Exploring the Implementation of Strategic Intervention Materials: Basis for Policy Development

This study explored the learning difficulties and experiences of the learners in lesson content, and the challenges and problems encountered by teachers. The result of this study server as a basis for a policy development plan to enhance the extent of implementation of Strategic Intervention Materials (SIM) Salindingan Elementary School, West District, Schools Division of the City of Ilagan. A qualitative approach was used to determine the learning difficulties and experiences of 6 out of 56 learners in lesson content and the challenges and problems encountered by all three teachers. This study focused on pupils who have engaged with the Strategic Intervention Materials (SIM) created by the teacher participants. Additionally, inclusion in the study is contingent upon the willingness of participants to be subjects of the research. This selection criteria ensures that the study examines the effects of the specific SIM developed by the teachers on pupils who have experienced them, while also respecting the voluntary participation of individuals involved. A semi-structured questionnaire consisted of open-ended questions aligned to the questions was used. The results indicate that, while the aim of the SIM is to enable learners to independently engage with and answer the material, learners still require teacher guidance during its implementation. Effective time management, optimism, expert support, self-motivation, and proper planning were identified as key factors for successful implementation. Participants also shared insights for others, highlighting that the (SIM) serves as a valuable tool for addressing less understood competencies, proving to be useful, helpful, and contributing to teacher satisfaction. On the otherhand, teachers need should be passionate about teaching and recognize their significant responsibility in schools to support learners and provide resources that academically uplift at-risk learners. They underline the need to create programs and conduct training and seminars to enhance teachers' skills in implementing strategic intervention materials.