Perspectives of Elementary Teachers on the Teaching of Araling Panlipunan Curriculum to 21st Century Learners: A Phenomenology

Abstract

This qualitative-phenomenological study comprised the perspectives of Elementary Teachers on the teaching of Araling Panlipunan curriculum to 21st century learners in Laak South District. This study was seen through from Banduras Social Learning Theory (1971). There were fourteen (14) Elementary Teachers who participated in this study. As to participants perception, four major themes emerged: teaching Araling Panlipunan must cater to the needs of the 21st century learners must contribute to the holistic development of learners must promote globally competitive learners and not easy. When it comes to their experiences, three major themes emerged: lack of instructional materials lack of training and seminars of teachers and lack of students interest. With regards to their coping mechanism, five major themes emerged: use of differentiated instruction proper lesson planning download videos of lesson use of ICT and positive attitude in teaching. Lastly, the participants suggestions, four major themes emerged: expose teachers to training and seminars equip teachers with computer assisted instruction provide contextualized materials and provide appropriate instructional materials. The results of this study are meaningful and significant to teachers, learners, Department of Education, government and other stakeholders to support their needs in realizing DepEd mission through promoting competitive learners globally.