Title: Redefining Student Formation: Characteristics and Experiences for Resilient University Social Engagement
Stream: Education, Sustainability & Society: Social Justice, Development & Political Movements
Presentation Type: Live-Stream Presentation
Authors:
Neil Oliver Penullar, De La Salle University, Philippines
Joel Navarez, De La Salle University, Philippines
Carl Fernandez, De La Salle University, Philippines
Juanito Alcazar, De La Salle University, Philippines
Christine Joy Ballada, De La Salle University, Philippines
Abstract:
Social engagement is one of the three core functions of a university. Through community immersion, service-learning, volunteering, and other service opportunities, students are invited to apply academic and civic competencies to solve a community problem or concern. At a Philippine university, the Lasallian Formation and Action Framework (LFA) guides student affairs personnel in developing students' leadership, spirituality, and social engagement. Developed in 2007, the framework's conceptual definition and desired characteristics for student social engagement have not yet considered our current context of hybrid and flexible learning, rising illiberalism, and restricted mobility brought about by the ongoing pandemic. The study intends to define and identify the behavioral indicators for social engagement in the Lasallian Formation and Action (LFA) Framework and be able to construct assessment rubrics anchored on the definitions of social engagement.
Participants in this study were alumni and current students who had participated in social engagement programs conducted by various university departments as well as student formators who had accompanied students in such programs. There was a total of 30 participants (10 students, 5 alumni, and 15 formators) who were divided into six (6) groups for an online focus group discussion (FGD). Thematic analysis (Braun and Clarke, 2006) was used to examine and interpret the FGD data in order to create patterns or meanings to comprehend experiences, thoughts, or behaviors that were gathered from the participants. Results of the study shall be used to strengthen curricular and co-curricular programs aimed at developing graduates who are engaged and service-driven citizens.
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