A Reflection Paper on the 6th Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
From our class discussion last meeting, I learned that curriculum comes in different types. Some of which are as follows: recommended, written, taught, supported, assessed, learned, and hidden. The various definitions of curriculum were also presented. A unique definition remarkable to me was that of Dewey. John Dewey defined curriculum as a reflective thinking on the competencies that learners have to acquire in the school. It connotes that the learners are encouraged to know how to think. Nevertheless, the head educators in the Department of Education made some steps to make the Filipino Learners learn the art of thinking. The Philippine Elementary Learning Competencies (PELCs) as restructured from Minimum Learning Competencies (MLCs) by the Bureau of Elementary Education were subjected to this set of criteria: adequacy, attainability and relevance (Luis-Santos, 2000). These criteria made the PELCs become more effective to be utilized by the teachers.
I think that the various types of curriculum may be integrated. For instance, a recommended curriculum may be adapted by a school with the integration of a written curriculum or some more other types of which. From the presented definitions and types of curriculum, we may come up with a better curriculum more suitable to the kinds of learners in the Philippine setting and more appropriate to the kind of learning environment at present. To this proposition, I assert that one characteristic of the curriculum is that - it is dynamic. Whatever curriculum adapted by a school is, such can be modified or enhanced by the policy makers on education. Its dynamism is vital in making a school more likely a place of leisure for the learners.
If I will become a school proprietor or an administrator, I will strive to the best of my abilities to make learning fun for the school children. This would mean that I will propel my teachers to make the learners love coming to school every day. It will entail excellence in the quality of teaching from the teachers and maintenance of child-friendly facilities within the school portals. I will help develop my teachers to be effective in teaching by using good training materials or inviting best teachers from the neighboring schools/districts to mentor. I will keep searching for learning facilities abreast with the modern technology that the school may procure to cater the needs of the 21st century learners.
Sabado, Hulyo 30, 2011
Sabado, Hulyo 16, 2011
Reeflection - 4
A Reflection Paper on the 4th Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
DepEd Order No. 25, s. 2002 provided for the implementation of the Basic Education Curriculum. This curriculum “decongests the overcrowded curriculum”. Some subjects were integrated like MSEP, EPP, Character Education and HEKASI are fused into MAKABAYAN as one subject whereby only five (5) major subjects are offered in most of the elementary schools in the Philippines. The high school English teachers are required to integrate Values Education in their lesson plans; and linear, sequential approach is introduced for all Math teachers. There are two approaches as to the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom: laissez-faire and authoritarian. Laissez-faire approach means that the teacher has the absolute authority to teach only the lessons he believes to be most beneficial to the kind of class he has; whereas, authoritarian approach means that the teacher follows the direct instruction of his principal who has the dictatorial authority over the subjects.
I understand that the Department of Education is doing whatever it takes to upgrade the quality of the Philippine education. Crafting a curriculum entails collaborative effort from different agencies of the government. Financial aspect is greatly involved in the planning process because massive hiring of teachers is anticipated. Implementation of the curriculum is more challenging because the teachers have to be trained and oriented regarding the changes in the curriculum especially those who are directly affected by the modifications. I appreciate the goal of this curriculum which is: to prepare the Filipino school pupils and students for lifelong learning which, I believe, is the very essence of educating them.
When I will get the chance to take the highest position in the Department of Education, I will impose a close-monitoring scheme on the implementation of the Basic Education Curriculum. This will result to producing productive Filipino citizens by their own rights. I will advocate for the inclusion of educational technology and advancement of knowledge through the manipulation of modern gadgets and means to the curriculum. I will also be open to further modifications on the existing curriculum whenever necessary to meet the demands of the fast-changing society. I will invite some local and even foreign experts to conduct biennial assessment to the quality of the Philippine education in order to uphold global standards of education worth emulating for our posterity in the years to come.
