct make-up activities /classes subject to the approval of the Dean.

1.6 Substitution

In case of absence of a faculty, the Department Head assigns another faculty to substitute. Payment of the substitute faculty should be in accordance with his hourly rate.

1.7 Suspension of Classes 

Classes shall not be dismissed or suspended without authority from the President of the  University. In case of forced suspension, classes in the elementary and high schools maybe  dismissed/suspended after Typhoon Signal.  Number Two (2) has been raised by PAG-ASA. If Typhoon Signal Number Three (3) has  been raised, classes in all levels are suspended. In case of a sudden suspension of classes as  declared by the University President, faculty members should stay in their workplace until  further instruction has been received. 

The professors and instructors, full time or part time employees, of the Bachelor of Arts in  Political Science (BAPS) courses submit syllabi to their respective PSU Narra Chairman on  Instruction every start of a semester. Revision are regularly made by the teachers in their  syllabi to ensure that current issues and updates be provided in their courses as well as the  acquisition of revised and/or new textbooks, manuals, and references. The approval of every  syllabus is acquired from the campus director after the thorough interview of the Chairman  on Instruction on the format, course content, methodologies, instructional materials,  teaching-learning activities and observance of OBE. 

The course syllabus/outline for each subject/course is presented and discussed by each course  professor/instructor to the respective class during the start of classes. 

2.IMPLEMENTATION

• Major Learning Opportunities

Description of procedures adopted in the production of instructional materials.

Note: The Instructional Materials Committee of the university also assists the IMC of external campusesby acceptance of materials for review. Those that may be published by the University get further assistance from the Intellectual Property Rights Office for copyright.

3.OUTCOMES

• Present evidences that course syllabi are updated and approved.

• Cite evidences that teaching strategies are efficiently and effectively used.

Classroom observations are regularly done by the PSU Narra CCRD Chairman on Instruction and Campus Director. During observations, the administrators check on the course syllabus of the faculty member being observed where content, method, activities, and materials written should be seen in actual observation. There are also periodical performance ratings where self, peer, students, and administrators indicate the performance of a faculty member that also serves as evidence on affective and efficiency in teaching.

Observation results as well as performance evaluations are shown and discussed to the professors/instructors observed.

Class records and grade sheets may also present quality teaching among faculty members.

Show evidences that instructional materials are copyrighted/patented.

Aside from the Instructional Materials Committee of the University and the campus, the university has the Intellectual Property Office to assist in instructional materials production and copyright. The office has its handbook that serve as guide for school personnel on Intellectual Property Rights.

4.BEST PRACTICES

 Cite as many best practices as you can on Parameter B (Instructional Process,  Methodologies and Learning Opportunities)

1. Faculty members attend seminars, workshop, and trainings on the current trends in the field of education.

2. The institution require faculty members to submit syllabi every semester for review and approval.

3. Regular classroom observation is done by the Chairman on Instructional and Campus Director of PSU Narra CCRD.

4. Performance evaluations of faculty members are done periodically.

5. The Intellectual Property Rights Office of PSU supports and assists faculty members with instructional materials that they opt to apply for a copyright.

6. The campus has necessary materials and facilities that can be used for different teaching methods and strategies to enhance learning.

7. Linkages with public and private education institutions in the community contribute much to the instructional process and paves way to more learning opportunities to the clienteles.

8. The LGU and stakeholders support the programs of PSU Narra CCRD.

•  the institution provides training s and seminars opportunities every year to support and enhance student learning. The following seminars are provided to the students:

▪Training and workshop on Parliamentary

▪First Aide

▪Training Workshop on First Aid and Rescue Operation

▪Fire Prevention

•  Consistent participation of Palawan State University Narra Campus in all activities conducted by LGUs.

• The institution provides materials for teaching-learning use, the teachers maximizes the use of instructional materials most especially the technology which is very beneficial to the students.

PARAMETER C– ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

1.SYSTEM –INPUTS AND PROCESSES

•  Present institutional and/or College policies/system of assessing academic performances. The performance of the students shall be rated at the end of each semester in accordance with the criteria given by the professor/instructor indicated in the course syllabus

Only the forgoing grades shall be officially recognized.

