A Developmental Framework for Managing Science Instruction: ‎Insights from Selected Teacher Education Institutions in ‎Batangas

  • Authors

    • Norrie E. Gayeta Faculty, College of Teacher Education, Batangas State University the National Engineering University, Batangas City, Philippines
    https://doi.org/10.14419/2d6mr379

    Received date: November 2, 2025

    Accepted date: December 12, 2025

    Published date: December 19, 2025

  • Administrators; Developmental Framework; Science Instruction; Science Teachers; Teacher Education

  • Abstract

    The attainment of quality management in science instruction depends largely on the management system adopted by Teacher Education ‎Institutions (TEIs). As producers of future educators, TEIs are responsible for training competent and well-prepared teachers. This study ‎examined how science instruction is managed in selected TEIs in Batangas, focusing on administrators’ and science teachers’ assessments of ‎goals and objectives, instructional practices, learning modalities, learning experiences, faculty attributes, and research and evaluation. It also ‎explored how the management functions—planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling—are implemented and the problems ‎encountered in managing science instruction.‎

    Using the descriptive method, data were gathered through questionnaires, interviews, and focus group discussions involving 21 ‎administrators and 71 science teachers. Statistical tool used was the weighted mean. Results revealed that goals and objectives and faculty ‎attributes were strong areas, while instructional practices, learning experiences, and research and evaluation required improvement. Problems ‎encountered included limited scholarship grants, and inadequate laboratory tools, reagents, and safety equipment. These findings highlight ‎the need for improved management support and the adoption of the proposed developmental framework to enhance science instruction in ‎TEIs in Batangas‎.

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    Gayeta, N. E. . (2025). A Developmental Framework for Managing Science Instruction: ‎Insights from Selected Teacher Education Institutions in ‎Batangas. International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 14(8), 439-446. https://doi.org/10.14419/2d6mr379