Teachers Board Exam (Secondary Level) 2013
The Teachers Board Exam, also known as the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), is a board exam facilitated by the Board of Professional Teachers under the Professional Regulatory Commission to assess the competency of Bachelor of Secondary Education and Bachelor of Elementary Education graduates.
As per R.A. 1080, individuals who passed the board exam need not take the civil service exams to be eligible for the following positions:
- High School Teacher
- Grade School Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Preschool Teacher
Review Courses for Teachers Board Exam (Secondary Level)
There are review courses that you can take to prepare for the board exam. The content of these review courses may vary depending on the review centers, but they’re mostly based on the examination scope released by the Professional Regulatory Commission which includes:
General Education (20 %)
English
- Study and Thinking Skills
- Writing in the Discipline
- Speech and Oral Communication,
- Philippine Literature
- Master Works of the World
Filipino
- Komunikasyon sa Akademikong Filipino
- Pagbasa at Pagsulat tungo sa Pananaliksik
- Masining na Pagpapahayag
Mathematics
- Fundamentals of Math
- Plane Geometry
- Elementary Algebra
- Statistics and Probability
Science
- Biological Science
- General Biology
- Physical Science with Earth Science
Social Sciences
- Philippine Government New Constitution with Human Rights
- Philippine History
- Basic Economics, Taxation, Agrarian Reform
- Society, Culture with Family Planning
- Rizal and Other Heroes
- Philosophyof Man
- Arts
- General Psychology
- Information and Communication Technology
Professional Education 40%
- Teaching Profession
- Social Dimensions of Education
- Principlesof Teaching
- Educational Technology
- Curriculum Development
- Facilitating Learning
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Assessmentof Student Learning
- Developmental Reading
- FieldStudy
- Practice Teaching
Specialization (40 %)
English
- Remedial Instruction in English
- English for Specific Purposes
- Theoretical Foundations of Language and Literature
- Introduction to Linguistics
- Structure of English
- Introduction of Stylistics; Literary Criticism
- Literature
- Mythology and Folklore
- Afro-Asian Literature
- English and American Literature
- Methodology
- The Teaching of Speaking
- Listening and Reading
- Teaching of Literature
- Preparation and Evaluation of Instructional Materials
- Language and Literature Assessment
- Language Research; Campus Journalism
- Translation and Editing of Text
- Speech and Stage Arts
- Creative Writing
Filipino
- Mga Batayang Teoretikal
- Introduksyon sa Pag-aaral ng Wika
- Panimulang Linggwistika
- Nilalaman
- Wika
- Panitikan
- Metodolohiya
- Pagtataya at Ebalwasyon
- Kagamitang Pangturo
Biological Sciences
- Biological Science I
- Biological Science II
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Ecology
- Organic Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Genetic and Evolution
- Biochemistry
- Anatomy
- Physiology
Physical Sciences
- Introduction
- Nature of Science
- Chemistry
- Atomic and Molecular
- Chemical Bonds
- Conservation of Matter and Stoichichiometry
- Gases, Liquids and Solids, Acids and Bases
- Solutions
- Chemical Thermodynamics
- Chemical Kinetics and Equilibrium
- Organic and Biochemistry
- Nuclear Processes
- Physics
- Physical Quantities and Vectors
- Mechanics
- Electricity
- Magnetism, and electronics
- Thermodynamics
- Modern Physics
- Light and Geometrics Optics
- Earth and Space
- Astronomy
- Environment
Mathematics
- Arithmetic & Number Theory and Business Math
- Basic & Advanced Algebra
- Plane and Solid Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Probability and Statistics
- Analytical Geometry
- Calculus
- Modern Geometry
- Linear and Abstract Algebra
- History of Mathematics
- Problem Solving
- Mathematical Investigation, Instrumentation and Assessment
Social Studies/Social Sciences
- Trends and Issues in Social Studies
- Research
