Pardo, Corazon Gelacio

Abstract:Calculus has been crucial to developing many scientific advancements, particularly in physics and engineering. This quantitative-qualitative study analyzed the difficulties in Basic Calculus of the Grade 12 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics students in Senior High School. The instrument used consisted of Multiple Choice and problem-solving questions. The study used frequency, percentages, and mean to analyze the data. Results revealed that the SHS students have satisfactory performance in Basic Calculus. Students have difficulty solving Basic Calculus problems, specifically in the general integral of functions. Some of the difficulties experienced by the students were on lack of knowledge of the concepts, poor application, complicated formulas and processes, and confusion in understanding mathematical problems. The study recommends that qualitative analysis of the errors committed by students in Basic Calculus should be conducted.

Keywords:performance, mathematics, problem-solving, learning, education

Abstract:The quality of education is measured by the employment and establishment of sustainable career paths for graduates. Tracer studies allow higher education institutions to generate integrated data on their graduates' employment while also reflecting the quality of education they provide. This study traced the employment profile of the 2018 Teacher Education graduates at a University in North Luzon, Philippines. It also analyzed the graduates' suggestions about the curriculum and selected employers' feedback. The study utilized the descriptive-survey method of research, questionnaire, and interviews. Results showed that most respondents are 21 years old, female-dominated, single, and passed the licensure examination for teachers and the Civil Service Professional Examination. More than half of the employed respondents landed their first teaching job within six months after graduation in private schools, handling course-related subjects as contractual/provisional and receiving low salaries. Self-employed and unemployed graduates are waiting for job opportunities to exercise their careers in public schools. English communication, professional and significant subjects closely related to effective teaching and learning are essential to them after graduation. Provision for better facilities and equipment, curriculum emphasizing the development of 21st-century skills, exposure to lesson plans and school forms preparation, and presence of specialized teachers to handle major subjects are recommendations to improve the curriculum. Similarly, employers suggested better classroom management, reporting, and personal and professional skills development for the graduates

Keywords:Employment, career opportunities, quality of education