Advancing Teacher Preparation Programs: 
A Comparative Analysis of TEI’s in Quezon Province

https://doie.org/10.71097/Dinsulan.2025904151

FLORIAN ENCENAREZ MANZANILLA
 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7510-3456
froimanzanilla@gmail.com
Dalubhasaan ng Lungsod ng Lucena
Old Manila South Road, Brgy. Isabang
Lucena City, Philippines

ABSTRACT

This comprehensive study examined the effectiveness of five Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs) in Quezon Province, analyzing the performance and preparation of their graduates across multiple dimensions. Based on a mixed-methods research design with a sample of 50 graduates (10 from each of the five TEIs), the study revealed significant variations in graduate outcomes. Quantitative analyses demonstrated stark differences in key performance metrics. TEI D emerged as the top-performing institution, with graduates achieving the highest licensure exam pass rate (95%), highest 1-year retention rate (92%), and highest overall teaching competency ratings (averaging 4.5 out of 5). In contrast, TEI C showed the lowest performance, with a 79% licensure exam pass rate, 71% 1-year retention rate, and average competency ratings of 3.4. Statistically significant differences were found across multiple domains, including content knowledge (F = 4.400, p = 0.010), classroom management (F = 4.400, p = 0.010), and technology integration (F = 4.400, p = 0.010). Notably, a strong positive correlation emerged between program quality and graduate retention rates, particularly at 3-year (r = 0.94, p = 0.017) and 5-year (r = 0.94, p = 0.017) intervals. The findings suggest critical implications for teacher education reform. Institutions with comprehensive clinical experiences, culturally responsive coursework, and longer mentorship programs demonstrated superior graduate preparedness and long-term retention. The study highlights the urgent need for systematic improvements in teacher preparation programs, particularly in lower-performing TEIs, to ensure high-quality teaching workforce development and address potential educational inequities in the province. (244 words)

Keywords: Teacher Education Institution, TEIs, Quezon Province, Teacher Preparation

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