Alumni’s Retrospective Evaluation of Their Undergraduate Secondary Teacher Education Training
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Alumni feedback has emerged as one of the central pillars of the quality process due to the valuable insights from the alumni in evaluating the academic programs and services of higher education institutions. This study determined the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) alumni’s retrospective evaluation of their undergraduate teacher training as to the adequacy and relevance of acquired 21st-century skills. It also sought their satisfaction and recommendations for curricular and service improvements. A survey procedure was used to collect data from 602 BSED graduates from a Philippine State University from 2013 to 2017. Results indicate that overall, the traced BSED alumni were highly satisfied with the pre-service training – both in terms of curriculum and services offered. The 21st century skills they acquired were claimed to be highly relevant to their current jobs. They, however, call for greater exposure with authentic pedagogical preparations and research, and for improved facilities. Moreover, they recommended a regular curriculum review to check on the courses’ relevance, arrangement, and “balance”. Meanwhile, variety, relevance, and practicality were among the discipline-specific recommendations forwarded. In conclusion, the satisfaction of the alumni with their undergraduate training was evident, but there are areas of improvement that the institution must consider.
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Bansiong, A.J. (2021). Teaching internship apprehensions of preservice teachers. Mountain Journal of Science and Interdisciplinary Research, 81(2):6-16. journals.bsu.edu.ph.
Bernard, D. (2022). Most employers value attitude over education. HR Magazine. https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/news/most-employers-value-attitude-above-education/
Biscante, D.D., Clemencio, K.E., & Negado, K.L.E. (2019). Tracer study of teacher education graduates. Aloha International Journal of Education Advancements, 1(3), 51-58.
Boutyline, A., & Soter, L.K. (2021). Cultural Schemas: What They Are, How to Find Them, and What to Do Once You’ve Caught One. American Sociological Review, 86(4), 728-758. https://doi.org/10.1177/00031224211024525
Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative research in psychology, 3(2), 77-101.
Bueno, D.C. (2020). Tracing CCI education graduates: How well are we in developing professional teachers? CC The Journal: A Multidisciplinary Research Review, 15, 1-8.
Bramming, P. (2007). An argument for strong learning in higher education. Quality in Higher Education, 13(1),45-56. 10.1080/13538320701272722
Caňizares, M.J.F. (2014). Tracing university of San Carlos’ science and mathematics education graduates: How well are we in developing teacher professionals? International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 4(2): 69-86. 10.5861/ijrse.2015.985
CareersEvent.com. (2021). Attitude vs experience: which is more important to employers. https://www.careersevent.com/attitude-vs-experiencewhich-is-more-important-to-employers/
Daguplo, M.S., Capili, P.L.G., Estrella, A.R.C., & Bano, A.L. (2019). Tracking the employment and employability characteristics of the graduates of the college of teacher education. Asia-Pacific Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, Part III.7(2): 67-74.
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Dumlao, T.R., Lopez, M.H., & Manago, J.G. (2020). Tracing CCI Education Graduates: How well are we in developing professsional teachers? CC The Journal: A Multidisciplinary Research Review, 15: 1-9.
Ferrer, J.C. (2017). Caught in a Debt Trap? An analysis ofDe the financial well-being of teachers in the Philippines. The Normal Lights, 11(2).
Gavoni, P. (2023). The teacher as a classroom behavioral leader. Professional Crisis Management Association.
Gines, A.C. (2014). Tracer study of PNU graduates. American International Journal of Contemporary Research, 4(3): 81-98.
Gonzales, R.D., Gelido, R.T., Bautista, A.S., Jarin, S.A., & Lumanta, C.N. (2017). Employers’ feedback on graduates of Pangasinan State University, Philippines. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 8(9): 11511161. https://doi.org/10.5430/wje.v9n2p56.
Gut, D.M. (2010). Integrating 21st century skills into the curriculum. In Bringing schools into the 21st century (pp. 137-157). Dordrecht: Springer Netherlands.
Harvey, L. (2003). Editorial student feedback. Quality in higher education, 9(1): 3-10. 10.1081.135832082000085421.
Ho, H.F. (2015). Matching university graduates' competences with employers' needs in Taiwan. International Education Studies, 8(4): 122-133. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/ies.v8n4p122.
