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Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers, Secondary, major in English

LET Secondary English Syllabus 2025 · BOPT Resolution No. 11, s. 2025, amending Resolution No. 11, s. 2022

The enhanced tables of specifications, used since the March 2023 LET and amended in 2025 (signed March 20, 2025, in effect from its publication). The Secondary examination is General Education, Professional Education and the major. The annex gives one Professional Education table, marked Elementary; it is used here for Secondary too.

Items: General Education 150, Professional Education 150, English 150.

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Subjects and syllabus contents

141 parts across 3 subjects

  • GE General Education

    Weight 150

    Under 20 learners
    Syllabus parts (10)
    • GE.1 Purposive Communication in English 15
      • GE.1.1 Use the English language with ease in effective communication.
      • GE.1.2 Use the English language confidently for special purposes
    • GE.2 Malayuning Komunikasyon sa Wikang Filipino 15
      • GE.2.1 Nagagamit ang wikang Filipino sa larangang akademiko
      • GE.2.2 Nagagamit ang wikang Filipino sa iba’t-ibang uri ng sulatin
    • GE.3 Readings in Philippine History and Society 15
      • GE.3.1 Demonstrate understanding of the significant periods in Philippine history
      • GE.3.2 Relate the significant periods of Philippine history with the transformation of society
    • GE.4 The Life and Works of Rizal 15
      • GE.4.1 Manifest the ability to analyze how the thoughts, works and valor of Rizal influenced the nation
      • GE.4.2 Show how Rizal’s feats of valor influenced the other Philippine heroes
    • GE.5 The Contemporary World 15
      • GE.5.1 Illustrate ways of relating global issues and concerns with local and global realities
      • GE.5.2 Identify ways by which the Philippines may participate in efforts to mitigate global problems
    • GE.6 Art Appreciation 15
      • GE.6.1 Demonstrate the ability to interpret artistic creations as expressions of the finer things in life
      • GE.6.2 Manifest informed appreciation of various forms of art
    • GE.7 Science and Technology 15
      • GE.7.1 Use scientific knowledge to explain natural phenomena and protect Earth's resources
      • GE.7.2 Utilize understanding of science to illustrate how technology has become beneficial to Mankind.
    • GE.8 Mathematics 15
      • GE.8.1 Exhibit competence in Mathematical concepts and procedures
      • GE.8.2 Relate Mathematics with the real and the concrete through problems that occur in daily life
    • GE.9 Ethics 15
      • GE.9.1 Demonstrate understanding of what is good for individuals and society
      • GE.9.2 Utilize logical inferential skills in resolving moral dilemmas.
    • GE.10 Understanding the Self 15
      • GE.10.1 Show familiarity with the factors and forces that affect the development of self-identity
      • GE.10.2 Demonstrate the commitment to accomplish self-understanding as the means to a successful teaching career
  • PE Professional Education

