Home⇛International Social Science Review⇛vol. 6 no. 1 (2022)

A Tracer Study on the Graduates of Universidad de Zamboanga School of Education, Arts and Sciences from School Year 2014-2018

Roger Colisao | Mercedes Bejerano

 

Abstract:

The study determined the current employment status of the Bachelor of Secondary Education graduates of Universidad de Zamboanga from 2014- 2018. Specifically, it answered the following questions: What is the general profile of the respondents? What is the employment profile of the respondents? What competencies learned in college did the respondents find useful in their first job? What are the implications of the findings of the study in enhancing the curriculum of the Bachelor of Secondary Education? The study employed the descriptivequantitative method of research to gather data on the tracer baseline data were employed or not. The findings imply that not all graduates pursue a career in education, that financial reasons are taken into account in professional development, and that interpersonal skills are vital in attaining better opportunities. From these findings, the study regular tracer studies on the job status of BSEd graduates from Batch 2014-2018 and subsequent batches and graduates should be conducted by school officials. They must continue to adapt and implement initiatives to satisfy the needs of future batches and graduates. To be more receptive to learners from diverse backgrounds. Courses on teaching strategies and techniques should be added to the curriculum. The BSED program should provide more opportunities for BSEd students to apply their newly acquired theories and concepts in the classroom.



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