This research examined the effectiveness of the Rizal Technological University Review Center in preparing students for the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT). It focused on teacher skills, the quality of learning materials, and how the curriculum meets Commission on Higher Education (CHED) guidelines. A mixed-methods approach was used. Researchers collected quantitative data from six hundred fifteen (615) respondents, including instructors, students, administrators, and experts, through questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, such as weighted means and percentages, were used to measure perceptions of the curriculum and review materials. They gathered qualitative data through interviews and focus groups to assess the center's operations, including finances and management, participated by thirty (30) respondents, including board-takers, graduating students, instructors, and administrators, and employed a content analysis method based on document analysis data consisting of curriculum guides, teaching materials, and institutional reports. The findings revealed that, although the curriculum meets CHED standards, it could be enhanced with modern teaching methods to address better diverse learning needs. Instructor skills and the quality of study materials are crucial for success, highlighting the need for ongoing professional development. The study also identified gaps in support services and the need for facility upgrades. Additionally, the RTU review center model can be applied to other programs, providing a plan to enhance licensure exam preparation and improve education quality in the Philippines. This research supports efforts to strengthen review programs and teacher education.

Authors:
Jennis Articona, Rizal Technological University, Philippines
Lester Abaratigue, Rizal Technological University, Philippines
Samuel Balbin, Rizal Technological University, Philippines

About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Jennis N. Articona is currently an Associate Professor II and a faculty member of the Computer Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, Rizal Technological University, located in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, since 2015. She is a researcher and community advocate whose current research projects explore the social sciences, innovative teaching methodologies, leadership and policy in higher education, and development of educational tools. She is actively involved in several research projects as both lead author and co-author. Outside academia, Dr. Articona contributes to community initiatives that promote inclusive education and support capacity building through hands-on engagement and outreach. In addition to her research and extension work, she actively advises undergraduate students in their thesis projects, guiding them through the research process, and an active member of the Research Ethics Committee where she contributes to the ethical review of scholarly proposals and promotes integrity in academic research.

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