English Proficiency, Performance and Training Needs of Secondary English Teachers in Goa District, Camarines Sur, Philippines


Authors : Cristopher B. Narvato

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/ 10.5281/zenodo. 14557503

Abstract : This study examined the English proficiency, training needs, and teaching performance of secondary English teachers in Goa District, Goa, Camarines Sur for the academic year 2018-2019. It assessed teachers' English proficiency, identified their training needs (particularly in language skills, teaching strategies, and instructional materials), evaluated their teaching performance, and explored the relationship between proficiency and teaching effectiveness. The study used descriptive, evaluative, and correlational methods, with data gathered through questionnaires, interviews, and documentary analysis, involving 27 teachers. Key findings included a proficiency level of "competent user" (band score 6.22), with listening skills identified as the weakest area. Teachers expressed a need for training in organizing information, teaching methods, and developing suitable reading materials. Performance ratings indicated strong subject knowledge and teaching strategies, but room for improvement in classroom management. A significant relationship between English proficiency and teaching performance was found, suggesting higher proficiency leads to better teaching outcomes. The study recommends training focused on listening, reading skills, teaching strategies, and material development. It also advocates for ongoing professional development, including graduate studies and research on communicative competence. Additionally, it supports using English proficiency tests as part of teacher hiring criteria, in line with DepEd's policies on teacher qualifications.

Keywords : Proficiency, Training Needs, Teaching Performance.

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This study examined the English proficiency, training needs, and teaching performance of secondary English teachers in Goa District, Goa, Camarines Sur for the academic year 2018-2019. It assessed teachers' English proficiency, identified their training needs (particularly in language skills, teaching strategies, and instructional materials), evaluated their teaching performance, and explored the relationship between proficiency and teaching effectiveness. The study used descriptive, evaluative, and correlational methods, with data gathered through questionnaires, interviews, and documentary analysis, involving 27 teachers. Key findings included a proficiency level of "competent user" (band score 6.22), with listening skills identified as the weakest area. Teachers expressed a need for training in organizing information, teaching methods, and developing suitable reading materials. Performance ratings indicated strong subject knowledge and teaching strategies, but room for improvement in classroom management. A significant relationship between English proficiency and teaching performance was found, suggesting higher proficiency leads to better teaching outcomes. The study recommends training focused on listening, reading skills, teaching strategies, and material development. It also advocates for ongoing professional development, including graduate studies and research on communicative competence. Additionally, it supports using English proficiency tests as part of teacher hiring criteria, in line with DepEd's policies on teacher qualifications.

Keywords : Proficiency, Training Needs, Teaching Performance.

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