A Mixed- methods Study on the Nature of the Classroom Environment among Teaching Personnel in Kapalong College of Agriculture Sciences and Technology

This study aimed to described the lived experiences and coping mechanisms of teaching personnel regarding the classroom environment in a local college context. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining both surveys and interviews to get a complete picture. Participants were chosen to fit the study’s goals: 89 teaching personnel took part in the survey, while 14 others joined the qualitative phase, with half participating in one-on-one interviews and the rest in group discussions. The survey results were summarized using averages and variations, while the interview and discussion responses were carefully reviewed and grouped into meaningful themes. The overall mean score for the classroom environment was 4. 26, indicating often positive manifestations as perceived by participants. There were three key themes emerged from the qualitative data, which are Building Trust and Respect for Student Engagement, Student-Centered and Flexible Teaching Strategies, and Maintaining a Positive and Supportive Learning Environment. The findings from both phases converged and supported each other. The teaching personnel at the local college have shown they are really good at creating a positive and welcoming classroom by building trust, being flexible in their teaching, and offering support to their students. By looking at booth the numbers and the personal experiences shared, we get a clearer and more complete picture of how these educators handle the ups and downs of teaching and manage the challenges they face every day.