This descriptive survey research investigated the perceptions of undergraduate teacher education students at Romblon State University, Philippines, towards the key learner attributes of Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and its integration within the curriculum. Employing proportional stratified sampling, the study examined student agreement with three key learner attributes: informed and critically literate, socially connected and respectful of diversity, and ethically responsible and engaged. A 30-item validated survey questionnaire was used to gather data on these attributes and to identify General Education (GE) courses perceived to integrate GCED principles. The findings revealed that teacher education students generally agreed with the three key learner attributes. This suggests that teacher education students perceived that they were equipped to teach complex global issues by engaging students to think critically through relevant learning activities. Furthermore, it connotes that the respondents’ preparation encouraged them to recognize the social and cultural diversity of learners, leading towards a more inclusive learning environment. Likewise, it indicates that they were engaged with learning tasks that prepares them to be ethically responsible. Specifically, students identified "The Contemporary World" as a course incorporating GCED principles. Furthermore, "Purposive Communication" was recognized for reflecting the "Informed and Critically Literate" attribute, while "Ethics" was associated with "Socially Connected and Respectful of Diversity" and "Ethically Responsible and Engaged." While some GE courses strongly reflect these attributes, others struggle with integration. Therefore, enhancing and revising the curriculum of courses minimally reflecting GCED principles is recommended to ensure a more comprehensive harmonization of global citizenship within teacher education.

Authors:
Frankie Fran, Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
Maria Kristina Paz, Romblon State University, Philippines
Vanesa Bringas, Romblon State University, Philippines
Rea Bel Fran, Romblon State University, Philippines

About the Presenter(s)
Mr. Frankie A. Fran is currently a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education student in the Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines, and an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education at Romblon State University, Philippines.

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