Problems and Proposed Solutions of Teachers on the Implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Strand of Senior High Schools in Marawi City and Lanao Del Sur, Philippines
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This study was significant in identifying the problems and proposed solutions of teachers on the implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) strand in Senior High School (SHS). It explored and evaluated the STEM-SHS in terms of Teacher Preparation, Curriculum Enhancement, Teaching Strategies and Techniques, Learning Resources, Student Preparation, and Administrative Support. This study used the exploratory-evaluative research design covering fifty (50) teachers from various public and private Senior High Schools offering STEM Strand in Marawi City and Lanao Del Sur. They were identified and selected through purposive or non-probability sampling. It also utilized triangulation of data to validate the results of one instrument with other two instruments using Survey Questionnaire, Interview Guide, and Field Notes. However, the classroom observation was not utilized due to the health restrictions against Covid-19 pandemic. The study revealed that the problems encountered, they viewed the following: (1) teacher preparations as slightly a problem; (2) curriculum enhancement as slightly a problem; (3) teaching strategies and techniques as slightly a problem; (4) learning resources as moderately a problem; (5) student preparations as moderately a problem; and (6) the administrative support as slightly a problem. Furthermore, it revealed the following proposed solutions on the implementation of STEM strand: attending various seminars and trainings on the K to 12 curriculum; mastering the competencies and skills in enhancing the curriculum; contextualizing the curriculum; allocating funds for teaching and learning resources and infrastructures; and hiring additional qualified and competent teachers needed by every Senior High School.
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