Analysis of Licensure Examination Performance of Bachelor of Secondary Education in Mathematics: Basis for a Comprehensive Review Program

Abstract

The Philippine Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) continually exert efforts to produce quality and competent graduates. While there are various parameters for evaluating program performance, the licensure examination is the sole recognized qualification standard in the country. In the case of teacher education programs, the licensure examination for teachers (LET) assesses the quality of education graduates acquire. As a result, HEIs consistently seek ways to enhance their graduates' LET performance. The Mindoro State University College of Teacher Education employs various strategies to improve institutional LET performance, including integrating a review class into the curriculum. However, interventions should also be extended to graduates and repeaters, as their performance contributes to institutional outcomes. Accordingly, the researchers conducted this study to analyze trends in LET performance among BSEd Mathematics graduates. The study aimed to evaluate LET performance status from March 2016 to September 2019, utilizing documentary analysis of LET and academic performance. Data collected were analyzed using mean, frequency percentage, and cross-product analysis. Results indicate that repeater performance significantly influences overall performance, underscoring the need for targeted interventions. Academic performance is closely related to LET performance, with the exception of non-passers' professional education subjects. The study's findings serve as a basis for designing a comprehensive review program and can be used ex-ante to assess program effectiveness.