How to Prepare for the LEPT on March 17, 2024
Are you an aspiring elementary or secondary teacher in the Philippines? If so, you might be interested in taking the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) on March 17, 2024. The LEPT is a national examination administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the Board for Professional Teachers (BPT) to assess the competency and quality of education graduates who want to enter the teaching profession. Passing the LEPT is one of the requirements for obtaining a professional license and certificate of registration as a teacher.
In this blog post, we will give you some tips and information on how to prepare for the LEPT, including the program of the examination, the coverage of the subjects, the passing rate, and the registration process.
Program of the Examination
The LEPT is divided into two levels: elementary and secondary. Depending on your level, you will have to take different subjects and allot different time for each subject. Here is the program of the examination for both levels:
For Elementary Teacher Examinees Only
| TIME | SUBJECT | WEIGHT |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. | GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS/FILLING OUT OF FORMS | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | GENERAL EDUCATION | 40% |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION | 60% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
For Secondary Teacher Examinees Only
| TIME | SUBJECT | WEIGHT |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. | GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS/FILLING OUT OF FORMS | |
| 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | GENERAL EDUCATION | 20% |
| 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION | 40% |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | SPECIALIZATION | 40% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
As you can see, the examination will last for about 9 hours for elementary teacher examinees and 11.5 hours for secondary teacher examinees. You will have a one-hour break between each subject. You will also have to follow the general instructions and fill out the forms before the examination starts.
Coverage of the Subjects
The subjects that you will take in the LEPT are based on the curriculum of the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) and the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) programs. The general education subjects cover the basic knowledge and skills that every teacher should have, such as English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. The professional education subjects cover the pedagogical and ethical aspects of teaching, such as Foundations of Education, Principles of Teaching, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, Assessment of Student Learning, Developmental Reading, and Field Study and Practice Teaching. The specialization subjects cover the specific areas of expertise that you want to teach in the secondary level, such as English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Values Education, MAPEH, Agriculture and Fishery Arts, Technology and Livelihood Education, and others.
To give you an idea of what to expect in the examination, here are some sample questions from the previous LEPTs:
General Education
- Which of the following is the correct way to write the date March 17, 2024 in Filipino?
- A) Marso 17, 2024
- B) Ika-17 ng Marso, 2024
- C) Marso ika-17, 2024
- D) Ika-labimpitong Marso, 2024
- Answer: B
- What is the value of x, if 3x−5=10?
- A) x=3
- B) x=4
- C) x=5
- D) x=6
- Answer: C
- Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?
- A) Coal
- B) Oil
- C) Wind
- D) Nuclear
- Answer: C
- Which of the following is the capital city of Thailand?
- A) Bangkok
- B) Beijing
- C) Jakarta
- D) Kuala Lumpur
- Answer: A
Professional Education
- Which of the following is the best definition of education according to John Dewey?
- A) Education is the transmission of culture and values from one generation to another.
- B) Education is the process of socialization and enculturation of individuals.
- C) Education is the development of all those capacities in the individual which will enable him to control his environment and fulfill his possibilities.
- D) Education is the preparation of the individual for the future society.
- Answer: C
- Which of the following is the most appropriate method of teaching in a large class?
- A) Lecture
- B) Discussion
- C) Cooperative learning
- D) Inquiry
- Answer: A
- Which of the following is an example of a formative assessment?
- A) A quiz at the end of the lesson
- B) A portfolio at the end of the semester
- C) A feedback during the lesson
- D) A standardized test at the end of the year
- Answer: C
- Which of the following is a principle of developmental reading?
- A) Reading is a passive skill that involves decoding symbols.
- B) Reading is a linear process that follows a fixed sequence of stages.
- C) Reading is a dynamic skill that involves interaction between the reader and the text.
- D) Reading is an isolated skill that can be taught separately from other language skills.
- Answer: C
Specialization
- Which of the following is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words “like” or “as”?
- A) Simile
- B) Metaphor
- C) Personification
- D) Hyperbole
- Answer: A
- Which of the following is the correct way to write the ordinal number 17 in Filipino?
- A) Ika-labimpito
- B) Pang-labimpito
- C) Pampito-labin
- D) Pangpito-labin
- Answer: A
- Which of the following is the correct formula for the area of a circle?
- A) A=πr2
- B) A=2πr
- C) A=πd
- D) A=21πr2
- Answer: A
- Which of the following is the correct name of the compound NaCl?
- A) Sodium chloride
- B) Sodium chlorate
- C) Sodium chlorite
- D) Sodium chloride
- Answer: A
These are just some examples of the questions that you might encounter in the LEPT. To prepare for the examination, you should review the topics and concepts that you learned in your education program. You can also use review materials, such as books, modules, online courses, and mock tests, to refresh your knowledge and practice your skills. You can find some of these resources on the PRC website or on other reputable websites.
Passing Rate
The passing rate of the LEPT varies from year to year, depending on the number and performance of the examinees. Generally, the passing rate is around 40% to 50% for both levels. To pass the examination, you need to obtain a general average rating of not less than 75% and no rating lower than 50% in any subject.
Here are the passing rates of the previous LEPTs:
| YEAR | LEVEL | PASSING RATE |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Elementary | 54.43% |
| 2022 | Secondary | 50.94% |
| 2021 | Elementary | 45.72% |
| 2021 | Secondary | 39.68% |
| 2020 | Elementary | 27.28% |
| 2020 | Secondary | 31.34% |
As you can see, the passing rate of the LEPT is not very high, which means that the examination is not easy. You need to study hard and prepare well to pass the examination and become a licensed teacher.
Registration Process
To take the LEPT, you need to register online through the PRC Online Services. You need to create an account and fill out the application form. You also need to upload a passport-sized photo and pay the examination fee of 900 pesos. You can pay the fee through various channels, such as banks, payment centers, or online platforms. You will receive a confirmation email and a notice of admission (NOA) after completing the registration process.