Best practices in teaching world literature: A phenomenological study

This study envisioned and explored the lived experiences, challenges, coping mechanisms, and best practices of English teachers in teaching world literature in Montevista District, Davao de Oro. It utilized the qualitative-phenomenological method of research. Data for this research were collected in random sampling method from the five English teachers in four participating schools through individual in-depth interview. The result of this study revealed that English teachers experienced difficulties and challenges in teaching world literature because of the lack of literature-related trainings and seminars attended.  Moreover, this study also found that there were several teaching strategies as coping mechanisms in exploring literature. In addition, this research determined the best practices of the participants in teaching world literature such as the use of differentiated teaching strategies, video materials, and group activities. Thus, on the basis of the results of this research, it can be concluded that due to lack of trainings and seminars conducted, English teachers experienced difficulty in teaching world literature. As a recommendation, District English coordinator of Montevista District in Davao de Oro should conduct more training and seminars in teaching world literature.