A. Basic Program Information
- Official name of the academic program
- Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Filipino
- Degree/Qualification
- Bachelor of Secondary Education
- Program Level
- Level I AccreditedOctober 16, 2023 – October 15, 2026Applied for Level II on October 5-9, 2026
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- College/academic unit offering the program
- College of Education
- Campus where the program is offered
- Estancia Campus (Main)Estancia, Iloilo
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- Program Duration
- 4 Years
- Mode of Delivery
- fOnsite & Online (Blended)
- Language(s) of instruction
- Filipino, English, and Hiligaynon
- Brief program description
B. Program Objectives and Outcomes
Program Educational Objectives
In consonance with the mission statement of the Teacher Education Department, its Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) programs are designed to:
- provide quality instruction to produce teachers with sufficient knowledge and skills necessary for immediate and gainful employment and to make them competent professionals;
- expose students to varied learning activities and experiences that will enhance their critical thinking so that they will be able to do their work well;
- involve students in research, extension, and production activities that will make them knowledgeable, useful and productive citizens;
- instill in students values to make them better persons.
Program Outcomes
The graduates of BSED programs are teachers who are able to:
- manifest basic and higher-level literacy, communication, numeracy, critical thinking, and other learning skills needed for higher learning as well as competence in the field of work.
- demonstrate a deep and principled understanding of the learning processes and the role of the teacher in facilitating these processes in order to constantly improve their teaching knowledge, skills and practices.
- engage in scholarly research and extension and production activities that would benefit not only the institution where they are connected with but of the community as a whole.
- practice and demonstrate professional and ethical requirements of the teaching profession.
Specific to a sub-discipline and major
Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Filipino
- Nagpapamalas ng mataas na antas ng kaalaman sa pagtuturo ng wika at panitikang Filipino.
- Nagpapakita ng malawak at malalim na pag-unawa at kaalaman sa ugnayan ng wika, kultura, at lipunan.
- Nakagagamit ng iba’t ibang kasanayan at kaalaman sa proseso ng pagtuturo-pagkatuto.
- Nagtataglay ng kaalaman hinggil sa usapin ng kultural at lingguwistikong dibersidad ng bansa.
- Nakapagdidisenyo ng malikhain, inobatibo, at integratibong mga alternatibong dulog sa pagtuturo at pagkatuto.
- Nakagagawa ng pananaliksik ukol sa ikauunlad ng wikang Filipino bilang wikang panturo.
C. Curriculum
| Current approved curriculum | New Curriculum BSEd Filipino Curriculum AY 2024-2025 (Date of Effectivity: AY 2024-2025)
Old Curriculum BSEd Filipino Curriculum AY 2022-2023 (Date of Effectivity: August 2022) |
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| Curriculum by year and semester, where applicable | BSEd Filipino Curriculum AY 2024-2025 & BSEd Filipino Curriculum AY 2022-2023 |
| Link or downloadable copy of the official curriculum/prospectus | BSED FILIPINO REVISED CURRICULUM 2024-2025
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D. Admission Information
E. Fees, Scholarships, and Financial Assistance
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| Scholarships: | · RA No. 10931 (Free Tuition Law) · Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) · Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) |
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| Student financial assistance; and |
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| Other available forms of support. |
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F. Faculty Profile
| Full name | Academic Rank/Position | Highest Educational Attainment | Field of Specialization | Professional Qualifications and certifications | Research Interests | Relevant Professional or Academic affiliations |
| Bernardez, Marieth Flor M. | Assoc. Prof. I | EdD Filipino Language Teaching (CAR) | Filipino | Licensed Professional Teacher | Language, Literature, and Educational Technology | Kapisanan ng mga Pilipinong Awtor at Manunulat sa Pilipinas, Inc. |
| Espora, Shiela Mae H. | Assoc. Prof. I | EdD Filipino Language Teaching | Filipino | Licensed Professional Teacher | Language, Literature, and Educational Technology | Kapisanan ng mga Pilipinong Awtor at Manunulat sa Pilipinas, Inc. |
| Nobleta, Vincent G. | Asst. Prof. III | EdD Filipino Language Teaching | Filipino | Licensed Professional Teacher | Language, Literature, and Educational Technology | Kapisanan ng mga Pilipinong Awtor at Manunulat sa Pilipinas, Inc. |
| Tolentino, Aizel A. | Asst. Prof. II | EdD Filipino Language Teaching | Filipino | Licensed Professional Teacher | Language and Literature | Kapisanan ng mga Pilipinong Awtor at Manunulat sa Pilipinas, Inc. |
G. Research and Innovation
| Research areas and priority research themes | Language, Literature, Educational Technology |
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| Publications | ESPORA, SHIELA MAE H. BERNARDEZ, MARIETH FLOR M. NOBLETA, VINCENT G. Enhancing Reading Proficiency through Augmented Reality for Word Recognition Advancement |
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| Research presentations; | International Research Presentation by Dr. Vincent G. Nobleta at the 5th ICAS
Dr. Vincent G. Nobleta represented the institution on the international academic stage by successfully presenting his research study titled "Mga Salitang Generation Z ng mga Mag-aaral sa Filipino ng Junior High-School" at the 5th International Conference of the Arts and Sciences hosted by Cebu Normal University on September 20–21, 2023. Anchored on the conference theme "Emphasizing the Role of the Arts and Sciences in Building a Sustainable Future," his presentation highlighted modern sociolinguistic trends, language evolution, and the impact of Gen Z vocabulary on Filipino language instruction among secondary learners. |
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H. Internationalization
| International partner institutions | Universitas Kristen Indonesia (UKI) |
