Instructional Quality and Faculty Behaviors in Virtual Exchange Programs: A Study of Higher Education Institutions from Philippines and Indonesia

This study evaluated the effectiveness of a virtual faculty and student exchange program between a higher education institution (HEI) in the Philippines and Indonesia. Data were collected from selected student participants from the higher education institutions from both countries using a descriptive research design. The study found that the program was successful in terms of instructional quality and behaviors of instructors, with respondents viewing the quality of course materials, structure, and delivery as high. The instructors were also observed to exhibit positive and great behaviors, creating a favorable learning environment for their students. Moreover, there were no significant differences in the assessment based on demographic profiles and the evaluation of the quality of course materials, structure, and delivery, as well as the views on the behaviors of the instructors. These results can serve as a foundation for improving future similar international endeavors using ICT as a medium. The study suggested that ICT can be a promising tool for international exchange programs, providing high-quality education for students from different countries. These findings can aid in the design and implementation of future international endeavors in higher education institutions