Extent of Utilization of Poetry in ECE Instruction on the Core Learning Domains

AUTHOR(S)

CHRISTOPHER O. BACUNGAN MARIO E. CAMPILLA

ABSTRACT

— This study determined the extent of utilization of poetry in ECE instruction on the Core Learning Domains. It sought to examine both individual and instructional factors in the use of poetry in ECE on the core learning domains, which leads to the holistic development of the learners. The research specifically investigated the demographic and professional profiles of the respondent ECE teachers, including their age, civil status, teaching position, highest educational attainment, number of years teaching kindergarten, and the number of relevant trainings attended. It also assessed the extent of utilization of poetry in ECE instruction on the core domains of learning, namely cognitive, psychomotor, social, and emotional domains. Through a quantitative method, data were gathered via a survey questionnaire, allowing comprehensive analysis of the results. Results revealed a varying extent of utilization of poetry in ECE instruction influenced by some of the key profile variables, such as civil status. No significant difference was observed in certain domains. Further, a positive relationship was found between the extent of utilization of poetry in ECE instruction and the civil status of the respondents. Based on the findings, the following are hereby recommended: a) ECE teachers who are baccalaureate graduates are encouraged to enroll in graduate school to improve themselves professionally; b) ECE teachers are also encouraged to discover other relevant poetry instructional materials that could further enhanced the emotional skills of young learners; c) ECE teachers should strengthen the use of poetry in the development of the core domains of young learners to develop their self-confidence and self-esteem leading to emotional stability; and d) ECE teachers should strengthen family involvement in the utilization of poetry in supporting and guiding the studies of their children at home. Keywords — utilization, poetry, early childhood education, instruction, core learning domains