| International academic collaborations | Fostering Cross-Cultural Connections: Three-Day International Lecture Series From October 22 to 24, 2025, Associate Professor Shiela Mae H. Espora served as a featured lecturer for a three-day international engagement with student-teachers from Universitas Kristen Indonesia. Throughout the sessions, she shared the beauty and richness of the Filipino language through interactive lessons on basic greetings, self-introductions, and polite expressions. Her contribution fostered meaningful cross-cultural learning, promoted global collaboration, and strengthened international understanding through language education. |
| Faculty & Student mobility | BSED Filipino Faculty and Students Join the SEA Teacher Exchange Program at Universitas Kristen Indonesia Northern Iloilo State University-College of Education has designated faculty and student representatives to participate in the international SEA Teacher Exchange Program hosted by Universitas Kristen Indonesia. The institutional delegation comprises Assoc. Prof. Marieth Flor M. Bernardez from the Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Filipino program, serving as a Faculty Exchange Participant, alongside student participants John Paul A. Panagsagan and Angela Ghrace L. Pimentel. Scheduled from April 15 to May 15, 2026, this month-long academic exchange facilitates global cross-cultural teaching practices, pedagogical collaboration, and professional development between the participating Southeast Asian higher education institutions. |
| International conferences and activities | UKI and NISU Partner for International Filipino Language Workshop JAKARTA, INDONESIA — Universitas Kristen Indonesia (UKI), in collaboration with Northern Iloilo State University (NISU), Philippines, successfully hosted a Filipino Language Workshop on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the AB Building Seminar Room, UKI. Organized by UKI's Faculty of Letters and Languages (Fakultas Sastra dan Bahasa), the Master of Educational Administration Program (Program Magister Administrasi Pendidikan), and the Language Service Center (Pusat Pelayanan Bahasa), the joint initiative brought students together for an interactive cross-cultural exchange. Led by guest speakers, the session highlighted the fundamentals of the Filipino language and fostered deeper academic and cultural ties between the two Southeast Asian institutions. Associate Professor Marieth Flor M. Bernardez represented the BSEd Filipino faculty internationally by serving as a speaker and resource person at Universitas Kristen Indonesia. This international engagement was made possible thru the efforts of Dr. Fernan P. Tupas and support of the Northern Iloilo State University’s administration. |
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| Virtual exchange activities |
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I. Industry and Community Engagement
| Industry Partners |
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| Internship/OJT/Practicum Arrangements |
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| Professional Partnerships |
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| Community Engagement and Extension Activities |
Assoc. Prof. Marieth Flor M. Bernardez, Assoc. Prof. Shiela Mae H. Espora, and Dr. Vincent G. Nobleta spearheaded and contributed to the program, projects, and activities of the College of Education of Northern Iloilo State University aimed at improving community reading literacy through technology. In Pabasa sa Isla (Phases 1 and 2), conducted at Granada National High School – Ballesteros Campus from 2024 to 2025, Assoc. Prof. Bernardez and Assoc. Prof. Espora served as main proponents leading the teacher workshops on technology-integrated reading instruction, while Dr. Nobleta served as a resource speaker specializing in gamified comprehension strategies. Together, they developed specialized digital Filipino reading materials, trained educators, and established evidence-based remediation strategies aligned with SDG 4 and national learning recovery goals. Building on these literacy initiatives, Assoc. Prof. Bernardez and Assoc. Prof. Espora extended their expertise to Revolutionizing Community Literacy through iRead in 2026 across multiple island schools in Carles, Iloilo. As project content developers, both faculty members designed and validated the Filipino language learning modules integrated into the iRead mobile application—a culturally responsive, multilingual tool featuring speech recognition technology. Their combined accomplishments across these programs empowered local educators, provided interactive learning resources to the struggling readers, and established sustainable, community-driven literacy support systems. |
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J. Facilities and Learning Resources
| Laboratories: |
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| Workshops and studios; |
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| Equipment; |
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| Libraries and learning resources; |
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| Specialized software and technology; and |
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| Other facilities supporting program delivery. | University Gymnasium and Cafeteria
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K. Student Development and Activities
| Student organizations; | Kapisanang Filipino Facebook Page |
| Student competitions; | |
| Conferences and seminars: | |
| Student research and innovation | BSEd Filipino Researches (2024, 2025, 2026) Participation of students in the College of Education Research Colloquium (Pagpalapnag)
The research project titled "Pagbuo at Pagtataya ng Kontekstwalisadong Awdyo-Biswal na Kagamitang Pampagtuturo ng Aralin sa Alamat" conducted by Benedicto, Lunie Boy D., Diongson, Jelina M., Ignacio, Jon Jun F., Pancho, Al Marie B., Posia, Maybelyn R., and Vergara, Shela Mae M. received the first-place award for Best Research Paper and second place for Best Research Poster Presentation. |
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| Awards and achievements; and | Northern Iloilo State University (NISU) proudly recognizes the exemplary achievements of its top graduates as part of the Ten Outstanding Graduating Students of NISU. Leading the College of Education are Charlie Jun B. Docejo and John Paul A. Panagsagan, both of whom earned the distinction of Magna Cum Laude while pursuing their Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Filipino. Through their unwavering dedication, academic vigor, and passion for education, these students embody the spirit of excellence and serve as an inspiration to the entire university community.
