THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROGRAM TO ENHANCE TEACHERS COMPETENCY IN ACTIVE LEARNING MANAGEMENT IN SMALL-SIZED SCHOOLS UNDER THE OFFICE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION SERVICE AREA KALASIN

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) to investigate the current conditions, desired conditions, and needs for enhancing teachers’ competencies in active learning management, and 2) to develop and evaluate a competency enhancement program for teachers in active learning management, specifically targeting small schools under the jurisdiction of the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Kalasin. A mixed-methods research design was employed. The sample consisted of 187 teachers selected through stratified random sampling. Research instruments included questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and a program suitability and feasibility assessment form. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and the Priority Needs Index (PNI).

The findings revealed that; 1) the current level of teachers’ competencies in active learning management was moderate, whereas the desired level was rated highest. The prioritized needs for competency enhancement, ranked from highest to lowest, were: knowledge of active learning management, skills in active learning management, and characteristics related to active learning management. The developed enhancement program comprised principles, objectives, content and activities, development methods, and evaluation procedures. 2) The program content was structured into three modules: (1) knowledge of active learning management, (2) skills in active learning management, and (3) characteristics required for effective active learning management. The evaluation results indicated that both the program's suitability and feasibility were rated at the highest level.