Performance of Graduate Studies Department Professors in Pedagogy: A Basis for Faculty Development Program

Abstract

This descriptive-normative study assessed the graduate school professors’ level of performance along the various dimensions of instruction. The respondents of this study were the Graduate studies professors and students enrolled in Mindanao State University (Main) Marawi, Lanao del Sur, with a total of 122 respondents using convenient sampling techniques. The study utilized a modified questionnaire. The data were treated using weighted mean ranking, and frequency count. The study revealed that: the graduate studies professors always perform the various dimension of instruction along comprehensive knowledge of the teaching field; deontology and availability for teacher-student communication; presentation skills, passion for teaching; class preparation and management; student examination; quality of teaching materials; moderate in research and scientific productivity; administrative skills; and reputation. The researchers concluded that the graduate studies professors possess the essential knowledge and understanding in performing tasks along the various dimensions of instruction. The proposed Faculty Development Program when implemented can effectively improve the level of performance of the graduate studies professors along areas that is found moderate.