1. REMOVAL AND COMPLETION

a. No student shall be allowed to remove or complete a deficiency without the approval of the Dean or his/her duly authorized representative.

b. A grade of “4” or “Inc’ must be removed within the prescribed time, which is one (1) year after the grade was incurred.

c. A grade of “4” means conditional. It may be removed by re-examination in the subject within the prescribed period or repetition of the subject. Students who pass the re- examination will be given a grade of “3”, those who fail, a “5”. Only one removal examination may be given. If a grade of “4” is not removed within one year, credit for the subject may be earned only by repeating and passing it.

d. The grade of “Inc.” is given to a student whose class standing throughout the semester is passing, but fails to take the final examination or fails to complete the other requirements for the subject due to illness or other valid reasons. In case the class standing is not passing and the student fails to take the final examination for any reason, a grade of “5”is given. Completion of “Inc.” must be done within the prescribed time of one year by passing an examination or meeting all the requirements for the subject, after which the student shall be given a final grade based on overall performance.

e. Examinations for removal or completion of grades may be taken or done upon approval of the Dean, subject to payment of the prescribed fees. Removal examinations for subjects which are prerequisites for other subjects in the succeeding semester must be taken before the enrolment period.

f. Upon re-enrolment of a subject, a student forfeits the right to remove or complete a grade of “4” or “Inc.” therein.

g. A grade of “4” or “Inc” may no longer be improved after one year immediately following the semester in which the grade was incurred. A grade of “4” received after removing a grade of “Inc”, however, must be removed within the remaining portion of the prescribed period for the original grade “Inc”. A grade of “4” that has not been removed within a period of one year shall automatically become 5.0. An “Inc” that has not been completed.

h. within one year period shall automatically become NC.

2. SUBMISSION OF GRADES

a. A report of grades for each section shall be submitted by every faculty member as soon as possible after the midterm and final examinations. A period of seven (7) working days is allowed for the checking and grading of papers and the preparation of the report of ratings after each examination; provided, that all reports of ratings must be submitted not later than 7 (seven) working days after the last day of examination period. For graduating students, however, report of ratings shall be submitted not later than five (5) working days after each examination. In justifiable cases, the President may authorize deviation from the above rules. Removal and completion grades must be submitted to the office of the registrar within five (5) working days from removal for completion of deficiency by the faculty.

3. CHANGE OF GRADES

a. A student who received a grade of “3” or better in a given subject shall not be allowed re-examination for the purpose of improving the grade.

b. No faculty member shall change any grade after the grade report has been filed with the University Registrar, except when the faculty member has erroneously entered a grade on the grading sheet or made an error in the computation. When the faculty is no longer connected with the university, the concerned Program Head or Instruction Coordinator shall request authority from the Director to make the necessary correction. Notwithstanding the foregoing provision and to avoid any injustice, the grade on a final examination paper maybe revised by an ad hoc committee created by the Director of the campus if it should clearly appear on the basis of the scholastic record of the student, that such grade is the result of an erroneous appreciation of the answers or of an arbitrary or careless decision by the faculty member concerned. Should the change of the grade on said paper affect the final grade of the student, the committee may pass a resolution directing the faculty to make the necessary correction. The request for correction shall be made within thirty (30) days after the receipt of the final grade by the student concerned. A clear copy of the class records should be submitted and filed at the department for reference in cases of inquiries regarding computations and incomplete grades.

4. PROHIBITION AGAINST GRADE SOLICITATION

No student of the university shall solicit directly or indirectly any grade from an instructor. Any student violating this rule shall lose credit in the subject or subjects where such solicitation is made, without prejudice to the filing of a case for disciplinary action.

• There shall be two major examinations-midterm and final exams.

• The schedule is based on the academic calendar of the university.

• The examination with Table of Specification is prepared by the faculty, submitted to a peer for checking, then to the department head for review and/or approval.

• It is then submitted for reproduction.

• An 80-20 policy, 80% Multiple Choice Type and 20% other types of test is strictly observed in the department.

