Accreditation and its outcomes in the seven accredited elementary schools of the Daughters of Charity

Date of Publication

1998

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Educational Management

Subject Categories

Educational Administration and Supervision

College

Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education

Department/Unit

Educational Leadership and Management

Thesis Adviser

Marikita Tirol Evangelista

Defense Panel Chair

Dr. Pablo F. Mangaran, Jr.

Defense Panel Member

Dr. Adelaida Bago
Dr. Flordeliza Reyes

Abstract/Summary

This study was determines the outcomes or improvements brought about as a result of PAASCU accreditation in the seven areas of concern namely: School and Community, Faculty and Special Service Personnel, Administration and School Staff, Instructional Program, Student Activity Program, Student Services and Facilities of the seven elementary schools of the Daughters of Charity. The primary sources of data were taken from the Institutional staff Self-Survey and PAASCU Chairperson's reports on the Preliminary survey beginning in 1978 to the Second and Third Re-Surveys in 1996-1997 of the various accredited schools.This study used the descriptive-analytic method to construct a historical account of accreditation in the schools identify the factors that facilitated and delayed accreditation describe the most recent profile, the consistent and common best features, the recurring and common points for improvements brought about by PAASCU accreditation in the areas of concern.As the result of this study, the researcher came up with the following conclusions:An analysis of the historical account of accreditation at the seven fully accredited elementary schools covered in this study revealed that the various states of accreditation took place on schedule within the time set by PAASCU.Accreditation was facilitated by the presence of administrators who are experienced in accreditation, positive attitude of the faculty and staff and adequacy of planning and execution of preparatory activities.

On the other hand, accreditation had been delayed by frequent turn-over of administrators and faculty, inadequate implementation of PAASCU recommendations and insufficient financial resources to carry out the recommendations.The seven DC elementary schools under study were recognized as quality schools whose actual educational practices in the seven areas of concern were in agreement with their avowed purposes and objectives. These seven schools were granted Level II accreditation status.Accreditation made positive improvements in the quality of educational services offered by the DC elementary schools within the framework of their vision-mission and objectives. Institutional development was guided by the recommendations given by PAASCU.RecommendationsIn the light of the conclusions of this study, recommendations were proposed:Accreditation is a continuing process of growth and development both personal and institutional level, therefore, DC schools which have not embarked on accreditation should do so. The schools which have been already accredited can share their expertise and experiences in accreditation. The schools should continue the practice of the Congregational Evaluation Visit (CEV) as mock accreditation.As much as possible, principals/directresses of schools undergoing accreditation should not be given mission transfer but should stay in office for continuity in implementation of PAASCU recommendations or a least train successors to do this.A functional and sustainable development program for Faculty and Special Service Personnel with focus on instructional skills and competencies should be formulated.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TG02802

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

374 leaves

Keywords

Accreditation (Education); Education -- Standards; Elementary schools -- Accreditation; Educational surveys

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