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Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers, Secondary, major in Science

LET Secondary Science 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, Science 150.

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Subjects and syllabus contents

121 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.
  • SCI Science

    Weight 150

    Under 20 learners
    Syllabus parts (14)
    • SCI.1 Plant and Animal Biology 12
      • SCI.1.1 Demonstrate familiarity with the classification of plants and animals and their basic needs for survival
      • SCI.1.2 Show how plants and animals maintain homeostasis and energy acquisition for sustainability
    • SCI.2 Genetics 12
      • SCI.2.1 Illustrate the roles of chromosomes and genes in genetic technology
      • SCI.2.2 Identify the benefits, derived from genetic technology in the fields of medicine and agriculture
    • SCI.3 Cell and Molecular Biology 12
      • SCI.3.1 Distinguish between cell and molecule
      • SCI.3.2 Exhibit the characteristics and functions of the cell as the fundamental unit of life
    • SCI.4 Microbiology and Parasitology 12
      • SCI.4.1 Demonstrate understanding of disease-causing microorganisms collectively known as microbes
      • SCI.4.2 Distinguish bacteria, protists, and viruses and their effects on humans
    • SCI.5 Anatomy and Physiology 12
      • SCI.5.1 Exhibit understanding of the functions, diseases and care for the 12 systems of the body
      • SCI.5.2 Discuss the recent inventions that have improved the health and longevity of life.
    • SCI.6 Inorganic Chemistry 12
      • SCI.6.1 Distinguish the three states of matter and the types of mixture
      • SCI.6.2 manifest understanding of chemical formula and chemical notations
    • SCI.7 Organic Chemistry 12
      • SCI.7.1 Relate the structural characteristics and properties of organic compounds
      • SCI.7.2 Describe the basic reactions of organic compounds
    • SCI.8 Biochemistry 11
      • SCI.8.1 Show understanding of the structure, functions and reactions of macromolecules
      • SCI.8.2 Discuss how bacteria, viruses and chemicals affect human health
    • SCI.9 Classical Physics: Thermodynamics, Electricity, Magnetism, Waves and Optics 9
      • SCI.9.1 Demonstrate the relation of heat, work and temperature to energy, radiation and physical properties of matter
      • SCI.9.2 Illustrate the transfer of energy from one place to another and from one form to another
      • SCI.9.3 Discuss the uses of electromagnetism for motors, generators, transformers, x-ray, etc.
      • SCI.9.4 Distinguish the characteristics and functions of waves and optics
    • SCI.10 Modern Physics 9
      • SCI.10.1 Characterize the basic features of Modern Physics: Planck’s quantum theory and Einstein’s theory of relativity
      • SCI.10.2 Distinguish between Classical Physics and Modern Physics
    • SCI.11 Earth, Astronomy and Space Science 9
      • SCI.11.1 Explain the interconnections of land, ocean and atmosphere to human life on Earth
      • SCI.11.2 Illustrate the cycles of water, carbon, rock and other materials that sustain the inhabitants of planet Earth
      • SCI.11.3 Demonstrate the characteristics of non - Earth bodies and phenomena such as the sun, moon, stars, planets, etc.
      • SCI.11.4 Describe the benefits derived from space exploration
    • SCI.12 Environmental Science 9
      • SCI.12.1 Illustrate the inter-dependence of living organisms with each other and with their natural environment
      • SCI.12.2 Deliberate the food chain links which show how the organisms are related in utilizing energy and nutrient
    • SCI.13 Methods and Technology for Teaching Science 9
      • SCI.13.1 Lead in the exploration of challenging activities to motivate interest in science
      • SCI.13.2 Illustrate assessment tools to measure the outcomes of learning in science
      • SCI.13.3 Identify the uses of technology for effective outcomes in learning
      • SCI.13.4 Demonstrate the procedure in improvising materials for basic biotechniques
    • SCI.14 Research 10
      • SCI.14.1 Manifest familiarity with the basic investigative research in science
      • SCI.14.2 Demonstrate proficiency in interpreting graphical presentations of data and conclusions drawn from inferential analysis of results

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