Understanding the k 12 basic education program updated 042312
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This document provides an overview of the K-12 Basic Education Program in the Philippines. It discusses President Aquino's 10-point education agenda including extending basic education to 12 years. The new K-12 system includes kindergarten, 6 years of elementary, 4 years of junior high school, and 2 years of senior high school. It aims to better prepare students for the job market or higher education through an enhanced curriculum with areas of specialization. The additional schooling years are expected to benefit individuals, families, and society through higher incomes, better economic growth, and a more educated population.
Understanding the k 12 basic education program updated 042312
- 1. Understanding the K-12 Basic Education Program Racheelle Jayne H. Rebusora PCED-01-401P
- 2. “Education is the key to the long-term problems of the country. If we fix basic education, we fix the long-term problems of the country. And if we fix the country’s problems, we will build a truly strong society. . .” -Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III
- 3. 10-Point Basic Education Agenda 1. 12-Year Basic Education Cycle 2. Universal Kindergarten 3. Madaris Education 4. Technical-Vocational Education 5. Every Child a Reader by Grade One 6. Science and Math Proficiency 7. GASTPE (Gov. Assistance to Student and Teachers to Private Education) 8. Medium of Instruction 9. Quality Textbooks 10. Covenant with LGUs
- 4. The Philippines is the only remaining country in Asia with a 10-year pre-university program.
- 5. The majority who do not go to college are too young to enter the labor force. Thus, they would either be unemployed or be vulnerable to exploitative labor practices. Those who may be interested to set up businesses cannot legally enter into contracts. Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . .
- 6. Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . . The few, (only 23%) who would proceed to tertiary education, usually have to undergo remedial and high school level classes in colleges and universities. Those who graduate (17%) may not be recognized as professionals abroad.
- 7. Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . . The Washington Accord prescribes 12 years of basic education as an entry to recognition of engineering professionals. The Bologna Accord requires 12 years of education for university admission and practice of profession in European countries.
- 8. “We need to add two years to our basic education. Those who can afford pay up to fourteen years of schooling before university. Thus, their children are getting into the best universities and the best jobs after graduation. I want at least 12 years for our public school children to give them an even chance at succeeding.” -Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III
- 9. K-6-4-2 System 2 years 4 years 6 years 1 year • Senior High School • Junior High School • Elementary • Kindergarten
- 10. Key Features of K to 12 Enhancement of the basic education curriculum is the central focus of K to 12. The enhanced curriculum will offer areas of specialization or electives such as science and technology, arts, sports, journalism, tech-voc, foreign language, entreperneurship, and subjects for advanced placement.
- 11. New Features of the K-12 Basic Education Curriculum Vertical continuum and horizontal articulation 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
- 12. Learning Areas for Grades 1 to 1o Grades 1 to 6 Grades 7 -10 Learning Areas Grade Levels Mother Tongue 1-3 English 1(2nd sem)-6 Filipino 1-6 Mathematics 1-6 Araling Panlipunan 1-6 Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 1-6 Science 3-6 MAPEH 1-6 EPP 4-5 TLE 6
- 13. SAMPLE CLASS PROGRAMMING Grade 1 Time Learning Areas Number of Minutes 7:00-7:15 Pambansang Awit 7:15-7:25 Homeroom 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 or Optional Religious Instruction 1:30-2:10 MAPEH 40 TOTAL 240/270
- 14. Time Allotment NOMENCLATURE/ 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 1st Sem. 2nd Sem. 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 hrs Araling 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
- 15. Grades 7-12 CORE CURRICULUM AND CAREER PATHS
- 16. Premises Filipino learners, in order to be globally competitive, need to develop 21st century core skills( digital age literacy, inventive thinking, effective communication, and high productivity) and be functionally literate. Aside from the development of 21st century core skills, the extended high school program should be packaged for the preparation of students for career and higher education. This is because secondary education is designed primarily to provide the transition from school to work and from school to further learning.
- 17. Premises The curriculum shall be designed to provide a blended career and college preparatory program. Putting the two on the same level and blending them will enhance the seamless relationship between career and higher education and give them equal social and economic value.
- 18. Academic Specialization: Engineering/ Journalism/Foreign Language Tech-Voc Specialization Sports/Arts Specialization MODEL 2 Junior/Senior HS Curriculum • 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) Grade 9 • Core Academic Areas (8) include TLE (choice of Agri-Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or ICT) Grade 8 • Core Academic Areas (8) include TLE (choice of Agri-Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or ICT) Grade 7
- 19. Implementation of Junior HS SY 2015- 2016 SY 2014- 2015 SY 2013- 2014 SY 2012- 2013 • Grade 10 • Grade 9 • Grade 8 • Grade 7
- 20. Implementation of Senior HS SY 2017- 2018 SY 2016- 2017 • Grade 12 • Grade 11
- 21. Learning Areas for Grades 11 and 12 Learning Areas Grade 11 Grade 12 Language* English Filipino English Filipino Literature* Philippine Literature (1st Sem) World Literature (2nd Sem) Mathematics* Math Math Science* Life Sciences Physical Science Social Sciences Contemporary Issues and Philosophy* Philosophy (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 Program •Anchored on the College Readiness Standards of CHED •** Based on TESDA Training Regulations
- 22. Senior High School benefits different students in different ways. Students who finish high school then work • Better income opportunities; higher income streams • Cost due to delayed employment offset by higher income streams Students who complete 2 years of college or post-secondary • Reduction in cost of schooling with additional 2 years of “free” education Students who complete college • Reduction in college years offsets additional years of schooling • Higher productivity (about 9% income premium) • Higher college completion rates
- 23. Completion of K to 12 education shall be compulsory for those who will go to college/university. A full 12 years of basic education will be required for entry into tertiary level education by SY 2018-2019.
- 24. Vision Graduates of K to 12 Basic Education Program are envisaged to be better prepared for life as they are expected to possess sufficient mastery of 21st century core skills; be emotionally developed and competent to live a meaningful life; be socially aware, pro-active and involved in public and civic affairs;
- 25. Vision be adequately prepared for the world of work or entrepreneurship or higher education; be legally employable; and be globally competitive.
- 26. Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families An enhanced curriculum will decongest academic workload, giving students more time to master competencies and time for extra-curricular activities, thus, allowing for their more holistic development. Graduates will possess competencies and skills relevant to the job market. Graduates will be better prepared for higher education.
- 27. Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families Graduates will be able to earn higher wages and/or better prepared to start their own business. Studies in the Philippines have shown that an additional year of schooling increases earnings by 7.5%. Filipino graduates could be recognized abroad.
- 28. Benefits of K to 12 to Society and the Economy K to 12 will contribute to economic growth. Several studies have shown that the improvements in the quality of education will increase GDP growth by as much as 2%. A better educated society provides a sound foundation for long-term socio-economic development.
- 29. Who will cover the cost of the additional two years in high school? Free for those in public schools Subsidized by the Government for those in the ESC program
- 30. MORE POWER AND GOOD DAY EVERYONE!!!