Goals of Science Education in the Tertiary Level: Assessment of the College of Science Faculty, University of Eastern Philippines

Abstract

The study determined the knowledge of the College of Science faculty on the goals of science education, the importance of each goal as perceived by the faculty, how often each goal is used and operationalized for teaching/learning purposes. The results revealed that teachers’ level of knowledge on the science goals and objectives was minimal. The faculty perceived scientific knowledge and methods very important and used it frequently in teaching. They used lecture for students to acquire scientific knowledge and laboratory activities to develop scientific methods. They did not know how to operationalize societal issues, personal needs, and career awareness when teaching their subject matter. The problems that prevent them from pursuing the goals were lack of instructional materials, lack of interest and negative attitude of students, lack of facilities, and knowledge in handling laboratory apparatus. Teachers do not utilize strategies that can facilitate the students’ construction of meaning and ideas.