Professional Development, Readiness of Teachers and Performance of Grade 4 Learners in the MATATAG Curriculum

AUTHOR(S)

KARE SHEILA E. LINGGAS

ABSTRACT

— —This study determines the significant relationship between the level of professional development and extent of readiness of teachers and academic performance of learners in the MATATAG curriculum. Survey questionnaires were adopted in this research to determine the level and extent of the variables posted in this research. There are 22 teachers, and 656 learners involved in this study. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed, and percentage, weighted mean and Pearson r were the statistical tools used in this study. Based on the data gathered, the findings of the research confirm the existence of a positive relationship between the level of professional development and readiness of teachers in the implementation of MATATAG curriculum and extent of readiness of teachers in the implementation of MATATAG curriculum and academic performance of the learners. These findings suggest that welltrained and prepared teachers help achieve success in the performance of the learners. This research emphasizes how effective teacher development programs and readiness efforts are essential in guaranteeing successful curriculum implementation of the MATATAG curriculum, which in turn contributes to enhanced academic performance among learners. Keywords — Professional Development, Readiness, Teachers, Performance, Grade 4 Learners, MATATAG Curriculum