A Survey on the 21st Century Skills of Education Graduating Students

AUTHOR(S)

Dr. Violeta V. Guillergan & Prof. Gilbert C. Biñas

ABSTRACT

— This study assessed the 21st-century skills of graduating Bachelor of Secondary Education, students at Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College Batad Campus. The study utilized a descriptive-correlational research design and a survey questionnaire as the primary instruments for data collection. The questionnaire covered the students’ demographic profile, perceived level of 21st-century skills, and the relationship between their demographic variables and 21st-century skills. The research is crucial in recognizing the importance of teaching and improving 21stcentury skills to prepare students for the changing needs of the global economy.
The study found that the respondents perceived their Learning and Innovation Skills and Information, Media, and Technology Skills as “very good,” while their Life and Career Skills were “satisfactory.” The correlation between respondents’ demographic profile and 21st-century skills showed that sex had a highly significant relationship with Learning and Innovation Skills. In contrast, age was significantly related to Learning and Innovation Skills and Information, Media, and Technology Skills.
The findings suggest that students need to improve their Life and Career Skills, while their Learning and Innovation Skills and Information, Media, and Technology Skills are high. The research results provide a basis for future studies to develop and enhance students’ 21st-century skills. This study’s significance lies in emphasizing the importance of improving students’ 21stcentury skills to prepare them for the changing needs of the global economy.