understanding the k-12 basic education program_updated 042312

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The K-12Basic

EducationProgram


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Education is the key to the long-term problemsof the country. If we fix basic education, we fixthe long-term problems of the country. And if

we fix the countrys problems, we will build atruly strong society. . .-Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III


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10-Point Basic EducationAgenda

1. 12-Year Basic Education Cycle

2. Universal Kindergarten

3. Madaris Education

4. Technical-Vocational Education5. Every Child a Reader by Grade One

6. Science and Math Proficiency

7. GASTPE (Gov. Assistance to Student and Teachers to PrivateEducation)

8. Medium of Instruction

9. Quality Textbooks

10. Covenant with LGUs


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The Philippines is the only remaining countryin Asia with a 10-year pre-universityprogram.


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Our graduates are beingdisadvantaged by their youth andinadequate preparation. . .

The majority who do not go to college aretoo young to enter the labor force. Thus,they would either be unemployed or bevulnerable to exploitative labor practices.

Those who may be interested to set upbusinesses cannot legally enter intocontracts.


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The few, (only 23%) who would proceed totertiary education, usually have to undergoremedial and high school level classes in

colleges and universities. Those who graduate (17%) may not be

recognized as professionals abroad.


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The Washington Accord prescribes 12 yearsof basic education as an entry to recognitionof engineering professionals.

The Bologna Accord requires 12 years ofeducation for university admission andpractice of profession in European countries.


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We need to add two years to our basiceducation. Those who can afford pay up tofourteen years of schooling before university.

Thus, their children are getting into the bestuniversities and the best jobs aftergraduation. I want at least 12 years for ourpublic school children to give them an evenchance at succeeding.

-Pres. Benigno Simeon C.Aquino III


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2

years

4

years

6years

1

year

Senior High School Junior High School

Elementary

Kindergarten


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Key Features of K to 12

Enhancement of the basic educationcurriculum is the central focus of K to 12.

The enhanced curriculum will offer areas of

specialization or electives such as science andtechnology, arts, sports, journalism, tech-voc, foreign language, entreperneurship, andsubjects for advanced placement.


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New Features of the K-12Basic Education Curriculum

Vertical continuum and horizontalarticulation of competencies

Mother Tongue as a learning area and

medium of instruction

Spiral progression in Science and Math

MAPEH (Music, Arts, Physical Education,

and Health) begins in Grade 1


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Learning Areas for Grades 1 to 1o

Mother Tongue 1-3

English 1(2nd sem)-6

Filipino 1-6

Mathematics 1-6

Araling Panlipunan 1-6

Edukasyon saPagpapakatao 1-6

Science 3-6

MAPEH 1-6

Grades 1 to 6 Grades 7 -10

Learning Areas Grade Levels


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SAMPLE CLASS PROGRAMMINGGrade 1

Time Learning Areas Number of Minutes

7:00-7:157:15-7:25

Pambansang AwitHomeroom

7:25-7:55 Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 30

7:55-8:45 Mother Tongue 50

8:45-9:15 Filipino 30

9:15-9:35 RECESS

9:35-10:15 Araling Panlipunan 40

10:15-10:45 English (Oral Fluency)2nd Semester

30

10:45-11:35 Mathematics 50

1:00-1:30 Remediation, Reinforcement,Enrichment Activities orOptional Religious Instruction

1:30-2:10 MAPEH 40

TOTAL 240/270


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Time AllotmentNOMENCLATURE/LEARNING AREA

Grades 1 to 6

(No. of Minutes Daily)

Grades 7

to 10(Weekly)G 1 G 2 G 3 G 4 G 5 G 6

1stSem.

2ndSem.

Language Arts

Mother Tongue 50 50 50 50 - - - -Filipino 30 30 50 50 50 50 50 4 hrs

English - 30 50 50 50 50 50 4 hrs

Science - - - 50 50 50 50 4 hrs

Mathematics 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 4 hrsAraling Panlipunan 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 3 hrs

EPP/TLE - - - - 50 50 50 4 hrs

MAPEH 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 4 hrs

EsP 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 2 hrs

Total 240 270 310 360 360 360 360 29 hrs


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Grades 7-12Core Curriculum and Career Paths


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Premises Filipino learners, in order to be globally

competitive, need to develop 21stcenturycore skills( digital age literacy, inventivethinking, effective communication, and high

productivity) and be functionally literate.Aside from the development of 21stcentury

core skills, the extended high school programshould be packaged for the preparation ofstudents for career and higher education.

