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Tracer Study Exploration for Bachelor of Elementary Education: Basis for Curriculum Enhancement

Volume: 165  ,  Issue: 1 , January    Published Date: 31 January 2025
Publisher Name: IJRP
Views: 86  ,  Download: 84 , Pages: 206 - 220    
DOI: 10.47119/IJRP1001651120257513

Authors

# Author Name
1 Ma. Angela V. Oriel

Abstract

A tracer study, also known as a graduate survey or alumni tracking study, is a research method employed to follow up with graduates of educational institutions to gather information about their career progression, employment status, and the relevance of their educational background to their current professional roles. In line with this, the researcher aims to know the whereabouts and current employment status of BEED graduates. This study utilized a descriptive method of research.  The researcher used a purposive sampling technique to get the respondents which consist of seventy-two (72) BEED graduates of Laguna State Polytechnic University Santa Cruz Campus from the Academic Year 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023. The researcher used CHED Graduate Tracer Study (GTS) as the main instrument in the form of a checklist as a data-gathering tool in this study. Frequency, Percentage, and Pearson Correlation were used as statistical tools. In view of the salient findings in this study, it is concluded that there is a significant relationship between the Status of the general information of BEED Graduates and the Status of Employment Data. It is thus recommended for the alumni office to establish a systematic tracking and monitoring system to collect accurate and up-to-date data on graduates general information and employment outcomes. Moreover, the alumni office should strengthen its collaboration with employers to bridge the gap between graduate skills and labor market demands, ensuring that graduates are better prepared for the workforce. Meanwhile, for the institution, it is vital to assess and revise the curriculum regularly to ensure that it aligns with industry standards and the evolving needs of employers. Strengthening career support services, such as job placement programs, career counseling, and industry partnerships, can also play a crucial role in improving graduates employment outcomes. Furthermore, the institution should gather feedback from alumni and employers to identify areas for improvement in the educational programs, which may help address the gaps revealed in the findings. While, for future researchers, it is recommended to expand the scope of investigation by including additional factors to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between graduates general information and employment outcomes.

Keywords

  • BEEd Graduates
  • Curriculum Enhancement
  • Bachelor of Elementary Education
  • Tracer Study