    Weight 150

    Under 20 learners
    Syllabus parts (5)
    • PE.1 Teaching Profession 23
      • PE.1.1 Foundations of the teaching-learning process
        • PE.1.1.1 Apply philosophical and sociological principles in teaching-learning situations.
        • PE.1.1.2 Apply foundation theories of special and inclusive education.
      • PE.1.2 The Professional Teacher
        • PE.1.2.1 Describe the professional teacher and the ways and means to ensure high standards of the teacher’s personal and professional life.
        • PE.1.2.2 Explain what teaching is and the various roles of a teacher in meeting challenges in the 21st century.
        • PE.1.2.3 Demonstrate understanding of the concepts of the teacher as a school culture catalyst, transformational leader and educational resources manager with responsibilities as specified in the Code of Ethics for
    • PE.2 The Teacher and the School Curriculum, Methods and Strategies of Teaching, Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning 45
      • PE.2.1 The Teacher and the School Curriculum
        • PE.2.1.1 Demonstrate research-based knowledge of the concepts, theories and principles in curriculum planning, design, development and evaluation.
      • PE.2.2 Methods and Strategies of Teaching
        • PE.2.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of teaching strategies that build and enhance new literacies inclusive of multi-cultural, social media, financial, cyber/digital, ecological, arts-and-creativity new literacies across the curriculum.
        • PE.2.2.2 Prepare developmentally sequenced lesson plans with well aligned learning outcomes and competencies based on K-to-12 spiral curriculum requirement.
        • PE.2.2.3 Utilize the concepts of new literacies in the 21st century (globalization and multi-cultural literacy, social literacy, media literacy, financial literacy, cyber literacy, digital literacy, eco literacy, arts and creativity literacy, interdisciplinary explorations and other teaching strategies) and shared cultural practices across learning areas.
      • PE.2.3 Educational Technology
        • PE.2.3.1 Employ teaching strategies, methods, instructional materials and technology, classroom management techniques appropriate to subject areas and inclusive of learners from indigenous groups.
        • PE.2.3.2 Demonstrate skills in developing and using a variety of conventional and non-conventional resources including Information and Communication Technology to address learning goals and needs of various learners.
    • PE.3 The Child and Adolescent Learners and Learning Principles 30
      • PE.3.1 Headstart for Toddlers, Child and Adolescent
        • PE.3.1.1 Apply pedagogical approaches to the student-centered teaching-and-learning process that is metacognitive, innovative, inclusive and developmentally appropriate for child and adolescent learners.
        • PE.3.1.2 Appraise learning environment that is responsive to learners from various family background, economic level groupings, and socio-cultural affiliation.
        • PE.3.1.3 Demonstrate understanding of differentiated teaching to suit the learner's gender, strengths, interests, experiences and needs.
        • PE.3.1.4 Draw implications of research findings related to child development along biological, cognitive linguistic, socio-cultural dimensions.
    • PE.4 Assessment of Learning 22
      • PE.4.1 Validating theoretical knowledge in the actual assessment of learning
        • PE.4.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of principles in constructing traditional, alternative/authentic forms of high quality assessment.
        • PE.4.1.2 Apply knowledge and skills in the development and use of assessment tools for formative and summative purposes.
        • PE.4.1.3 Apply rules in test construction and use of authentic assessment tools for product and process assessment.
        • PE.4.1.4 Demonstrate skills in interpreting assessment results to improve learning.
        • PE.4.1.5 Comprehend and apply basic concepts of statistics in educational assessment and evaluation.
        • PE.4.1.6 Demonstrate knowledge of providing timely, accurate and constructive feedback to learners and parents.
    • PE.5 Field Study and Teaching Internship 30
      • PE.5.1 Documentation of Experiential Learning
        • PE.5.1.1 Describe authentic experiential learning from field study and actual classroom immersion as a prospective teacher.
        • PE.5.1.2 Demonstrate skills in teaching assistantship and guided mentored classroom teaching.
        • PE.5.1.3 Prepare portfolio on process of learning behavior, motivation, classroom management and assessment from direct observation of teaching learning episodes in an actual school environment.
        • PE.5.1.4 Demonstrate reflective thinking and teaching
      • PE.5.2 Action Research
        • PE.5.2.1 Demonstrate ability to identify teaching-learning problems and offer recommendations based on research.
  • ENG English