• Rubrics is required in performance tests.

2.IMPLEMENTATION

• Description of a system of validating and/or improving tests and other evaluation instruments.

The BAPS students in PSU Narra are assessed and evaluated through the following tools;

a. Formative tests

b. Summative tests use of TOS

c. Projects

d. Practicum/Performance tests

Description of a system of validating and/or improving tests and other evaluation instruments;

In-Service Training s, Seminars, Workshops, Conferences on instruction, assessment and evaluation of learning are attended yearly by the PSU Narra Administrator, Chairman on Instruction, BAPS Program Head and Faculty members. Periodical examinations such as Midterm and Final examinations are submitted to the Chairman on Instruction together with respective Table of Specification TOS for checking and reproduction. The TOS contains the different levels of learning, reflective of the multiple intelligences of learners. Performance tests have rubrics to present criteria and system of rating. Tests, projects, and other learning outputs are returned to the students after checking, recording, and analyzing performance data of students in each course.

3.OUTCOMES

• Present and/or evidences that student’s academic performance is commendable.

4.BEST PRACTICES

Cite as many best practices as you can on Parameter C (Assessment of Academic Performance)

• Student’s performance rated in accordance with the criteria of a program.

• Inclusion of both written and performance assessment catering to multiple intelligences

• One grading system employed across program

•  Recognizing students with a higher or exemplary performance, like graduation, giving honor to students who are curricular and co-curricular awardees.

•  Students performance are rated using rubric prepared by a teacher especially if it is performance based activity.

PARAMETER D – MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING

5.SYSTEM –INPUTS AND PROCESSES

• Present and/or cite policies on management of learning

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

STUDENT DISCIPLINE

PSU Narra implements the University policies and guidelines on Student Discipline as written in the PSU Students Manual/Handbook and ensure that student rights are observed and appropriate student management is implemented by the campus administrator, officials, faculty, students, and other school personnel. Policies and guidelines of the university and the campus are presented in the Freshmen Orientation Program held a few weeks after the start of classes in PSU Narra. The BAPS Program head holds a Welcome to freshmen classroom program to be able to welcome and inform freshmen and transferees about University, the campus, and the school policies. It is also in the said classroom activity that the program head presents the grading system in BAPS, retention policies and academic awards.

The BAPS Department also holds Acquaintance Party activities yearly to further support the freshmen and transferees in knowing department and school activities and transactions.

POLICIES AND RULES ON STUDENTS DISCIPLINE AS STATED IN THE PSU STUDENT HANDBOOK

 OBSERVANCE OF RULES. 

All units and departments, including the National Service Training of the Philippines NSTP department shall observe the rules on attendance prescribed herein. Any deviation from the rules shall be subject to approval of the Academic Council.

ABSENCE. Any student who, for unavailable cause, is absent from class, must obtain an excuse slip from the College Secretary, to be presented to the instructor concerned not later than the second class session following the students return. Excuses are for time missed only. All work covered by the class during the period of absence shall be made up for within a reasonable time from the date of absence.

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF UNEXCUSED ABSENCES. A student may be dropped from a course if he has been absent for more than seven years 7 consecutive meetings. In addition, when the accumulated number of absences reaches twenty percent 20% of the total number of class hours 54 hours in a semester, a student may be dropped from the subject and the student thus dropped shall be given a mark of UD. Time lost by late enrolment shall be considered as time lost by absence.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE APPLICATION AND NOTIFICATION. Leave of absence shall be applied for in writing before the start of the semester. The application indicating the reason for the leave and the period which must not exceed one 1 academic year, shall be submitted. To the Department Chair concerned for appropriate action and shall be subject to approval by the Dean. A student who is on leave of absence shall not be required to apply for readmission. The Dean shall notify the University Registrar of every student granted leave of absence.

WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT LEAVE. Any student who withdraws from the University without a formal leave of absence shall apply for readmission as a new student.