Hummel, B. (2024). What are the 4 C’s of 21st century skills? ICEV.
Korthagen, F., Loughran, J., & Russell, T. (2006). Developing fundamental principles for teacher education programs and practices. Teaching and teacher education, 22(8): 1020-1041.
Kupets, O. (2016). Education-job mismatch in Ukraine: Too many people with tertiary education or too many jobs for low-skilled?. Journal of comparative economics, 44(1), 125-147.
Mencias-Tabernilla, M.C.L. (2023). The story behind “London”(Loan Dito, Loan Doon): Exploring teachers’ expenditure patterns and debt profile. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2(2), 131-149.
Miranda, J.B., Lagadan, M.C., Arceo, R.B., Reyes, S.P., & Dominguez, J.B. (2022). Benguet State University Buguias Campus in 17 years (19982015): Graduate employability and student satisfaction. Mountain Journal of Science and Interdisciplinary Research. 82(1): 7-19. http://journals.bsu.edu.ph/index.php/BRJ/article/view/311/372.
Mezirow, J. (2000). Learning as Transformation: Critical Perspectives on a Theory in Progress. San Francisco: Jossey Bass.
Nataño, N. (2023). Perspectives on Curriculum Contextualization and Localization as Integral to Promoting Indigenous Knowledge. International Journal of Academic and Practical Research, 2(1): 67-76.
Okogbaa, V. (2016). Quality in higher education: The need for feedback from students. Journal of Education and Practice, 7(32): 139-143.
Parcasio, I.G., Dolendo, R.B., Montemayor, J.L.S., Daytec, R.B., & Pinos-an, J.Q. (2015). Tracer study on the graduates of bachelor of secondary education, College of Teacher Education, Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet. CTE Research Journal, (7), 69-70.
Ratri, D.P., Dewi, D.N., & Hapsari, Y. (2019). A study of alumni feedback on pedagogical curriculum evaluation. Erudio Journal of Educational Innovation, 6(1): 48-60. https://doi.org/10.18551/erudio.6-1.6
Rogayan, D.V. (2019). Retrospective evaluation of the science education program in a Philippine State University. Online Submission, 8(7): 352369.
Rotherham, A.J., & Willingham, D.T. (2010). 21st-century” skills. American educator, 17(1): 17-20.
Saunder-Smits, G.N., & De Graaff, E. (2012). Assessment of curriculum quality through alumni research. European Journal of Engineering Education, 37(2):133-142. https://doi.org/10.1080/03043797.2012.665847
Schomburg, H. (2003). Handbook for tracer studies. Centre for Research on Higher Education and Work, University of Kassel, Moenchebergstrasse, 17, 34109.
Shah, M., Grebennikov, L., & Nair, S. (2015). A decade of study on employer feedback on the quality of university graduates. Qual. Assur. in Educ., 23(3), 262-278. https://doi.org/10.1108/QAE-04-2014-0018
Shackman, G. (2017). What is Program Evaluation? A Beginners Guide (Presentation Slides). http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3060080
Sito, L.S., Alawas, D.E., Alvaro, M.N., & Parcasio, I.G. (2008). Tracer study on the bachelor of secondary education graduates of the college of teacher education Benguet State University. BSU Research Journal, (58-59), 31-42.
Sword, R. (2020). Effective Communication in the Classroom: Skills for Teachers. High-Speed Training.
The Glossary of Educational Reform. (2016). 21st century skills. Great Schools Partnership. https://www.edglossary.org/21st-century-skills/
Tulankar, S., & Grampurohit, B. (2020). Role of alumni as stakeholders in enhancing quality education. In Sustaining Quality: NAAC New Guidelines 2017 Conference, Bhandup, Mumbai.
Twum-Ampomah, M.K., & Danso, H. (2013). Alumni perceptions of their alma mater of a public university in Ghana. Journal of Education and Practice, 4(6), 33-41.
Volkwein, J. F. (2010). Assessing alumni outcomes. New Directions for Institutional Research, (S1), 125-139.
Williams, J., & Cappuccini–Ansfield, G. (2007). Fitness for purpose? National and institutional approaches to publicizing the student voice. Quality in Higher Education, 13(2): 159-172. https://doi.org/10.1080/13538320701629186