- Geography
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Politics/Governance/Law-Related
- History
- World History and Civilization I;
- World History and Civilization II
- Asian Studies
- Economics
- Micro-Macro Economics
- Economic Planning and Strategies
- Methods
- Teaching Approaches in Secondary Social Studies
- Productions of Instructional Materials for Social Studies
- Building Bridges Across Social science Discipline ( MAKABAYAN
- as a core learning area in Basic Education)
- Assessment
- Assessment and Evaluation in the Social Sciences/Social Studies
Values Education
- Foundation of Values Education
- Philosophical and Ethical Foundations of Values Education
- Socio-Cultural, Anthropological & Legal Bases of Values Education
- Psychological Theories of Values Development
- Personhood Development
- Personhood Development
- Dynamics of Intra and Interpersonal Relations
- Psycho-Spiritual Development
- Management of Behavior Problems
- Transformative Education (Sources of Values and Factors in Values Education)
- Family Life and Filipino Values System
- Education for Human Rights and Responsible Citizenship
- Foundations of Gender Studies
- Peace and Global Education
- Information Technology and Human Development
- Moral Issues and Concerns in Contemporary Living
- Work Ethics and Community Service: Commitment to Social Responsibility and Accountability
- Career Development and Work Values
- Values Education through Community Service
- Approaches and Methodologies
- Facilitation: Theory and Practice
- Teaching Approaches and Strategies in Transformative Education;
- Values Integration in the School Setting
- Research and Evaluation
- Behavioral Statistics
- Development of Values Education Instruction Materials and Assessment Tools
- Research in Values Education
MAPEH
- Foundations of MAPEH
- Methods and Strategies of Teaching MAPEH
- Coaching and Officiating of Sports Events
- Dance Competitions and Music Activities
- Organization and Management Research
- Special Education in MAPEH
- Physical Education
- Anatomical, Mechanical and Physiological Bases of Movement
- Gymnastics
- Philippine Folkdance
- Team Sports
- Aquatics
- International Folk Dance and Other Dance Forms
- Athletics
- Individual, Dual, and Combative Sports
- Health Education
- Personal Community
- Environmental Health
- Safety Education and First Aid
- Health Practicum
- Music
- Philippine and Asian Music
- Solfeggio and Applied Piano
- Integrated Music Theory
- Music Literature
- Choral Works and Conducting and Rondalla Playing Instrumentation
- Art Education
Agriculture and Fishery Arts
- Functional Application of Knowledge
- Breeds of Farm Animals and Fish
- Pests and Diseases Affecting Animals and Fish Propagation
- Marketing Strategies in the Industry/Entrepreneurship
- Proper Care and Management of Agricultural and Fishery Products
Technology and Livelihood Education
- Basic Drafting
- Business Math
- Basic Electricity
- Basic Plumbing
- Cosmetology
- Foods
- Carpentry and Masonry
- Basic Electronics
- Entrepreneurship
TAKING THE EXAM
Licensure exams for Bachelor of Secondary Education and Bachelor of Elementary Education graduates are held twice a year, usually around the months of March and September. Below are the dates and testing centers for the 2013 Teachers Board Exam (Secondary Level):
DATE | DAY/s PLACE | DEADLINE OF FILING |
---|---|---|
March 10, 2013 | Sun / Manila, All Regional Offices Zamboanga & Hongkong |
Repeaters: Jan. 4, 2013 First timers: Jan. 11, 2013 |
September 29, 2013 | Sun / Manila, All Regional Offices Zamboanga |
Repeaters: June 7, 2013 First timers: June 28, 2013 |
NATIONAL PASSING RATE
The table below shows the number of board passers in the Licensure Exam for Teachers in the last 3 years:
EXAM | EXAM TAKERS | BOARD PASSERS | PASSING RATE |
---|---|---|---|
September 2012 | 47,892 | 20,834 | 43.50% |
March 2012 | 7,149 | 28,764 | 24.85% |
September 2011 | 41,729 | 13,125 | 31.45% |
April 2011 | 29,267 | 7,690 | 26.28% |
September 2010 | 36,714 | 9,493 | 25.86% |
April 2010 | 27,802 | 6,483 | 23.32% |