Research Article | Open Access
Why Knowledge Matters: Exploring on the Teachers’ Mastery and Competence on Teaching Strategies that are Appropriate for Young Learners
Fortunato T. Atrido, Jr.
Pages: 2250-2257
Abstract
Teachers who know their subject matter thoroughly and fits their strategies can be more effective and efficient in delivering lessons. This study sought to determine the level of teachers’ mastery on the subject matters and their teaching strategies. The study employed a descriptive-quantitative type of research design which was voluntarily participated by 400 teachers in the Division of Zamboanga City, Philippines. The quota sampling technique was utilized in the study for the reason that teachers followed a skeletal system in reporting to school, and the researcher had to depend on their availability considering the time frame to conduct the survey. Based on the study's findings, teachers displayed a high level of performance in terms of their subject matter expertise and teaching strategies. Thus, it is suggested that the Department of Education continue organizing seminars, workshops, and training programs to enhance teachers' subject matter mastery.
Keywords
teachers’ mastery, competence, teaching strategies, early learners, teachers’ performance