USTP Oroquieta, DepEd conduct orientation on experiential learning courses for pre-service teachers

By Ivy Donnel Pimentel, Faculty DTLE, USTP Oroquieta
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The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines in Oroquieta Misamis Occidental (USTP Oroquieta,) successfully conducted the orientation on Experiential Learning Courses (Field Study) and Department of Education (DepEd) Policies on August 25, 2026, at the campus library to prepare its graduating Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLEd) students for their upcoming field-based teaching experiences.

The orientation gathered fourth-year BTLEd students in two sessions, with representatives from DepEd Misamis Occidental Division facilitating the morning session and representatives from the DepEd Oroquieta City Division leading the afternoon session. The resource speakers discussed essential areas including DepEd policies, expectations for Experiential Learning, learning competencies, Child Protection Policy, Anti-Bullying, and classroom assessment.

From the DepEd Misamis Occidental Division, Joan T. Ondona, Education Program Specialist II–HRD, discussed DepEd policies, while Marianne April Abelo-Buta, PDO I and Division LRP Focal, tackled the Child Protection Policy. Meanwhile, the DepEd Oroquieta City Division was represented by Francis J. Buac, Chief Education Supervisor, CID; Loreto D. Cabural, Education Program Supervisor for Mathematics; Lawrence T. Pastrano, Guidance Officer; and Solly E. Namocatcat, Education Program Supervisor for Science, who discussed Experiential Learning, learning competencies, Child Protection and Anti-Bullying, and classroom assessment. The sessions also featured open forums where student-teachers were able to raise questions and gain practical insights into their roles and responsibilities during their field practice.

The activity underscored USTP Oroquieta’s commitment to strengthening the professional preparation of its future educators through meaningful collaboration with the basic education sector. The University expresses its appreciation to the DepEd Division of Misamis Occidental and DepEd Oroquieta City Division for supporting the professional growth and readiness of USTP’s graduating pre-service teachers.