The realities of teaching practices of teacher education program in BASC: A basis for curriculum improvement

This study provides information about graduates’ teaching practices to guide improvements in the Teacher Education program curriculum at Bulacan Agricultural State College (BASC). The research used mixed method approach using surveys for quantitative data and qualitative data from interviews, from Teacher Education graduates over the period 2022 to 2024. The purpose of the study was to evaluate how prepared graduates of the program were in diverse aspects, content knowledge and pedagogy, learning environment, diversity of learners, curriculum and planning, assessment and reporting, community linkages and professional engagement, and personal growth and professional development. All areas such as curriculum planning, assessment and professional development, were considered to be taught “very well” according to the findings. Moreover, the research confirmed that BASC gives students knowledge and abilities that can be used outside teaching. Students found mentorship helpful, practical experience and the use of reflective activities, but said improvement of communication, better integration of ICT tools, and more training on classroom management were needed. According to the findings, updating the teacher education curriculum often is necessary to match what teachers experience in classrooms and where K-12 education is headed, preparing teachers for accomplishment in their careers.