MSU – Maguindanao strengthens academic practices through bench-learning exchange with MSU – General Santos CCSID - Mindanao State University

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12 Nov

MSU – Maguindanao strengthens academic practices through bench-learning exchange with MSU – General Santos CCSID

Mindanao State University–Maguindanao conducted a bench-learning activity with Mindanao State University–General Santos (MSU–General Santos) as part of its preparation for the AACCUP Level III accreditation. One of the key areas explored during the activity was curriculum development, during which the Center for Curriculum Studies and Instructional Designing (CCSID) shared its practices and initiatives in curricular planning, review, implementation, and evaluation.

The visit was facilitated by the Quality Assurance Management and Standards Office (QUAMSO), in coordination with CCSID Director Dr. Michael B. Cahapay. The MSU–Maguindanao delegation was composed of Dr. Leonel P. Untong, Dr. Norhaya S. Tiago, Dr. Maeda L. Kadtong, Associate Professor John Paul N. Cabotaje, and Associate Professor Meldred O. Baguio-Sorbito, representing the Program Accreditation Services Office, College of Agriculture, and College of Education/Research Office.

During the visit, the delegation was introduced to CCSID’s curriculum development initiatives, resources, and institutional support mechanisms. Among the materials presented were the curriculum catalogs of the different colleges, which serve as references for the University’s academic programs, along with guidelines and frameworks that support curriculum development and instructional processes. These resources reflect the University’s systematic approach to documenting, organizing, and managing its curricular programs.

CCSID also presented its faculty development programs and activities, including the Syllabus Workshop to Instructional Designing (IDesign), Learning and Educational Assessment Development (LEAD) Workshop, University Teaching (UTeach) Induction Program, and the upcoming Andragogically Responsive and Active Learning (ARAL) Program. These initiatives are designed to strengthen faculty competencies in syllabus development, assessment, instructional design, teaching strategies, and learner-centered approaches.

The bench-learning activity provided MSU–Maguindanao with an opportunity to gain insights into MSU–General Santos’ practices in curriculum management, quality assurance, instructional development, and faculty support. The exchange of institutional experiences and practices further strengthened collaboration between the two campuses and reinforced their shared commitment to continuous improvement and quality education within the MSU System.