STUDENT DECORUM AND DISCIPLINE

The guidelines for Student Decorum and Discipline are in accordance with the CHED Memo series of 2013, PSU code and other applicable University policies. OSAS, the primary unit empowered to prescribed policies and rules governing the conduct of students, implements such policies in coordination with the Committee on Decorum and Investigation CODI. This service is further divided into Student Decorum and Student Discipline.

1 .Student Decorum – Each student is expected to act as a mature individual at all times, whether, on or off-campus, showing respect for people of authority, for the rights of fellow students and for the good name of the university. If a student violates any of the rules and regulations, the administration shall impose the appropriate sanctions after due process.

A. The student is recognized as an adult, hence the obligation to inform parents and guardians of his academic standing and the impending consequences of his excessive absences or failure, is his full responsibility

B. Students shall refrain from boisterous such as whistling, shouting, running, or any action which tend to distract other students from ongoing classes or college activities.

C. It is expected that respect and deference be shown to all employees and visitors on campus. The usual norms of etiquette, as well as posted directives, shall be observed in the university premises, such as classroom, library, and canteen, in dealing with administrative and office personnel, members of the faculty and staff and fellow students.

D. The university encourages healthy interaction with anyone. However, acts or gestures which are considered as immoral, obscene or indecent will not be tolerated in the campus.

E. The PSU is a dark green school everyone is expected to help keep the university premises neat and clean. Feet shall be kept off furniture and wall. Spitting on the floor inside the classroom is prohibited. Use waste cans/boxes properly. School equipment must be used with reasonable care and be properly stored after use. The chalkboards/whiteboards are to be used for instructional purposes only.

F. Cellular phones and other similar gadgets should be turned off or placed in the silent mode inside the classrooms and shall not be operated during the duration of the class.

RIGHTS OF STUDENTS - Students shall be accorded with respect and numerous rights as provided by applicable laws such as

1. Education Act of 1982, known as Rights of Students

2. Batas Pambansa Bilang 232

3. Palawan State University Code

4. Palawan State University- University Student Council Constitution

5. OSAS policies on Student Decorum

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS

A. Exert his utmost effort to develop his potentials for service particularly by undergoing an education suited to his abilities, so that he may become an asset to his family and society.

B. Uphold the academic integrity of their college and university, endeavor to achieve academic excellence and abide by the rules and regulations governing his academic responsibilities andmoral integrity.

C. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the university by observing the rules of discipline and by exerting effort to attain harmonious relationships with fellow students, the teaching and academic staff and other school personnel.

D. Participate actively in civic affairs and in the promotion of the general welfare, particularly in the social and cultural development of his community and in the attainment of a just, compassionate, and orderly society.

E. Exercise his rights responsibly in the knowledge that he is answerable for any infringement or violation of the public welfare and of the rights of others.

F. Attendance. All students are required to attend classes regularly and punctually.

• Attendance shall be checked and counted from the first regularly meeting of classes, regardless of the time the student is enrolled.

• A student is considered absent if he is not present the first fifteen minutes of the scheduled class time.

• No student may attend class if he has not submitted any student class card/certificate of recognition to the instructor

• Students are not allowed to sit in the class unless they are enrolled for credits or audit.

POLICIES ON SCHOOL UNIFORM

A. Students are allowed ENTRY into the campus if they are wearing proper uniforms and IDs. Proper uniform could be the institutional uniform, PE uniform, OJT/Practicum and laboratory uniform.

B. Free days are on Wednesdays and weekends unless the college requires otherwise. Provided that students on their free day conform to the principles of decency.

C. Institutional uniform shall be worn during class hours, within the university campus. College Deans and their respective faculty members are responsible for checking the prescribed school uniforms. The university uniform shall be

1. For female students, coral sand blouse and peach pleated skirt below the knee length, with black shoes flats or with heels.

2. Slacks coral sand color may be allowed for some programs as approved by the College Dean.

3. for male students, white polo or t-shirt with collar and dark pants with dark shoes black, brown, or dark blue.

D. Students are required to maintain a neat and tidy hair style. Prescribed hair length for male Students should not cover their ears, forehead, and nape and should be neatly presented. Wearing of earrings for male students is also prohibited.

