A PREFERRED LEARNING STRATEGIES OF TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION COURSES IN QUEZON PROVINCE PHILIPPINES: A BASES FOR INTERVENTION ACTION PLAN

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In the evolving landscape of education, understanding the many learning styles of students is crucial for formulating successful teaching strategies.  Studies demonstrate that students participating in technical-vocational teacher education programs are exhibiting subpar performance in other academic subjects. The research aims to highlight the particular intervention necessary for identifying learning styles in TVTE, necessitating a sophisticated teaching technique that accommodates the varied learning preferences of students and aligns instructional strategies accordingly. The research sought to identify the unique learning modalities used in the Technical Vocational Teacher Education programs at the community college in Mauban, Quezon Province, Philippines. To provide a comprehensive foundation and enhance the educational experience by aligning new teaching methods with students' learning preferences. This improves engagement, retention, and the use of material in technical-vocational education. Survey questionnaires were used to ascertain and measure the degree and direction of correlations between variables using quantitative correlational research. This is advantageous in education since it facilitates the assessment of relationships and the forecasting of future trends. This data may then be used to guide decision-making and enhance educational methods. The students' academic achievement in the topic was highly connected with their learning methods. Results indicate that students enrolled in TVTE courses completely concurred that learning strategies such as experiential learning, crossover learning, stealth assessment, and embodied learning significantly facilitate comprehension, support across diverse educational contexts, and improve information retention by enabling active application of knowledge to real-life scenarios, thereby enhancing problem-solving abilities. Additionally, it fosters introspection in the learning process, enhancing engagement via the incorporation of physical activities and sensory experiences. Furthermore, students unanimously concurred that the utilization of technology supports in the enhancement of their digital competencies and equips them for the exigencies of a technology-oriented future; additionally, universal design for learning and gamification augment education by incorporating elements such as rewards, competition, and interactive challenges into academic pursuits. Kinesthetic learning indicates that students strongly concur that physical activities enhance practical skills and foster a deeper connection to the material, while verbal learning enhances communication skills through the articulation of ideas in both written and spoken forms, thereby promoting a collaborative learning environment. This methodology fosters students’ analytical reasoning, indicate that active learning is their primary preference among learning styles, whereas gamification ranks lowest among strategies for enhancing motivation and engagement, resulting in improved participation and performance, such as mitigating boredom during lectures and fostering liveliness. The study revealed a significant correlation between innovative learning styles and the preferred teaching strategies of students. The results suggest that active learning methods, which involve applying knowledge in practical contexts, are highly regarded for their ability to foster active participation and improve learning outcomes. These methods align with an experiential learning approach, which includes hands-on activities and real-world applications, proving effective in aiding students to develop skills and grasp theoretical concepts through direct experience. Additionally, the adoption of teaching strategies that cater to students' learning preferences may enhance academic performance. The community college is advised to implement an intervention action plan to address the varied learning needs and preferences within TVTED courses to achieve educational objectives. Integrating experiential learning techniques allows students to interact with the material actively and utilize their knowledge in practical situations. This method can boost understanding and retention, contributing to the success of TVTED course program at the community college. Moreover, opportunities for tangible learning experiences and real-world applications can demonstrate the relevance of their education and heighten motivation. Creating a supportive and inclusive educational atmosphere enables the community college to help students maximize their potential in TVTED courses.

 Keywords: Innovative, Learning modalities, Pedagogical, Technical Vocational Education, Strategies