Satisfaction with Factors Influencing the Hidden Curriculum in a BS Air Transportation Program

Abstract

The limited research on the hidden curriculum propelled the researchers to conduct a study focusing on specific aspects related to general activities, school facilities, faculty and staff behavior, and BS in Air Transportation (BSAT) activities. The study employed a mixed-method approach involving an assessment survey from two hundred BSAT respondents, along with interviews of six participants. Findings showed that most respondents were 21-year-old male Filipinos who generally expressed satisfaction across various areas. However, certain elements, such as general and departmental activities and teacher and faculty behavior, require improvement. Activities organized by the school and department effectively enhanced teamwork, discipline collaboration skills among students. Respondents identified classrooms as essential facilities; however, they indicated the library, activity room, and gym needed improvements. The researchers recommend increasing the availability of BS AT relevant books and journals, magazines, library, providing monetary incentives and other motivation to boost the passion and commitment of faculty members, ensuring cleanliness and orderliness during class transitions, maintaining more international programs, developing additional activities that are aligned with and needed by BS AT students.