E. Exemptions on the wearing of uniforms may only be allowed for reasons of pregnancy or religion upon request and subject to the approval of the Dean of the College or the OSAS Director.

BASIS FOR DISCIPLINE

Every students shall, at all times, observe and abide by the laws of the land and all policies, rules and regulations adopted by the University at all times. No disciplinary proceedings shall be instituted except for conduct prohibited by the law or by the laws and regulations promulgated by duly constituted authority of the Palawan State University.

CAUSES FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION

Students shall be subject to disciplinary action after due process for any of the following offenses

1. Any form of cheating in examination or any act of dishonesty in relation to his/her studies.

2. Carrying within the university premises any firearms, knife with blade, or any dangerous deadly weapon.

3. Drinking alcohol beverages, drunken behavior, or being under the influence of liquor, within the university premises

4. Unauthorized or illegal possession or use of prohibited drugs, chemicals, such as shabu,, marijuana, heroin, etc. Within the University premises.

5. Gambling within the University premises.

6. Gross and deliberate discourtesy.

7. Creating within the University premises disorder, tumult, breach of peace, or serious disturbance

8. Intentionally making of false statement of any material, act of practicing or attempting to practice deception with admission to the University.

9. Engaging in indecent, obscene or immoral conduct while within the University premises.

10. Threatening any member of academic community.

11. Investigating leading or participating in unlawful activities resulting to stoppage of classes.

12. Defamation or committee against any student, faculty member or any administrator/official/ 

13. Forgery-includes falsification of school documents, falsifying signatures, alteration of grades, records, clearance and transcript or credentials.

14. Hazing and inflicting physical injury or violence resulting to physical injury.

15. Smoking inside the classroom laboratories

16. Vandalism writing on walls, drawing or painting caricatures or willful destruction of any University property.

17. Littering or scattering of trash inside the University campus.

18. Failure to wear ID and the prescribed University uniform.

19. Any violation of law committed within the premises of the University, provided no prior court conviction should be necessary.

20. Any violation of law committed outside the premises of the university if the act has direct bearing with them defamation of committee.... Above

21. Any other misconduct.

IMPLEMENTATION

•  Describe the system to ensure effective classroom management.

  • • • • •  Maintaining classroom discipline;

Every student must observe and abide by all laws of the land and all the policies, rules and regulations adopted by the campus at all times. Decorum must be maintained within and outside the campus premise, in the exercise of right and performance of duties. 

No disciplinary proceedings shall be instituted except for conduct prohibited by law or violations of policies and regulations promulgated by duly constituted authorities of the Palawan State University.

To acquire jurisdiction, “students” shall include any person who is currently enrolled and/or admitted to any unit or department of the campus on a regular, part-time, or special basis and who, at the time of the commission of the offense, has not graduated or dismissed honorably.

The program or campus shall only entertain complaints and/or act on the matter if both/one of the parties are bonafide student and the acts/omission complaint of is committed by student/s. All cases involving discipline of students under these rules shall be subjected to the jurisdiction of the University or the campus, except the following which shall fall under the appropriate department or unit.

1) Any violation of campus, department or unit rules and regulations involving student/s of the same department; or

2) Misconduct committed by students of the department or unit within its classroom or premises or in the course of an official department activity.

Deans or directors of various units may, after due consultation with the faculty and students of their respective units, may promulgate rules on conduct and discipline of peculiar application to their respective units, subject to requirements of due process, with the written approval of the University President. Such rules and regulations promulgated become part of the Student Code of Conduct and Discipline.

The Director of OSAS and designated personnel in charge of Student Decorum and Discipline shall have confiscatory and regulatory power to impose and inflict sanctions, without prejudice to due process. A class size maximum of fifty is also enforced to assure discipline inside the classroom. Class monitors are also assigned to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness in the classroom. Utility workers were also hired by the PTC to help maintain the cleanliness of the school. The security guards were also partners in the maintenance of orderliness in the campus.

• Monitoring student progress;

Student progress is monitored through the grading system set by the school. Students were likewise exposed to Field Study Courses, an experiential learning course. Research and report writing is another exposure of students.

