PARAMETER B: INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESSES, METHODOLOGIES, AND LEARNING

S.1 There is an institutional outcome-based standard format in the preparation of the course syllabi;

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

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

S.4 Copies of all course syllabi in the previous semesters are filed for reference purposes.

S.5 Specialized readings discussing, and evaluating best practices in specific areas of professional specialization are used as reference materials.

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

S.7 There is Thesis/Dissertation Committee composed of 4 graduate faculty for thesis requirements and 5 for dissertation requirements.

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

I.2 The faculty prepares syllabi with comprehensive content.

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

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

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

Teaching Methods and Techniques

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

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

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

I.6.3. peer teaching/cooperative learning; and

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

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

I.7.1. group/individual projects;

I.7.2. group/individual reports;

I.7.3. group/individual term papers;

I.7.4. performance activities;

I.7.5. learning contract;

I.7.6. portfolio;

I.7.7. learning modules; and

I.7.8. research study

1.8 Instruction is enriched through the use of, at least, ten (10) of the following techniques /

strategies:

I.8.1. film showing;

I.8.2. projects;

I.8.3. group dynamics;

I.8.4. case study;

I.8.5. workshops;

I.8.6. simulations;

I.8.7. dimensional question approach;

I.8.8. brainstorming;

I.8.9 buzz sessions;

I.8.10 information creative groups;

I.8.11. interactive learning;

I.8.12 team teaching;

I.8.13 micro teaching;

I.8.14 macro teaching;

I.8.15 tandem teaching;

I.8.16. peer teaching;

I.8.17. multimedia/courseware/teachware;

I.8.18. experiments;

I.8.19. problem-solving;

I.8.20 type study methods;

I.8.21. reporting;

I.8.22. panel discussion;

I.9 Instructional strategies provide for students' individual needs and the development of multiple intelligences

I.10 Instruction is enhanced through the following:

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

I.10.2. regular classroom observation/supervision;

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

I.10.4. regular faculty performance evaluation;

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

I.10.6. conduct of experimental classes; and

I.10.7. adoption of alternative instructional delivery modes or use of current/updated instructional methodologies; and

I.10.8. adoption of alternative instructional delivery modes such as modular instruction, e-learning, and on-line study, etc.

I.11 Instructional materials (IMs) are reviewed and recommended by a duly created Instructional Materials Committee (IMC)

I.12 Varied, multisensory materials, and computer programs are utilized.

I.13 The faculty are encouraged to produce their own instructional materials such as modules, software, visual aids, manuals, and textbooks.

I.14 The College/Academic Unit maintains consortia and linkages with other learning institutions for academic exchange of instructional materials.

I.15 The Institution implements the provisions of CMO 36 s 1988, CMO 9 s 2003 and CMO 53 s 2007 on Thesis/Dissertation.

I.16 The evaluation of master's thesis and of the doctoral dissertation involves an oral examination by the Thesis or Dissertation Committee.

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

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

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