AREA III: CURRICULUM

A. Curriculum and Program of Studies

B. Instructional Process, Methodologies and Learning Opportunities

C. Assessment of Academic Performance

D. Classroom Management

E. Graduation Requirements

F. Administrative Support for Effective Instruction

G. Documents and Additional Information and Exhibits

A. Curriculum and Program of Studies

A.1. The curriculum/program of study meets the requirements and standards of CHED, Professional Regulations Commission, Professional Organizations or Societies and other related agencies. Mindanao State University A.1.1 General Education Courses A.1.2 Professional Education Courses TOTAL **RLE units embedded in the professional courses 81 units 110 units 191 units 43 units

CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER 14 A.1.1 General Education Courses A.1.2 Professional Education Courses TOTAL **RLE units embedded in the professional courses 87 units 115 units 202 units 46 units

B. Curriculum and Program of Studies A.2. The curriculum reflects national and regional goals RLE and Institutional vision and mission.

C. Curriculum and Program of Studies

A.3. There is a well-planned and organized RLE program utilizing the nursing process as a scientific tool in actual nursing experience.

D.Curriculum and Program of Studies E.

A.4. The students are assigned to various hospitals and community agencies for their RLE.

A.5. The curriculum provides for the development of the following professional competencies. A.5.1. acquisition of knowledge of theories based on the field of specialization A.5.2. learning the application of the theories to real problems in the field; and A.5.3. demonstrating the skills to carry out the application or strategy in actual work setting. A.6. The courses are logically sequenced and prerequisite courses are identified. A.7. The curricular content responds to the needs of the country and recent developments in the profession.

A.8. The curricular content reflects the depth and breadth of the professional and technical preparation required of its graduates.

A.9. the curriculum integrates values, reflective of national customs, culture and tradition in cases where applicable.

A.10.The curriculum provides for opportunities for participation in activities, such as immersion/practical training.

A.11. The following activities are undertaken to ensure quality in the planning, design, monitoring and review of the curriculum.

A.11.1. Periodic review, assessment and updating of the curriculum and

A.11.2. participation in the development and revision of the curriculum by the A.11.2.1. faculty A.11.2.2. students A.11.2.3. alumni

A.12. There is a system of validation of subjects taken from other schools

A.13. The program od study allows the accommodation of students with special needs and assists them to finish the degree.

F. Instructional Process, Methodologies and Learning Opportunities B.1. There is an updated syllabus for each subject duly approved by the Dean or official concerned. B.2. The syllabus is comprehensive and appropriate contents for the courses are included. B.3. the syllabus allows flexibility to accommodate revision and adjustments while the course progresses. B.4. The syllabus includes a list of suggested readings and references of recent edition. B.5. The faculty provides a copy of the syllabus to each student and discusses this at the beginning of the course. B.6/ Copies of all the syllabi during the term are available at the Deans office or any other appropriate repository. B.7. There is provision in the curriculum for built-in remedial measures to strengthen the basic skills in Mathematics and English. B.8. Classroom instruction is enriched through the following strategies: B.8.1. symposia, seminars, workshops, professional lectures; B.8.2. field trips/learning visits/other co-curricular activities; B.8.3. peer teaching/cooperative learning; and B.8.4. computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and computer-assisted learning (CAL) B.9. Instruction is enriched through, at least, ten (10) of the following techniques (Please check the specific techniques used): B.9.1. film showing B.9.2. projects B.9.3. group dynamics B.9.4. case study B.9.5. workshops B.9.6. simulations

B.9.7. dimensional question approach B.9.8. brainstorming B.9.9. buzz session B.9.10. informal creative groups B.9.11. interactive learning B.9.12. team teaching B.9.13. micro teaching B.9.14. macro teaching B.9.15. tandem teaching B.9.16. peer teaching B.9.17. multi-media/coursewares/teachwares B.9.18. experiments B.9.19. problem-solving B.9.20. type study methods B.9.21. reporting; and B.9.21. others (specify)