BSEd Filipino Program Number of Dean’s Listers 2025-2026 - 32 2024-2025 - 56 2023-2024 - 60
Number of Latin Honors 2025-2026 - 31 2024-2025 - 19 2023-2024 - 18 |
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L. Accreditation, Recognition, and Professional Outcomes
| Accreditation status: | Level I Accredited October 16, 2023 – October 15, 2026 Applied for Level II on October 5-9, 2026 |
| CHED recognition/ authority; | |
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| Licensure examination information and performance; | |
| Program awards and recognitions; and |
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| Other relevant quality assurance information. |
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M. Career and Graduate opportunities
| Required item / field | Draft content / what to type | Supporting evidence / source | Status / action |
| Potential career opportunities | For students: Creative Writer or Author, English Language Instructor or Teacher, College Instructor or Professor, Language Researcher, Editor or Proofreader | Approved program outcomes / verified career data | VERIFY / SUPPLY |
| Industries and sectors where graduates may be employed | Education Sector | Graduate tracer / verified employment information | VERIFY / SUPPLY |
| Professional opportunities | Research and Development Officer | Verified program/professional information | VERIFY / SUPPLY |
| Further study opportunities | English Language Teacher | Official graduate-school/program information | VERIFY / SUPPLY |
| Graduate/employment outcomes | Graduates employed as English language teachers, instructors, or educators in public and private educational institutions, subject to applicable qualifications and requirements. | Tracer study / official institutional data | VERIFY / SUPPLY |
N. Program Highlight and Achievements
| Required item / field | Draft content / what to type | Supporting evidence / source |
| Awards |
| Certificates / official records |
| Recognitions | Champion in Regional Malinis at Masaganang Karagatan (MMK) 2.0 Jingle-Making Contest (2026) | Official recognition records |
| Faculty accomplishments | Research Publications in Peer-Reviewed and Indexed Journals | Official faculty records |
| Student achievements | Academic Excellence and Dean’s List Recognition | Official student achievement records |
| Research accomplishments |
| Official research records |
| Community engagement accomplishments |
| Official extension reports |
| International activities |
| Official internationalization records |
| Industry collaborations |
| Official linkage records |
| Other significant program milestones |
| Official program reports |
O. Program Statistics
| Required item / field | Draft content / what to type | Supporting evidence / source |
| Student enrollment | 1ST YEAR-78, 2ND YEAR-37, 3RD YEAR-34,4TH YEAR-40 (AY 2026-2027-1ST SEMESTER) | Registrar/college/program records |
| Number of graduates | 2025-2026-57;2024-2025-89; 2023-2024-21;2022-2023-31;2021-2022-15 | Registrar records |
| Graduation rate |
| Official institutional statistics |
| Licensure examination performance | Not Applicable | PRC/CHED/NISU records |
| Graduate employment outcomes |
| Tracer study / official data |
| Faculty-student ratio |
| Official enrollment and faculty-load data |
| Other relevant academic indicators |
| Official validated statistics |
P. Contact Information
- Name and Designation of the Program Chair/Coordinator
- Glenn Grace B. Bayhon-Chairperson of ABEL
- College/Academic Unit
- College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
- Campus
- NISU Main
- Official NISU email address
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- Official contact number
- (+63) 333970-314
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- Office location
- Main Campus, V Cudilla Sr. Ave, Estancia, Iloilo Philippines, 5017
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