Isabela State University

Cabagan Campus
College of Education

EMPLOYABILITY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADUATES IN ISABELA

STATE UNIVERSITY- CABAGAN CAMPUS BATCH 2019-2022:
A TRACER STUDY.

MACATUGGAL, RICHARD G.
CANCERAN, MA. ANGELICA Q.
GONZALES, ALTHEA L.
TOTTO, NICOLE L.

BARIT, MARICAR L.
GAMMAD, JAZMINE
MACAPIA, KEVIN B.
SORIANO, MAYCA
 CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Physical education is an important component of the holistic development of

learners. It promotes physical fitness, health awareness, sportsmanship, and lifelong

learning. Graduates of Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) are expected to have

the knowledge, skills, and values to teach physical education in various settings, such

as schools, colleges, universities, sports clubs, and community centers. They are also

expected to have the competencies to pursue further studies or careers in related

fields, such as sports management, coaching, fitness training, and recreation.

However, the employability of BPEd graduates is influenced by various

factors, such as the demand and supply of physical education teachers, the quality and

relevance of the BPEd curriculum, the accreditation and recognition of the BPEd

program, the professional development and career guidance of the BPEd graduates,

and the personal characteristics and preferences of the BPEd graduates. These factors

may affect the employment status, income level, job satisfaction, and career

advancement of the BPEd graduates.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

The study will address the following research questions:

1. What are the demographic profiles of the BPEd graduates in terms of:

1.1 Age

1.2 Sex

1.3 Civil Status; and

1.4 Year Graduated

2. What are the employment status and characteristics of the BPEd graduates in

terms of:

2.1 Types of Employer

2.2 Position

2.3 Salary; and

2.4 Length of Service

3. How do the BPEd graduates perceive the relevance and adequacy of the BPEd

program in relation to their current jobs?

4. What are the professional development activities and achievements of the BPEd

graduates in terms of;

4.1 Further Studies

4.2 Trainings

4.3 Seminars

4.3 Publications; and

4.4 Awards

5. What intervention can be recommended for the improvement of the BPEd

program?

The results of this study will provide valuable feedback and insights for the

BPEd program of Isabela State University to enhance its curriculum, instruction, and

services. The study will also benefit the BPEd graduates, the employers, the

prospective students, and the policy makers in the field of physical education.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

This study “Employability of Physical Education Graduates in Isabela State

University - Cabagan Campus Batch 2019-2022: A Tracer Study” will have a

potential positive impact in an individual’s career in particular to the School

Administrators, Teachers, Students, Parents, Curriculum Developer and Researchers.

School Administrators. This study will benefit the school administrators by helping

them to assess the strength and weaknesses of the Bachelor of Physical Education

Curriculum and identify the areas that will need an improvement or enhancement. It

can also help them monitor the graduate’s performance and satisfaction in this

respective fields and sectors, and determine the extent of their contribution to the

society and economy. It plays critical role in aligning the curriculum with the current

and future needs and demands for the labor market, and will ensure that the graduates

are equipped with the relevant skills and competencies.

Teachers. This study can be used as a basis of BPEd teachers if they need to improve

the curriculum, increasing the quality of teaching , as well as adjusting and improving

the learning system of the school. However, it can help the teacher determine the

strategy of teaching that they used is effective for the students.

Students. This study can help students make informed decisions about their education

and career paths, as well as identify the areas why need to improve their skills or gain

additional experience to increase their chances of success in the job market.

Additionally, the finding of this tracer study can provide feedback and

recommendations for the improvement of BPEd curriculum, which can benefit the

future students by ensuring that they recieve a high-qualiy education that prepares

them for the demands of the industry.

Parents. With the help of this study , parents will be better equipped to support and

guide their children’s academic and professional goals. In addition, the goal is to draw

attention to the parental perspective, which is frequently ignored. Additionally, it

promotes increased collaboration between students and educational institutions

Researchers. As researcher examining the employability of graduates provides

insights into the effectiveness of the Physical Education program. This information

helps to identify areas where the Physical Education program can be enhanced to be

better align with the demands of the job market, ensuring graduates are well-prepared

for their future careers.

Curriculum Developer. Research plays a critical role in informing the development

of the curriculum, as it provides evidence-based insights into effective teaching

practices and helps educators and policy makers make informed decisions about what

content to include in the curriculum. Tracer study can help the curriculum developers

to identify the implications and recommendations for improvement of the tertiary

education curriculum of the university and also in crafting a curriculum for

development to meet local and global demands for a highly skilled labor force.

SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS

Scope:This study aims to examine the employability of the graduates of Bachelor of

Physical Education (BPEd) in the philippines. The study will cover BPEd graduates

of College, Cabagan Campus who completed their degree during the academic year

2019-2022. The study will administer a descriptive research design, collecting

quantitative data from questionnaires that will be incorporated.

 CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

REVIEW RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

Employability of graduates is a gauge of the quality of an academic

institution. Additionally, graduates are the result of national support programs

carried out by colleges. The statistics indicates that women make up the majority

of graduates. Additionally, despite the fact that most graduates with a bachelor's

degree in physical education are "slightly satisfied" with the knowledge and

abilities they have acquired, they are employed in a variety of fields throughout

society. Research indicates that the main cause of unemployment among

unemployed individuals was to continue their education. The findings demonstrate

the need for an organized network for career guidance in order for students to

pursue chosen disciplines. The Bachelor of Physical Education courses can also be

updated to guarantee that participants possess the required knowledge and

abilities. (Berja, Emily J., 2021).

The literature review underscores the pivotal roles of both individual and

organizational factors in the professional development of teachers. It underscores

the significance of teacher collaboration and how certain educators can assume

leadership roles in facilitating learning activities. Furthermore, it highlights the

importance of fostering a positive school culture, characterized by a supportive

environment and an awareness of teachers' learning requirements,in addition to

engaging in partnerships with external experts, all of which positively influence

teachers' professional growth. The review concludes by suggesting that the school
environment provides the best opportunity for teachers to further develop their

skills and knowledge. (May Britt Postholm, December 2012).

Ultimately, the review suggests that the school setting offers optimal opportunities

for teachers to further cultivate their expertise and competencies. A tracer study is

described as an assessment tool in the ILO Thesaurus 2005 where the impact on

target groups is traced back to specific elements of a project or program so that

effective and ineffective project components may be defined. Additionally,

graduate survey results are an important source of information for analysis of the

relationship between higher education and work, according to Millington (2001),

as they provide quantitative structural data on employment and career, the

character of work and related competencies, and information on the professional

orientation, and experiences of their graduates. Lastly, the data gathered is a

significant indicator of the caliber of higher education.

The analysis revealed that the Bachelor of Physical Education curriculum offered

by these Higher Education Institutions gave students a comprehensive and clear

insight into Physical Education. It was also discovered that by closely examining

the commonalities and differences in their curriculum offerings, we could identify

the best practices. These findings could then be used to create an improved

curriculum for a Bachelor of Physical Education for Teachers. (Ferdie Lubis,

January 2019). Therefore, this analysis highlights the importance of continuously

evaluating and refining curricula in order to provide students with the best

possible preparation for their careers as Physical Education teachers. By

implementing these findings, educational institutions can create a curriculum that

 fosters the development of highly competent and knowledgeable Physical

Education teachers, ultimately benefiting the field of Physical Education as a

whole.

CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK

This study utilized the input-process-output framework. The input includ the

demographic profile of the respondents such as: age, sex, civil status,and year

graduated. Factors influencing employment were the processes which include

educational background, educational background, trainings attended, skills talents.

The output was their employment status on the nature of their work.

INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT

Data Gathering
Profile Interpret and Analyze
- Age
- Sex - Intervention
- Civil Status
- Year Graduated

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Alumni. It refers to the people who graduates in Bachelor of Physical Education

batch 2019-2022.

Employability. It refers to the career status of the Bachelor of Physical Education

alumnis. It also refers to the current job that they are working in.
Professional Development. It refers to the improvement of skills and behavior of the

Bachelor of Physical Education graduates in their chosen field.

Tracer Study. It refers to the process of tracing the whereabouts of the alumnis from

batch 2019-2022 of Bachelor of Physical Education program. Collecting data about

their demographic profile, employment status, and professional development

activities. To identify the implications and recommendations for improvement of the

BPEd curriculum.

CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

RESEARCH DESIGN

The study utilizes descriptive- survey which will incorporated the use of

modified questionnaire as the primary instrument to gather the necessary data and

information from the 2019-2022 graduates of Bachelor Physical Education of Isabela

State University Cabagan Campus, Cabagan Isabela.

The data that will be collected is used to identify, describe, analyze, and

interpret the findings of the study of the curriculum.

RESPONDENTS OF THE STUDY

The respondents of this study will be the graduates of Bachelor in Physical

Education Program of the Isabela State University Cabagan, Isabela who completed

their degree from the school year 2019-2022. A stratified sampling method and some

questionnaires will be directly given to the respondents and some questionnaires will

be disseminated through the students who have connections or related to the

graduates.
DATA GATHERING PROCEDURES

The researchers will give survey questionnaires to the respondents and will be

distributed personally and through the students who have connections or related to the

graduates. The data collected will be sorted, encoded, and analyzed using the social

sciences statistical package (SPSS program). Results will be presented in graphs and

tables.

REFERRENCES

https://CHED-Graduate-Tracer-study