23/04/2024
"... As you step into the final stages of your internship, poised to embark on your journey into the noble profession of teaching, remember that you are not just students; you are ambassadors of change, architects of innovation, and champions of educational excellence."
โ Dean Dr. Minerva-Saminah M. Naga
On Sunday, April 21, 2024, the Student Teacher Association (STA), under the guidance of their ELC Coordinator, Prof. Sahiba R. Macacuna, organized an Action Research Seminar-Workshop with the theme 'Innovate, Inquire, Impact: Harnessing Action Research for Educational Excellence' at the Amphitheatre, CPA, MSU โ Main Campus, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The program commenced with a recitation of Ayat from the Qurโan by Yasser Bin Ali M. Diongal from BSED English, followed by the singing of the National Anthem through a multimedia presentation. Prof. Sahiba R. Macacuna, the ELC Coordinator, delivered the opening remarks, expressing gratitude to Dr. Minerva-Samina M. Naga, CED Dean, Dr. Norsaliah T. Macauyag, the resource speaker, and all ELC Supervisors for their support. Dr. Minerva-Samina M. Naga shared an inspirational message with the Field Study students and teaching interns, emphasizing the importance of harnessing their potential and embracing the challenges ahead to become excellent teachers.
Prof. Norhayna Eryll M. Unte introduced the resource speaker, Dr. Norsaliah T. Macauyag, who presented valuable insights on selecting action research problems, their characteristics, processes, methods, and formats. A Q&A session followed, allowing participants to engage with the topic. The session concluded with a brief interactive activity led by the resource speaker.
Prof. Monasalam M. Disangcopan delivered closing remarks, expressing gratitude to all involved in organizing the event. She ended with a quote from Herbert Spencer: "The great aim of education is not knowledge but action."
The program concluded with a photo session featuring ELC101/102 and ELC197โs Team Leaders, the Resource Speaker, ELC Coordinator, and ELC Supervisors.
Indeed, the seminar-workshop provided valuable knowledge and insights to the participants, contributing to their professional growth.
Article: Nairah E. Laolao & Haninah M. H. Said
Photos: Sittie Sumaya D. Basher & Sardane S. Mangondato