    Weight 150

    Under 20 learners
    Syllabus parts (3)
    • ENG.1 Theoretical Foundations of Language, Culture, Literacies, and Literature
      • ENG.1.1 Introduction to Linguistics 15
        • ENG.1.1.1 Demonstrate knowledge and application of the structural aspects of language (phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics) across languages and other related fields.
        • ENG.1.1.2 Apply theories, principles and concepts of language, literacies and language use in specific contexts for language and literacy acquisition and learning in multilingual and multicultural societies.
        • ENG.1.1.3 Draw implications of the theories of the theories of linguistics, psycholinguistics, and sociolinguistics to language teaching and learning.
      • ENG.1.2 Language, Culture, and Society 3
        • ENG.1.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge and application of the relationship of language, culture, and society in the perspective of English language teaching and learning.
        • ENG.1.2.2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of language learning environments with regard to community contexts.
      • ENG.1.3 Structure of English 17
        • ENG.1.3.1 Manifest knowledge and understanding of the grammatical concepts by being able to describe and analyze the form, meaning, and use of various language structures.
      • ENG.1.4 Language Programs and Policies in Multilingual Societies 3
        • ENG.1.4.1 Exhibit knowledge and understanding of language policies and programs that influence language teaching and learning in Multicultural setting.
        • ENG.1.4.2 Show knowledge, understanding, and skills in designing and developing basic language programs in multilingual and multicultural societies.
    • ENG.2 Literature
      • ENG.2.5 Children and Adolescent Literature 12
        • ENG.2.5.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of children literature and adolescent literature.
        • ENG.2.5.2 Apply concepts, principles, methods and strategies in teaching literacy skills using varied children and adolescent literary texts.
      • ENG.2.6 Mythology and Folklore 7
        • ENG.2.6.1 Demonstrate knowledge and principles of mythology and folklore from different countries.
      • ENG.2.7 Survey of Literature of Selected Countries 20
        • ENG.2.7.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Literature of the following countries
          • ENG.2.7.1.1 Philippine Literature in English
          • ENG.2.7.1.2 Afro-Asian Literature
          • ENG.2.7.1.3 English and American Literature
        • ENG.2.7.2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of literatures from different countries in order to gain insights into other people’s philosophy, culture, religions, beliefs, needs and aspirations.
        • ENG.2.7.3 Demonstrate understanding and knowledge in preparing annotated reading lists of selected literary pieces from different countries.
        • ENG.2.7.4 Exhibit skills in analyzing and appreciating the outstanding characteristics of literature of different countries.
      • ENG.2.8 Contemporary, Popular and Emergent Literatures 6
        • ENG.2.8.1 Apply knowledge and skills of analyzing and evaluating critical issues in contemporary, popular and emergent literature and their relevance in the teaching-learning process.
        • ENG.2.8.2 Use various methods of literary analysis.
    • ENG.3 Methodology
      • ENG.3.9 Teaching and Assessment of the Macroskills 15
        • ENG.3.9.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the nature of the five language components and the theoretical bases, principles, methods in teaching them.
        • ENG.3.9.2 Apply basic concepts, principles, and methods in language teaching and assessment of language proficiency following the rules of grammar.
      • ENG.3.10 Teaching and Assessment of Literature 15
        • ENG.3.10.1 Show knowledge and understanding of the nature of literature and the theoretical basis, principles, methods, and strategies in literature teaching and assessment
        • ENG.3.10.2 Demonstrate knowledge of the categories, types/genres of literature and its relevance in the teaching learning process
      • ENG.3.11 Language and Literature Learning Materials Development 3
        • ENG.3.11.1 Apply knowledge of principles and processes in developing various types of contextualized and localized teaching and learning materials
        • ENG.3.11.2 Apply knowledge of principles and processes in developing, implementing and evaluating instructional materials in print and non-print form for language, literacy and literature instruction.
        • ENG.3.11.3 Apply technology for designing and developing teaching and learning materials for hybrid learning.
      • ENG.3.12 Speech and Theatre Arts 3
        • ENG.3.12.1 Demonstrate knowledge and application of oral communication, various forms of speech arts from public speaking, group discussion, debate, oral interpretation, and dramatics in English language teaching and learning.
      • ENG.3.13 Language Education Research 4
        • ENG.3.13.1 Identify pressing issues and problems in language teaching and learning.
        • ENG.3.13.2 Apply principles and approaches in research to find answers to questions in language and literature teaching and learning.
      • ENG.3.14 Literary Criticism 3
        • ENG.3.14.1 Demonstrate knowledge and applications of the basic approaches to problems in critical theory from the classical to modern times as applied to literary works.
        • ENG.3.14.2 Draw implications of literary criticism and critical theory in English language and literature teaching.
      • ENG.3.15 Stylistics and Discourse Analysis 3
        • ENG.3.15.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the literary, scientific, and technical aspects of language and texts through stylistic analysis and discourse analysis.
        • ENG.3.15.2 Use the conceptual framework and schema of linguistics and literature in understanding literary language.
      • ENG.3.16 Campus Journalism 3
        • ENG.3.16.1 Apply concepts, principles and strategies in creative writing for traditional and new media.
      • ENG.3.17 Technical Writing 3
        • ENG.3.17.1 Demonstrate proficiency in the written communication by writing and revising different technical reports.
        • ENG.3.17.2 Show technical and scientific writing skills necessary for cofunction and communication across disciplines.
      • ENG.3.18 Technology in Language Education 3
        • ENG.3.18.1 Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the design, production, utilization and evaluation of ICT materials for teaching and learning.
      • ENG.3.19 Translation and Editing of Text 3
        • ENG.3.19.1 Show knowledge and understanding of basic theories, principles, methods and approaches as applied to the writing and editing of various types of texts.
        • ENG.3.19.2 Apply principles and strategies in translating texts of various types from English to another language or from other Philippine languages to English
      • ENG.3.20 English for Specific Purposes 3
        • ENG.3.20.1 Apply content-based principles and strategies in developing language proficiency for specific discipline.
      • ENG.3.21 Remedial Instruction and Early Intervention for Language Learning Difficulties 3
        • ENG.3.21.1 Show competence in employing approach, strategies and techniques in organizing, designing, implementing and evaluating remedial and early intervention programs in language and literacy across the discipline.
      • ENG.3.22 Creative Writing 3
        • ENG.3.22.1 Apply theories, concepts, principles, and techniques in creative writing to include biographical sketches, fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry.

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