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U. Supian, N. (2025). Assessing cognitive-based attitudes, Evidence-based research practices, and engagement-oriented professional development among college English instructors in Sulu. Environment and Social Psychology, 10(5), ESP-3705. https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3705

Assessing cognitive-based attitudes, Evidence-based research practices, and engagement-oriented professional development among college English instructors in Sulu

Nurmini U. Supian

School of Graduate Studies, Sulu State College, Jolo, Sulu, 7400, Philippines


DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3705


Keywords: teacher beliefs; evidence-based teaching; professional learning communities

Abstract

This study examined cognitive-based toward research, evidence-based teaching practices, and engagement-oriented professional development among English instructors in Sulu HEIs during the 2024-2025 academic year. Employing a descriptive-correlational design and purposive sampling (n=200), data were analyzed using weighted means, standard deviations, independent samples t-tests, one-way ANOVA, and Pearson correlations. Findings revealed a predominantly female, married teacher population, largely chronological aged 26-30 and 31+, holding master's degrees and possessing 2-7 years of experience. Teachers demonstrated strong positive cognitive attitudes toward research, effectively utilized evidence-based teaching methods, and actively participated in professional development. Crucially, these aspects were not significantly influenced by demographic factors. Strong positive correlations were observed among cognitive attitudes toward research, evidence-based practices, and engagement in professional development. Positive research cognitive attitudes significantly predicted the adoption of evidence-based teaching strategies.

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