K-12 Curriculum
This numerical structure represents the years spent in Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High under the new curriculum
6-4-2 = (6 years elementary, 4 years JHS, 2 years SHS)
Ms. Dugaduga highlighted that the MATATAG curriculum aims to fix this long-time problem where students had "too many" of these and not enough time to master them.
Competencies
These two acronyms represent the large-scale international assessments discussed by Mrs. Anog.
PISA & TIMSS
This acronym represents the national review and collective effort to find evidence-based solutions for Philippine education.
EDCOM II
Ms. Lim mentioned this specific Republic Act number, also known as the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013
RA 10533
Aside from reading and numeracy, the new curriculum emphasizes this specific new "Learning Area" to strengthen cultural identity.
Makabansa
Mr. Baquirquir used this specific object as a metaphor to explain that assessments aren't just tests, but tools that show us our strengths and weaknesses
Ms. Alutaya emphasized that EDCOM II found that these people are not just implementers, but the "foundation of learning.
Teachers
During the early implementation, Ms. Lim highlighted these three specific challenges faced by schools and teachers.
The limited preparation time, lack of learning materials, and inadequate facilities
According to Miss Marielle’s pilot experience, although the transition feels overwhelming at first, the learning eventually becomes more this.
Intentional or Manageable
Recent results show Filipino learners placed near the bottom in these three specific subject areas
Science, Math, and Reading
Instead of viewing CPD as a burden or obligation, Ms. Dinsay encouraged teachers to view it as this
Continuous Journey of Growth (Life Long Learning)
The synthesis concluded with a quote from Oprah Winfrey, describing education as the key to the world and a "passport" to this
Freedom
The MATATAG curriculum shifts the focus away from a crowded list of topics to mastering these three core areas mentioned in the synthesis.
Reading, Numeracy, and Life Skills?
Mrs. Anog identified four major factors influencing student performance. Name two of them.
Socioeconomic conditions, Quality of teaching, School curriculum, or Language of instruction
Ms. Alutaya's synthesis honestly acknowledged these three "real" challenges teachers face regarding CPD.
Cost, Accessibility, and Relevance