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
DepEd Order No. 25, s. 2002 provided for the implementation of the Basic Education Curriculum. This curriculum “decongests the overcrowded curriculum”. Some subjects were integrated like MSEP, EPP, Character Education and HEKASI are fused into MAKABAYAN as one subject whereby only five (5) major subjects are offered in most of the elementary schools in the Philippines. The high school English teachers are required to integrate Values Education in their lesson plans; and linear, sequential approach is introduced for all Math teachers. There are two approaches as to the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom: laissez-faire and authoritarian. Laissez-faire approach means that the teacher has the absolute authority to teach only the lessons he believes to be most beneficial to the kind of class he has; whereas, authoritarian approach means that the teacher follows the direct instruction of his principal who has the dictatorial authority over the subjects.
I understand that the Department of Education is doing whatever it takes to upgrade the quality of the Philippine education. Crafting a curriculum entails collaborative effort from different agencies of the government. Financial aspect is greatly involved in the planning process because massive hiring of teachers is anticipated. Implementation of the curriculum is more challenging because the teachers have to be trained and oriented regarding the changes in the curriculum especially those who are directly affected by the modifications. I appreciate the goal of this curriculum which is: to prepare the Filipino school pupils and students for lifelong learning which, I believe, is the very essence of educating them.
When I will get the chance to take the highest position in the Department of Education, I will impose a close-monitoring scheme on the implementation of the Basic Education Curriculum. This will result to producing productive Filipino citizens by their own rights. I will advocate for the inclusion of educational technology and advancement of knowledge through the manipulation of modern gadgets and means to the curriculum. I will also be open to further modifications on the existing curriculum whenever necessary to meet the demands of the fast-changing society. I will invite some local and even foreign experts to conduct biennial assessment to the quality of the Philippine education in order to uphold global standards of education worth emulating for our posterity in the years to come.
Sabado, Hulyo 9, 2011
Reflection 3 - Administration of BEC
Capitol University
Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
A Reflection Paper on the 3rd Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
I have read from a book entitled Exploring Teaching by Arends, Winitzky, and Tannenbaum which contains an article that made a discussion about “Who should control The Curriculum”. It supported that while it is true that a national curriculum is necessary in laying exactly what specific subject matter is to be covered in each year of schooling, a curriculum should be developed based on the needs and interest of the learners at the local school level. Such curriculum is flexible, and is more adaptable in the ever-changing modern world. Furthermore, there should be national standards which refer to the levels of knowledge in the schooling experience. Accordingly, there are two influences that control the curriculum which are: national influences (political forces, social critics, publishing companies, congress) and local influences (principals, teachers, parents and students).
In line to this, there is a necessity for the full and truthful implementation of the curriculum. Full implementation means that all competencies prescribed in the curriculum are taught to the learners and that they are able to master the skills needed for their survival in this competitive world. Truthful implementation connotes to the teacher’s dedication in teaching the competencies for the learners. As such, the 75% mastery level target of the Department of Education can only be met if the curriculum is properly put into action for by the front liners – teachers in the field – under the headship of their administrator. The parents are also involved in this process because education begins at home, as well as, the entire community itself as it greatly affects the total development of a child.
If I will be given a chance to work in the central office, I will work hard for the implementation of the curriculum which is more practical and apt to the needs of the modern day learners. I will also campaign for the empowerment of the local administrators to strictly and closely monitor the performance of the teachers in their schools. Quality instruction should be observed and high mastery level should be met. I will gather outputs on how the teachers indigenize their lessons so as to uphold the principle of diversity in learning and cultural differences. I will also encourage the implementation of co – curricular activities in the public schools to further enhance the multiple intelligences of the Filipino learners.
Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
A Reflection Paper on the 3rd Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
I have read from a book entitled Exploring Teaching by Arends, Winitzky, and Tannenbaum which contains an article that made a discussion about “Who should control The Curriculum”. It supported that while it is true that a national curriculum is necessary in laying exactly what specific subject matter is to be covered in each year of schooling, a curriculum should be developed based on the needs and interest of the learners at the local school level. Such curriculum is flexible, and is more adaptable in the ever-changing modern world. Furthermore, there should be national standards which refer to the levels of knowledge in the schooling experience. Accordingly, there are two influences that control the curriculum which are: national influences (political forces, social critics, publishing companies, congress) and local influences (principals, teachers, parents and students).
