Perceived Effects of Service Learning Program on the Academic Development of Pre-Service Teachers

Abstract

The research paper ascertained the perceived effects of service-learning program (SLP) on the academic skills development of pre-service teachers in one of the universities in the Philippines. The study utilized pre-experimental design among 187 students measured in different times. The researcher employed a two-part quantitative questionnaire and one semi-structured questionnaire to determine the perceived effects. The result revealed that SLP has high effects on the academic skills development of students. Respondents further explained that SLP helped them value the importance of proper lesson planning, employing differentiated instruction, and mastering classroom management to be a more effective educator.
Keywords: Service learning program, pre-experimental design, academic development