Experiences of Technology and Livelihood Education Teachers in the Division of Davao Del Norte: A Phenomenological Study

Abstract

The goal of the Philippine educational system's integration of technology and livelihood education (TLE) is to provide students with information and abilities that apply to a variety of career domains. The backgrounds and skill sets of TLE's teachers, who are essential in transforming curriculum objectives into stimulating learning experiences for students, have a significant impact on the program's effectiveness. Hence, this study explored and described the lived experiences of teachers teaching technology and livelihood education in the Division of Davao del Norte. It aimed to go deeper into their experiences, coping strategies, and significant insights. This study was conducted and limited to the personal responses of the participants from the Division of Davao Del Norte, comprising seven (7) teachers. This study was qualitative with a phenomenological approach. Data was collected using interviews, which were coded and analyzed for themes. Results revealed that participants' experiences of the study emerged in two main themes: insufficient materials, equipment, and skills. Meanwhile, when it comes to coping with the challenges encountered by TLE teachers in the Division of Davao del Norte, three major themes were formulated: pedagogical diversity, technology integration, and training and seminars. On the other hand, the participants in this study shared their insights and suggestions when it comes to teaching TLE subjects. Out of the common insights, three themes emerge. It includes pedagogical adaptability, resource optimization, and professional development. Thus, further approaches to solving the aforementioned issues may be investigated by researchers in the future. They can also examine the long-term impacts of improved resources and teacher training on student outcomes in TLE subjects. Further, they may investigate best practices in TLE instruction from various regions and countries and explore their applicability in the local context.