Pre-Service Teachers’ Evaluation of the Student Internship Program: Basis for Design Improvement

Abstract

This descriptive-survey study aimed to evaluate the implementation of the institute at City College of Angeles. Obtained data for this study were solicited via judgment sampling from 84 pre-service teachers from the Bachelor of Physical Education and Bachelor of Performing Arts programs who had their internship last academic year 2021–2022. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, mean and standard deviation were used to describe the quality of the internship program based on institutional and company evaluation, program effectiveness, and thematic analysis for the comments and suggestions of students on the internship program offered. Based on the results, the internship program of the institute is very effective since it is responsive to the community's needs, and students develop skills needed for their careers. On the other hand, the deployment of students to various public schools emerged as the central theme based on the results. On a positive note, pre-service teachers highly appreciate the internship program. The results of this study are expected to improve the program design of the pre-service teachers of the institute. Regular review of the curriculum and offered courses matching the needs of the industry should be performed. Additionally, the recommendation on the possibility of forging linkages with other private schools and industries related to the program is a result of this study. Also, formulation and development of the institutional policies and guidelines of the program or deployment manual, which may serve as a reference for pre-service teachers, is highly suggested.