B.10. Course requirements (at least three) that contribute to quality and independent study such as the following are used: B.10.1. group/individual projects B.10.2. group/individual reports B.10.3. group/individual term papers B.10.4. performance activities B.10.5. written and oral examinations B.10.6. learning contract B.10.7. portfolio B.10.8. research study; and B.10.9. others (specify) _____________ B.11. Teaching strategies stimulate the development of the students critical and analytical thinking and independent learning. B.12. Instructional strategies provide for the students individual needs and multiple intelligence. B.13. Instruction is conducted with the following: B.13.1. submission of approved and updated syllabus per course;

B.13.2. regular classroom observation and supervision; B.13.3. regular faculty meetings with the Dean/Department Head; and B.13.4. regular faculty performance evaluation

B.14. Instruction is enhanced through: B.14.1. attendance/participation of faculty in in-service training; and B.14.2. conduct of experimental classes, and adoption of alternative instructional delivery modes, or use of current/updated instructional methodologies. B.15. Teaching strategies and approaches used contribute B.16. Instructional approaches develop in the students the necessary skills, knowledge and attitudes for independent nursing practice. B.17. Instructional strategies are designed for students RLE. Instructional Materials B.18. Varied, multisensory materials and computer programs are utilized for instruction. B.19. Instructional materials are reviews and recommended by an Instructional Materials Committee. B.20. Faculty members are encouraged to produce their own instructional materials such as modules, software, visual aids, manuals and textbooks. B.21. The academic unit maintains consortia and linkages with other learning institutions for academic exchange of instructional materials. B.22. The prescribed textbook/s and other reference materials are of recent edition (published within the last 10 years) and reflect recent trends, issues and content related to the subject/course. B.23. the following teaching devices and audio-visual materials are available. B.23.1. anatomical models B.23.2. Mrs. Chase dolls B.23.3. Resusci-Ann dolls B.23.4. delivery set-up B.23.5. Surgical sets B.23.6. video apparatus B.23.7. charts; and B.23.8. other (specify) _____________

C. Assessment of Academic Performance C.1. The program of studies provides for the evaluation of student performance through a combination of the following: C.1.1. formative tests such as quizzes, unit tests; C.1.2. summative tests such as mid-term and final examinations; C.1.3. project and/or term papers; C.1.4. practicum and performance tests; and C.1.5. other course requirements C.2. The summative tests administered are: C.2.1 comprehensive enough to test the different levels of cognitive skills and knowledge of content; and C.2.3 based on Table of Specification (TOS) C.3. Varied evaluation measures are used, such as: C.3.1. portfolio;

C.3.2. rubric assessment; C.3.3. skills demonstration; C.3.4. paper and pencil tests; C.3.5. oral examinations; C.3.6. group/individual reports; C.3.7. group/individual research study; and C.3.8. others (specify) ______________________ C.4. Evaluation tools/instruments are reliable. C.4.1. Faculty members are trained in test construction and measurement. C.4.2. Evaluation tools/instruments are reviewed periodically and revised, if necessary. C.5. The academic unit encourages and supports assessment for individual differences and multiple intelligence. C.6. Course and test requirements are returned to students after results are checked, recorded, and analyzed. C.7. The system of student evaluation and grading is defined, understood and disseminated to: C.7.1. academic administrators; C.7.2. faculty; C.7.3. students; and C.7.4. parents/guardians. C.8. The performance of the program under review in government examinations is favorably comparable to the national passing percentage: 50 % higher than the national passing percentage 5 25 % higher than the national passing rate equal to the national passing percentage 25 % lower than the national passing percentage 2 4 3

C.9. Majority of the graduates succeed in gaining employment in jobs related to their education within the following periods after graduation: Below 1 years One year to below 2 years Two years to below 3 years Three years to below 4 years Four years and above 3 2 1 5 4