In line to this, there is a necessity for the full and truthful implementation of the curriculum. Full implementation means that all competencies prescribed in the curriculum are taught to the learners and that they are able to master the skills needed for their survival in this competitive world. Truthful implementation connotes to the teacher’s dedication in teaching the competencies for the learners. As such, the 75% mastery level target of the Department of Education can only be met if the curriculum is properly put into action for by the front liners – teachers in the field – under the headship of their administrator. The parents are also involved in this process because education begins at home, as well as, the entire community itself as it greatly affects the total development of a child.
If I will be given a chance to work in the central office, I will work hard for the implementation of the curriculum which is more practical and apt to the needs of the modern day learners. I will also campaign for the empowerment of the local administrators to strictly and closely monitor the performance of the teachers in their schools. Quality instruction should be observed and high mastery level should be met. I will gather outputs on how the teachers indigenize their lessons so as to uphold the principle of diversity in learning and cultural differences. I will also encourage the implementation of co – curricular activities in the public schools to further enhance the multiple intelligences of the Filipino learners.
Reflection 2 - Administration of BEC
A Reflection Paper on the 2nd Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
From our brainstorming on the Topic of EFA (Education For All) 2015, I had deduced that the trend of the educational programs offered are more focused on developing the special skills of the Filipino citizens that aims at providing quality education to all citizenry regardless of age, gender, culture, economic status, and the like. This implicates that no child or minor individual is left working for a living; rather, everybody is coming to school to be educated with the hope that education can still help alleviate the existing problem on poverty. It was further discussed by Dr. Alonsabe that EFA aims at the 100% participation rate by the year 2015. This is statistically improbable, I agree, considering the socio-economic factors, peer and teacher factors and the enticement of the modern technology toward the school-aged learners.
I have become interested to develop a study that will help address the problem on low participation rate in our district. I wish to contribute something to the existing knowledge regarding the EFA 2015 program in application to our locality. I realize that the issue of child labor is no ordinary. It has to be addressed properly through concerted efforts by the stakeholders, LGU, NGO, and the entire community members. This truth makes me understand better the concept of EFA being Education Of All, as expounded in the class discussion. Thus, education is basically child-centered. Meaning that, all efforts of the government to make the Department of Education better has been done for the sincerest intent of educating functionally literate individuals imbued with the necessary skills to become self-productive toward national development.
If I will become a school administrator, my very first target to achieve just before the formal classes start will be to assure 100% participation rate. I can make this possible by sincerely talking to the parents and make some arrangements or negotiations with them regarding this matter. My second target will be to conduct a refreshment orientation on the dos and don’ts on the part of the teacher in the implementation of the Child-Friendly School System in order to elicit love for school upon the pupils. I must be consistently on watch for the teacher’s behavior inside the classroom even without my presence at school. My last target will be to maintain excellence and quality services of education offered for the pupils, parents, and community. Our school shall be able to create a legacy for the neighboring schools to follow and serve as a model of good-will.
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
From our brainstorming on the Topic of EFA (Education For All) 2015, I had deduced that the trend of the educational programs offered are more focused on developing the special skills of the Filipino citizens that aims at providing quality education to all citizenry regardless of age, gender, culture, economic status, and the like. This implicates that no child or minor individual is left working for a living; rather, everybody is coming to school to be educated with the hope that education can still help alleviate the existing problem on poverty. It was further discussed by Dr. Alonsabe that EFA aims at the 100% participation rate by the year 2015. This is statistically improbable, I agree, considering the socio-economic factors, peer and teacher factors and the enticement of the modern technology toward the school-aged learners.
I have become interested to develop a study that will help address the problem on low participation rate in our district. I wish to contribute something to the existing knowledge regarding the EFA 2015 program in application to our locality. I realize that the issue of child labor is no ordinary. It has to be addressed properly through concerted efforts by the stakeholders, LGU, NGO, and the entire community members. This truth makes me understand better the concept of EFA being Education Of All, as expounded in the class discussion. Thus, education is basically child-centered. Meaning that, all efforts of the government to make the Department of Education better has been done for the sincerest intent of educating functionally literate individuals imbued with the necessary skills to become self-productive toward national development.
