Philippine E-Journals

Professional and ICT Efficacy Plan of Instructors Based on their Training Needs at the University of Cebu Campuses, Philippines

Jonathan O. Etcuban

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

The integration of science and technology into educational practices has created a new avenue in learning new paradigms in teaching students. The availability of vast information in the Internet and the technological advancement help teachers in the delivery of lessons making it enjoyable. Thus, there is a need for teachers to be competent and knowledgeable of such technology, which is being integrated into the school curriculum in many colleges and universities across the country as a result of effective staff development. The study aimed to propose a professional and ICT efficacy plan of instructors based on their training needs at the campuses of the University of Cebu (UC), Cebu City, Philippines. Descriptive type of research through survey was utilized. A researcher-made instrument in determining the training needs of instructors was developed, validated and administered. Spearman rank correlation, percentages, weighted means, and standard deviations were used in the analysis and interpretation of data. Results showed that instructors need trainings in the areas of Algorithms and Data Structures, Communications and Networking, Database Systems, and Web-based Programming. The devised training program for instructors does not meet their needs. It should include specific training programs designed for them across the campuses of the university based on their major fields of interests. However, further research on its effectiveness of the training program should be conducted to confirm the preliminary findings.