2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 13
Available Online: 22 May 2026
Author/s:
Siano, Anderson A.
Benguet State University, Philippines (jezebel.monang@deped.gov.ph)
Abstract:
This paper explores the preferred TLE specialization of Grade 8 learners in Tuba, Benguet. Since, the grade 8 will have to choose their specialization upon their enrollment in Grade 9. Hence, the grade 8 learners will consider several factors in choosing, this study seeks to understand the factors that affect or influence the decision that Grade 8 consider in finalizing their decision into what specialization they are going to continue in their Grade 9 and Grade 10. Also, this explores the experiences of the learners on their TLE subject during which is an important factor to consider in choosing their field. To further understand this Descriptive statistic was utilized in understanding the different factors, experiences, perceptions of the Grade 8 learners. There are 111 students from different field of Specialization; Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Agriculture and Information and Communication technology. The results show that the preferred specialization of the grade 8 learners is Industrial Arts and the main factor that affects their decision-making is the “peer influence.” The learners also exemplify that they are facing several challenges in their TLE subjects which are difficulty understanding concepts, lack of Resources or materials, Limited Practical Application and Heavy Workload. Further this study revealed that Grade 8 students have already idea towards the benefits of TLE subject to them; mainly acquiring specific skills for a job, providing a foundation for further education, broadening career options and Building Professional Network.
Keywords: Grade 8 learners, TLE specialization, experiences, factors to consider, perceptions
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26135
Cite this article:
Siano, A. A. (2026). Factors influencing Grade 8 in choosing their field of specialization in TLE. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(13), 61-69. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26135