D. Classroom Management D.1. Records of students daily attendance are filed and used for monitoring and guidance/counseling purposes. D.2. The policy on students attendance in classroom and on other instructional activities is enforced. D.3. Classroom discipline is maintained in consonance with democratic practices. D.4. Class officers and assigned student assist in maintaining cleanliness of classrooms, laboratories and corridors. D.5. In Classes using lecture and other similar methods in teaching, the number of students does not exceed. D.6. Independent work and performance are encouraged and monitored D.6.1. case studies/reports D.6.2. hospital/health practices; and D.6.3. others (specify)

E. Graduation Requirements E.1. The students are regularly informed of the academic requirements of their course. E.2. The academic unit offering the program provides a system for student returnees and transferees to meet the residence and other graduation requirements. E.3. Graduating students conduct research and/or undergo practicum/OJT or other activities prescribed in the curriculum to enhance learning. E.4. The College/Department of Nursing provides a system to assist graduating students with academic deficiencies, disciplinary cases, and other problems which hinder issuance of clearances. E.4.1. assisted Operating Room (OR) cases (major/minor) E.4.2. handled deliveries; E.4.3. assisted deliveries; and E.4.4. cord care E.5. The students are required to accomplish clearance for accountabilities and responsibilities from the Institution before graduation.

F. Administrative Support for Effective Instruction F.1. The Institution implements rules on the attendance of the faculty in their respective classes. F.2. There is a periodic faculty performance evaluation in accordance with existing institutional policies. F.3. Dialogs involving administration, faculty and students are encouraged, F.4. There is a system of awards and recognition for outstanding achievements of the faculty. F.5. Quality instruction is assured through the following strategies:

F.5.1. requiring a syllabus for each subject/course duly approved by the appropriate authority. F.5.2. requiring the submission of copies of the mid-term and final examination questions, including corresponding table of specifications to the department head; F.5.3. requiring the conduct of summative examinations (departmental examination, etc.) where applicable, F.5.4. conducting supervisory visits of classes. F.5.5. holding of regular faculty meetings by the dean/departmental chairperson; F.5.6. requiring consultations between students and faculty; F.5.7. encouraging the conduct of studies on academic performance of faculty and students; and F.5.8. providing for the participation/attendance of the faculty in in-service activities. F.6. supervision/monitoring system is designed to ensure sufficient class preparation by the faculty. F.7. Periodic faculty performance evaluation is done by at least three of the following: F.7.1. the academic head/departmental chairperson; F.7.2. students; F.7.3. the faculty member himself/herself; F.7.4. peers; and F.7.5. others (specify) ____________________ F.8. Graduating students are given fitting recognition for exemplary academic and nonacademic performances. F.9. Outstanding achievement of recognized and encouraged through: F.9.1. inclusion in honor roll, Deans list, etc.; F.9.2. awarding of tuition scholarships F.9.3. awarding of honor medals and merit certificates; F.9.4. inclusion in honor societies/honor class/sections, etc.; F.9.5. granting of special privileges such as opportunities such as opportunities in leadership and others (except exemption from major exams on all professional business subjects); and F.9.6. granting of awards and recognition for their outstanding academic accomplishments e.g. Best thesis, Student Researcher of the Year, etc. F.10. Indicators on performance of graduates are studied as follows: F.10.1. analysis of performance of graduates in Nurse Licensure Exam F.10.2. employability of graduates; and F.10.3. feedback from employers regarding performance of graduates.

F.11. Awards and/or recognition are given to students for exemplary academic and or/non-academic performance.

G. Documents and Additional Information and Exhibits

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Graduating system. CHED policies and standards. Copies of instructional materials actually used, Course curriculum. Course syllabi. Records of faculty performance evaluation done by the students, peers, superiors. Etc. Records of class observations together with the evaluation criteria used. Records of conducted remedial, special or make up classes. Samples of old course syllabi used in the last three (3) years. Samples of student projects and terms papers in the current school year. Samples of teache-made tests in the current school year.

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Samples of accrediting, validating, substituting and determining equivalent courses/subjects taken in other institutions.

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System to ensure quality in the formulation, monitoring and review of the curriculum.