•  Developing responsibility and initiative among student; and

Course requirements include individual and group activities and/or outputs that students are expected to accomplish. The different organizations and clubs in the campus develop responsibility and initiatives among officers and members through programs, projects, and activities that they manage and conduct in the campus and even out of the campus community and extension services. The campus administration supports curricular, co-curricular, and non-curricular activities that promote leadership, camaraderie, and competencies of students.

Student Activities are set by the university for the students’ exposure and to develop responsibility and initiative. The Organization of POLITICAL SCIENCE students holds its Department. Other assignments were also given in other campus activities like Intramural Meet, Foundation Day and etc.

•  Enhancing the pedagogical skills of the faculty

Faculty members are sent out for trainings and conferences to enhance their knowledge and skills. Similarly, peer mentoring is another practice in every department of the campus. New faculty members are mentored by senior faculty members.

1. OUTCOMES

• Present evidences that learning is efficiently and effectively managed.

Performance of students in every course is another indicator. Almost all pass the subject, only few fails, INC or conditional. A positive turn out in the enrolment, despite the retention policy of the teacher education department is another indicator.

2. BEST PRACTICES

Cite as many best practices as you can on Parameter D (Management of Learning)

• PSU Narra CCRD Administration provide materials and facilities for instruction.

• Faculty members implement course policies in their syllabi.

• The Faculty Development Program of PSU Narra promote the development of competencies in Teaching.

• through the student orientation program, student handbook, class orientations, student organization meetings, etc. the students are informed of the student discipline policies of the university, campus and student organizations.

• The BAPS Department activity participates in ground improvement activities of PSU Narra CCRD

• The BAPS Department students are assigned to put up and maintain BAPS room decorations and landscape of area assigned to the POL. Sci. Department.

PARAMETER E - GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. SYSTEM-INPUTS-AND PROCEDURES

Present and/or cite policies on program’s academic and graduation requirements.

The Campus policies on program’s academic and graduation requirements are reflected in the Student Handbook.

The Program’s academic and graduation requirements are disseminated in several manners. It is contained in the Student Handbook, discussed during the student orientation program, meetings with the parents and is available also in the University Code. It can also be retrieved from the Campus’ website.

2. IMPLEMENTATION

Describe the Program’s academic and graduation requirements and how they are disseminated.

The registrars do a regular evaluation to students during enrolment. A thorough evaluation is conducted to a student on his 4th year, and the registrar advises the student to apply for graduation. The student, after enrolment on his last term in the program applies for graduation and submits it to the adviser. Adviser checks, confirms and forwards to the department head and then to the director for recommending approval. The Department head then requests deliberation of the said application by the campus academic council. The Academic Council deliberates and endorses to the university registrar. The University registrar evaluates and issues list of deficiencies on academic requirements of students and submits the list of applicants to the University academic council for approval and endorsement to the BOR. The BOR approves and confirms the graduation of the students.

Once the list of deficiencies is received by the campus registrar, the students are informed by giving them their corresponding deficiencies and have them sign on the sheet attesting that they are informed about it. A deadline for compliance of said deficiencies is set and the concerned students are informed. Similarly, said schedules are posted on bulletin boards for information dissemination. The advisers and department heads are likewise informed so that they can follow-up their students. Updates on the compliance of the students are likewise posted on bulletin boards;

3. OUTCOMES

Present a comparison of students’ who are able to graduate on time with the total number of student enrollees.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE GRADUATES who finished within the Regular Time Frame

4. BEST PRACTICES

Cite as many best practices as you can on Parameter E (Graduation Requirements)

• There is an adviser assigned in every program who assists them on their necessities concerning their performance in school

•  Assisted to comply with their academic requirements

• System is clear

•  Well informed of their deficiencies

• Pushed to comply and graduate

PARAMETER F- ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION

1. SYSTEM-INPUTS AND PROCESS

Present and/or cite policies on substitution or special arrangements whenever a faculty is on leave or on official business/time;

The Faculty member accomplishes a request for remedial class on time missed when on leave or on official business. The Department Head checks on the validity of the request, sees to it that the faculty and students are available; a classroom too is available for them to use, then recommends to the Director for approval. The Director approves and the faculty member implements the approved remedial class. The HRA then credits the service rendered by the faculty.

