Competence in Test Construction and Teaching Quality of Novice English Teachers in Public Secondary Schools

This study aimed to determine the significant relationship between competence in test construction and the teaching quality of novice English teachers in public secondary schools in Mati City District, Division of Mati City. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed, involving a sample of 100 novice English teachers from public secondary schools in Mati City District, Division of Mati City. Data were gathered through standardized questionnaires distributed via face-to-face surveys. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation (SD), Pearson product-moment correlation, and multiple linear regression analyses. The findings revealed that novice English teachers’ competence in test construction and teaching quality was very extensive. Correlation analysis indicated a positive significant relationship between competence in test construction and the teaching quality of novice English teachers. Furthermore, the study found competence in test construction significantly influenced their teaching quality of novice English teachers. It is recommended that school administrators may implement teacher training programs to improve their assessment literacy among novice English teachers through targeted professional development initiatives. Providing teachers with the necessary training and resources in test construction will enable them to design high-quality assessments that align with learning objectives, ultimately enhancing both teaching quality and student learning outcomes.