Reduksyon ng mga Asignaturang Filipino sa Kolehiyo: Isang Pagsusuri sa Pagpapahalagang Pangwika ng Estudyante sa Tersyarya ng WMSU

ABSTRACT : This quantitative-descriptive study examined the effects of reduced Filipino subjects under CHED CMO No. 20, Series of 2013 on the linguistic valuing of 60 tertiary students across six colleges at Western Mindanao State University (WMSU). Using purposive sampling and a reliable survey questionnaire (.939 Cronbach’s Alpha), data were analyzed through frequency, percentage distribution, and weighted mean. Results revealed that despite reduced units, students maintain a very high overall valuing of the Filipino language (4.44 grand mean). They recognize it as a foundation of national identity (4.43), an essential curriculum component (4.38), and a critical skill for their professional future (4.53). However, a moderate score (3.13) regarding the sufficiency of basic education Filipino instruction highlights a perceived need for continued college-level teaching. Grounded in the theories of Vygotsky, Norton, Bobbitt, and Tyler, the study affirms that language is vital for intellectual development, identity formation, and career readiness. Recommendations include retaining and strengthening tertiary Filipino courses, developing contextualized teaching materials, and conducting further research to address students’ linguistic needs.

KEYWORDS: Linguistic Valuing, Subject Reduction, Filipino Language,Tertiary Curriculum, National Identity