B. ACADEMIC PROCESSES

2. SCHEDULING and CONDUCT CLASSES

1.8 Course Scheduling

The Department Head, through the Dean/Director, coordinates with the Office of Registrar on matters concerning the final scheduling of courses as well as room assignments. Faculty schedules are prepared by the Department Head after due consultations with the faculty members. A tentative load is given to faculty members at least two 2 weeks before the opening of the semester to give them enough time to prepare. The Department Head and the Dean of the College sign the official Faculty Workload before it is forwarded to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Loads are considered final once approved by the Dean and submitted to the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

1.9 Change of Class Scheduling

The regular schedule of classes as approved by the Department and the Dean, should be observed strictly. Faculty members should conduct their classes for instruction or consultation purposes on the scheduled time and venue. No change in class schedule shall be made unless recommended by the Department Chairperson/Campus Director and approved by the Dean. Internal arrangements between faculty members and students are not allowed. Any deviation from the approved schedule should be communicated by the Dean to the Office of the University Registrar.

1.10 First Day of Classes

During the first day of classes, faculty members should sign the Certificate of Registration of their students and collect their class cards. No students shall be admitted in class without a Certificate of Registration. Faculty members shall be provided their class lists by the Department Head within the first week of classes Faculty members should provide students with a copy of the course syllabus. Furthermore, they should orient the students about the objectives, contents, and requirements of the course, and explain the bases for evaluating students’ performance.

1.11 Class Meeting and Dismissal of Classes

Punctuality should be observed at all times in the conduct of classes. Classes should be dismissed at least five 5 minutes before the end of each period to allow students to move and transfer to their next class.

1.12Make-up Classes

Faculty members who miss their classes due to official functions should conduct make-up activities/classes subject to the approval of the Dean/

1.13 Substitution

In case of absence of a faculty, the Department Head assigns another faculty to substitute. Payment of the substitute faculty should be in accordance with his hourly rate,

1.14Suspension of Classes

Classes shall not be dismissed or suspended without authority from the President of the University. In case of forced suspension classes in the Elementary and Secondary maybe dismissed/suspended after Typhoon Signal Number Two 2 has been raised by PAG-ASA. If Typhoon Signal Three 3 has been raised, classes in all levels are suspended. In case of a sudden suspension of classes as declared by the University Presidents, faculty members should stay in their workplace until further instruction has been received.

Present and/or cite policies on giving awards and/or recognition of faculty and students with outstanding achievements; and 

The policy on awards and recognition for faculty members are reflected in the Faculty Manual while that of the students, in the Student Handbook.

Present and/or cite policies on supervision/monitoring and evaluation of faculty performance.

Aside from the performance rating above accomplished and rated every semester by faculty, peers, superiors, and students, faculty members in PSU Narra CCRD are evaluated during actual classroom observations done by the Chairman on Instruction, Campus Director, and other university administrators.

6. IMPLEMENTATION

• Describe the system of supervision of faculty performance.

The campus monitors attendance of faculty members’ attendance not only in their classesbut also in campus activities and community activities where presence of the campus is expected. There is also a daily class monitor which checks faculty members’ attendance in class. Faculty class observation with post conference is also done by the department head and the Director. Regular and special meetings are also called by the Director and dialogues with students, faculty and staff members are also done by the Director. At the end of each term, a performance rating is accomplished, submitted and discussed by the faculty member and his immediate superior.

7.OUTCOMES

• Present evidences that faculty and students’ have commendable performances as a result of administrative support.

The university provide awards for faculty and students during Recognition and Awards Day and Faculty Programs. Various department and organization affairs are also held to present students achievers and well-performing faculty members. All of which are under the support of the university.

• Present evidences that graduates of the program are employable.

8.BEST PRACTICE

• Cite as many best practice as you can on Parameter F (Administrative Support for Effective Instruction)