Level of Preparedness in Taking Higher Education of the Grade 12Studentsin Cabarroguis National School of Artsand Trades

Authors

  • Harline Mae C. Tacata

Keywords:

Higher Education, Truly and Fully Prepared, Likely to Succeed, Appreciation

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Higher education is an opportunity to improve one's life and plays a fundamental role in improving the socio-economic status of individuals, their families, and the community. (Valentine et al., 2009) Being college-ready means that a high school graduate possesses both the mindset and a combination of skills and knowledge to fully engage in and college-level courses to pursue. (Tran et al., 2015) Nothing prepares students for college-level studies more thoroughly than a vigorous high-quality high school education.

Yes, the educators have set a goal that all graduate students from high school should be fully prepared in taking higher education. In today's demanding academic environment, educators face a challenging with students from diverse ethnic, financial, and academic backgrounds. Many say that when you are stepping into Senior High School, you should know what strand you are taking. On the other hand, you must be fully divided so that in college you will get a course that you want to be someday. (http://professionalscollegeboard.org)

 

METHODS

The researchers used the descriptive method, which included giving of survey questionnaires and conducting interviews. It was used to describe the level of preparedness of the Grade 12 students in Cabarroguis National School of Arts and Trades in taking Higher Education.

 

RESULTS

The students are prepared in taking higher education financially, emotionally, and mentally. The Grade 12 students possessed a high chance of enrolling in their chosen courses. There is no significant difference in the level of preparedness in taking higher education of the Grade 12 students when they are grouped according to track. Therefore, their track, whether under GAS or TVL, does not determine their level of preparedness.

 

DISCUSSIONS

The result showed that the students should be more productive in school to be fully prepared in taking higher education. The student should always set their mind that taking higher education is not that easy. The parents have to support, guide and give their children encouragement to study well. The teachers have to improve their teaching strategies for their student to be well-prepared in taking higher education. The Administrators, the Principal, Assistant Principal, and Head Teachers need to conduct educational seminars/career guidance.:

Published

2019-01-18