TEACHING

Towards holistic and compassionate approach to education.

Humility

Excellence

Accountability

Resiliency

Trustworthiness

Teaching with a heart ❤️

At Sorsogon State University, the principle of “Teaching with a Heart” represents more than just an educational philosophy—it is a commitment to fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment where students thrive both academically and personally. This ethos is woven into every aspect of the university’s approach to education, reflecting a deep dedication to individualized student care and success.

“Teaching with a Heart” is exemplified by the university’s remarkable faculty-to-student ratio of 1:30, which ensures that each student receives personalized attention and support.
This approach is integral to the university’s commitment to creating meaningful and impactful educational experiences. The effectiveness of this commitment is evidenced by a strong student satisfaction rate of 75% from a comprehensive survey of 11,415 students.

Furthermore, the university’s dedication to student success is reflected in its impressive 74% completion rate, demonstrating the institution’s ability to guide students through their programs to graduation within the expected timeframe. The 100% retention rate from first-year to second-year students highlights the supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages continued enrollment and progression.

Teaching Metrics:

100%

Student Retention Rate
(From first-year to second-year students)

1:30

Faculty-to-student Ratio

75%

Student Satisfaction Rate

74%

Student Completion Rate

Academic Consultation Hours

The University adheres to the VPAA Memorandum No. 36, s. 2023, or the 1:3 Academic Consultation Hour Ratio. For every three hours of teaching load of faculty an equivalent of 1 hour should be allotted as consultation time to students.

1:3

Academic Consultation Hours

SorSU Learning Management System

The Sorsogon State University (SorSU) Learning Management System (LMS) is a key component of the university’s commitment to modern and effective education. Designed to enhance the learning experience, the LMS provides a versatile platform that integrates various educational tools and resources to support both students and faculty.

The SorSU LMS offers a user-friendly interface that facilitates seamless interaction between educators and learners. Through the system, students can access course materials, participate in discussions, submit assignments, and track their academic progress—all from a centralized location.
For faculty, the LMS simplifies the management of course content and grading. Educators can easily upload instructional materials, create assessments, and monitor student performance, which streamlines the administrative aspects of teaching and allows more time to focus on student engagement and support.

The integration of the LMS into SorSU’s educational framework reflects the university’s dedication to leveraging technology to enhance the quality of education. It provides a flexible and responsive learning environment that supports the university’s goal of delivering personalized and effective instruction, aligning perfectly with their “Teaching with a Heart” philosophy.