If I will become a school administrator, my very first target to achieve just before the formal classes start will be to assure 100% participation rate. I can make this possible by sincerely talking to the parents and make some arrangements or negotiations with them regarding this matter. My second target will be to conduct a refreshment orientation on the dos and don’ts on the part of the teacher in the implementation of the Child-Friendly School System in order to elicit love for school upon the pupils. I must be consistently on watch for the teacher’s behavior inside the classroom even without my presence at school. My last target will be to maintain excellence and quality services of education offered for the pupils, parents, and community. Our school shall be able to create a legacy for the neighboring schools to follow and serve as a model of good-will.
Reflection 1 - Administration of BEC
A Reflection Paper on the 1st Meeting of the
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
Our first meeting for the EDAD 207 class of Dr. Alonsabe has refreshed me about the definition of curriculum, leadership, administration and management. I thought that the only definition of curriculum is that it is the total learning experience that a child has to go through in school. Dr. Alonsabe explained that the traditional definition of curriculum is “a list of subjects to be taken by the learners being translated into action by the teachers/instructors.” I was also reminded that leadership covers the art of administration and management. This is an important topic that I have to learn by heart in this degree I am taking - Master of Arts in Educational Administration.
I realize that the work of a principal is beyond paper works because a principal is more on administering instruction. Meaning that, he also looks into the relevance of the lessons taught and appropriateness of the strategies employed by the teacher in adherence to the curriculum. I think, this is the essence of educational leadership. Along with the plans made by the principal for the improvement of the school system, he needs to find out what exactly the needs of the community are and what outputs they are interested to achieve by the end of the school year. It is to this principle where administration of the basic education curriculum has been anchored.
With the first session we had last Saturday (18 June 2011), I am looking forward to understand better why the Department of Education has to keep changing the curriculum; notwithstanding, the sad fact that there are a lot of existing problems in the education department which has to be given priority over the implementing of another form of curriculum from time to time. Thus, it is the school principal’s responsibility to put things in the right perspective for the teachers and pupils to successfully reach the desired end of our agency – functional literacy among the Filipino learners. I am also expecting that from this class I would acquire a clear idea on how to construct the curriculum so that when I get interested to start my own school, I would be knowledgeable as to what curriculum to implement.
EDAD 207 Class of Dr. Olga Alonsabe
Our first meeting for the EDAD 207 class of Dr. Alonsabe has refreshed me about the definition of curriculum, leadership, administration and management. I thought that the only definition of curriculum is that it is the total learning experience that a child has to go through in school. Dr. Alonsabe explained that the traditional definition of curriculum is “a list of subjects to be taken by the learners being translated into action by the teachers/instructors.” I was also reminded that leadership covers the art of administration and management. This is an important topic that I have to learn by heart in this degree I am taking - Master of Arts in Educational Administration.
I realize that the work of a principal is beyond paper works because a principal is more on administering instruction. Meaning that, he also looks into the relevance of the lessons taught and appropriateness of the strategies employed by the teacher in adherence to the curriculum. I think, this is the essence of educational leadership. Along with the plans made by the principal for the improvement of the school system, he needs to find out what exactly the needs of the community are and what outputs they are interested to achieve by the end of the school year. It is to this principle where administration of the basic education curriculum has been anchored.
With the first session we had last Saturday (18 June 2011), I am looking forward to understand better why the Department of Education has to keep changing the curriculum; notwithstanding, the sad fact that there are a lot of existing problems in the education department which has to be given priority over the implementing of another form of curriculum from time to time. Thus, it is the school principal’s responsibility to put things in the right perspective for the teachers and pupils to successfully reach the desired end of our agency – functional literacy among the Filipino learners. I am also expecting that from this class I would acquire a clear idea on how to construct the curriculum so that when I get interested to start my own school, I would be knowledgeable as to what curriculum to implement.
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