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Introduction
A Senior High School student has to undergo work immersion in a business

organization/establishment whose work requirements are related to the specialization. Through
this work immersion, the students are exposed to and become familiarized with work- related
environment related to their field of specialization Work Immersion is an educational program
that provides senior high school students with practical and hands-on experience in their chosen
field of study. It is an essential aspect of their curriculum as it aims to bridge the gap between
classroom learning and real-world application. Work immersion in the Philippines is a key
subject under the Senior High School (SHS) curriculum. It is designed to expose students to the
workplace and allow them to apply the competencies they have acquired from their
specialization and applied subjects. this implementation of this program aims for students to:
(1) gain relevant and practical industrial skills under the guidance of industry experts and
workers; (2) appreciate the importance and application of the principles and theories taught in
school; (3) enhance their technical knowledge and skills; The objectives of work immersion
are to provide learners with real workplace experience, build new skills, increase employability,
and jumpstart their professional growth. The objective of work immersion is to expose students
to the workplace and allow them to apply their acquired competencies
Theoretical background
By immersing themselves in real work environments, students have the chance to apply
theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to practical situations. This practical immersion
enables the development of essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-
solving, and adaptability. working students suggests that students who work while attending
college are constantly searching for meaningful work and meaning in their work. Experiential
learning is a constructivist learning theory defined as 'learning by doing'. The learner is an active
participant in the educational process, and learning is achieved through a continuous cycle of
inquiry, reflection, analysis and synthesis (Bartle, 2015 (PDF, 803.8 KB))
methodology
The goal of work immersion is to develop the competencies, work ethic, and values
relevant to pursuing further education or joining the workforce. The implementation of
work immersion programs in the Philippines has faced challenges, such as the
insufficiency of documents to establish its extent of implementation. Work immersion is
a key feature in the Senior High School curriculum (SHS) and refers to the part of that
consists of 80 hours of hands-on experience or work simulation which Grades 11 and
12 students will undergo to expose them to the actual workplace setting and to enrich
the competencies provided by the school. Work immersion has a positive impact on
students. It increases their awareness, interest, and readiness for college courses. It
also improves their soft skills abilities such as self-management, self-motivation,
decision making, time management, and being responsible. The objective of work
immersion is to expose students to the workplace and allow them to apply their acquired
competencies. The objectives of work immersion are to develop relevant skills, work
ethic, and values among learners and to provide them with real-life work experiences.
Scope and delimitation
Coalitions for Change -Alongside Philippine leaders in civil society, academics, the private
sector, and the government, CfC aids the pursuit of policy reforms towards inclusive
economic growth, social development, improved governance, and peace and stability.
Youth Policy Toolbox-The Youth Policy Toolbox also aims to be interactive through the
inclusion of training modules, opinion polls, and message postings. Each of these levels
are specifically tailored to the needs of policymakers and youth, so that relevant content for
both parties is available. The Toolbox also provides a contact database of all relevant
United Nations bodies/agencies, government ministries, and youth organizations, providing
users with a practical means of finding more information and becoming further involved.
Through these means, it is hoped that knowledge is being enhanced and learning and
sharing of experiences takes place. Readiness-the state of having been made ready or
prepared for use or action (especially military action) “putting them in readiness” synonyms:
preparation, preparedness. Work immersion-Work immersion is an educational program or
activity that provides students with an opportunity to gain practical experience and exposure
to real-world work environments related to their chosen field of study. It is typically
implemented in secondary or higher education institutions as part of the curriculum.
Satisfaction is the act of fulfilling a need, desire, or appetite, or the feeling gained from such
fulfillment. Satisfaction means you've had enough — in a good way. When a product says
"Satisfaction guaranteed" it means you'll like it or they'll give you your money back
Definition of terms
Work immersion refers to exposing students to the actual workplace setting and
enriching the competencies provided by the school. Work immersion consists of 80
hours of hands-on experience or work simulation accordingly in the senior high school
curriculum. Work immersion provides Senior High School learners with opportunities to
become familiar with the workplace, simulate employment, and to apply their
competencies in areas of specialization or applied subjects in actual work environment
to prepare learners for all curriculum exits. Work immersion is an educational program or
activity that provides students with an opportunity to gain practical experience and exposure to
real-world work environments related to their chosen field of study. It is typically implemented in
secondary or higher education institutions as part of the curriculum.
Questionnaire
Part II, Put a check the Following question that may given below.
Do you think work immersion is effective in preparing Grade 12 students for the
future?
Yes
No
Undecided
On a scale of 1-10, how beneficial do you think work immersion is for Grade 12
students?
10
Which of the following skills do you think work immersion helps develop? Select
all that apply.
Communication skills
Problem-solving skills
Teamwork skills
Leadership skills
Technical skills
Has work immersion given you a better understanding of your chosen career
path?
Yes No Partially
Has work immersion made you more confident in your abilities and skills?
Yes No Not Sure

Do you think work immersion should be mandatory for Grade 12 students?
Yes No Undecided
Do you think work immersion helps in making informed career decisions?
Yes No Partially
Would you recommend work immersion to future Grade 12 students?
Yes No Maybe
Do you believe work immersion is better than traditional classroom learning in
terms of preparing students for the real world?
Yes No Not Sure

In your opinion, what could be done to improve the work immersion program?
Did work immersion help you develop a better understanding of your strengths
and weaknesses?
Yes No Partially

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A Senior High School student has to undergo work immersion in a business

Yes No Not Sure

Would you recommend work immersion to future Grade 12 students?

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