This is because secondary education isdesigned primarily to provide the transitionfrom school to work and from school tofurther learning.


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Premises

The curriculum shall be designed to providea blended career and college preparatoryprogram. Putting the two on the same leveland blending them will enhance the seamless

relationship between career and highereducation and give them equal social andeconomic value.


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AcademicSpecialization:

Engineering/Journalism/Foreign

Language

Tech-VocSpecialization

Sports/Arts

Specialization

MODEL 2

Junior/Senior HSCurriculum

Core Academic Areas (5)Grades

11-12

Core Academic Areas(8)include TLE (choice of Agri-

Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or

ICT

Grade

10

Core Academic Areas (8)

include TLE (choice of Agri-Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or

ICT)

Grade9

Core Academic Areas (8)include TLE (choice of Agri-


ICT)

Grade

8

Core Academic Areas (8)include TLE (choice of Agri-


ICT)

Grade

7


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Implementation of Junior HS

SY

2015-

2016

SY

2014-

2015

SY2013-

2014

SY

2012-

2013

Grade 10 Grade 9

Grade 8

Grade 7


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Implementation of Senior HS

SY2017-

2018

SY

2016-

2017

Grade 12

Grade 11


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Learning Areas for Grades 11 and 12Learning Areas Grade 11 Grade 12

Language* English

Filipino

English

FilipinoLiterature* Philippine Literature (1st

Sem)World Literature (2nd Sem)

Mathematics* Math Math

Science* Life Sciences Physical ScienceSocial Sciencesand Philosophy*

Contemporary IssuesPhilosophy (Local)

Contemporary Issues (Global)

Career Pathways(Track-dependent)

Entrepreneurship,Tech-

Voc**Others (Arts, Sports,Security, Journalism,Science, etc)

Entrepreneurship, Tech-Voc**

Others (Arts, Sports,Security, Journalism, Science,etc)

Others National Service

Training Program

National Service Training

ProgramAnchored on the College Readiness Standards of CHED** Based on TESDA Training Regulations


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Senior High School benefits different students indifferent ways.

Students whofinish high

school then work

Better income

opportunities;higher income

streams

Cost due to

delayed

employment

offset by higher

income streams

Students whocomplete 2 years

of college or

post-secondary

Reduction incost of schooling

with additional 2

years of free

education

Students whocomplete college

Reduction in

college years

offsets additional

years of

schooling

Higher

productivity

(about 9%income premium)

Higher college

completion rates

C l i f d i


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Completion of K to 12 educationshall be compulsory for those whowill go to college/university.

A full 12 years of basic education will berequired for entry into tertiary leveleducation by SY 2018-2019.


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Vision

Graduates of K to 12 Basic EducationProgram are envisaged to be betterprepared for life as they are expected to

possess sufficient mastery of 21st centurycore skills;

be emotionally developed and competent tolive a meaningful life;

be socially aware, pro-active and involved inpublic and civic affairs;


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Vision

be adequately prepared for the world ofwork or entrepreneurship or highereducation;

be legally employable; and

be globally competitive.


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Benefits of K to 12 toIndividuals and Families

An enhanced curriculum will decongestacademic workload, giving students moretime to master competencies and time for

extra-curricular activities, thus, allowing fortheir more holistic development.

Graduates will possess competencies andskills relevant to the job market.

Graduates will be better prepared for highereducation.


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Benefits of K to 12 toIndividuals and Families

Graduates will be able to earn higher wagesand/or better prepared to start their ownbusiness. Studies in the Philippines have

shown that an additional year of schoolingincreases earnings by 7.5%.

Filipino graduates could be recognizedabroad.


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Benefits of K to 12 to Societyand the Economy

K to 12 will contribute to economic growth.Several studies have shown that theimprovements in the quality of educationwill increase GDP growth by as much as 2%.

A better educated society provides a soundfoundation for long-term socio-economicdevelopment.

Wh ill th t f th


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Who will cover the cost of theadditional two years in highschool?

Free for those in public schools

Subsidized by the Government for those inthe ESC program


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MORE POWER AND GOOD DAY EVERYONE!!!

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