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In 1963, Republic Act No. 3562 was enacted to promote the education of the ______ in the Philippines.
blind
Presidential Decree No. 1509 created the National Commission Concerning ______ Persons in 1978.
Disabled
The Education Act, also known as Batas Pambansa Bilang ______, was implemented in 1982.
232
In 2007, the Magna Carta for Persons with ______ was established under Republic Act No. 7277/9442.
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Republic Act No. 10754, enacted in 2016, expanded the benefits and ______ of persons with disabilities.
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In ______, Mr. Fred Atkinson first thought of educating Filipino children with special needs.
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The Insular School for the Deaf and Blind (ISDB) was established in ______.
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______ Children’s Village was built in 1927 to cater to the educational needs of people with intellectual disability.
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The National Orthopedic Hospital School for the Crippled Children and Youth was inaugurated in ______.
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Quezon City Science High School catered to students with giftedness starting in ______.
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Elsie Gaches Village in Alabang was founded in ______ to assist children who are physically and mentally challenged.
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In ______, the Philippine Normal University led the training of teachers handling students with blindness.
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The Silahis program was introduced in the elementary level of Division of Manila City Schools in ______.
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Study Notes
History of Special Education in the Philippines
- 1902: Initiation of formal education for Filipino children with special needs led by Mr. Fred Atkinson, General Superintendent of Education.
- 1907: Establishment of the Insular School for the Deaf and Blind (ISDB) in Manila, pivotal for specialized education.
- 1927: Creation of Welfareville Children’s Village in Mandaluyong to address educational needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- 1945: Inauguration of the National Orthopedic Hospital School for the Crippled Children and Youth, focusing on supporting children with physical disabilities.
- 1949: Quezon City Science High School opened to cater to students identified with giftedness, marking inclusion for talented youth.
- 1953: Founding of Elsie Gaches Village in Alabang aimed at assisting children with physical and mental challenges.
- 1960: Introduction of graduate school programs in colleges and universities for special education training.
- 1963: Republic Act No. 3562 enacted; Philippine Normal University took the lead in training teachers to educate visually impaired students.
- 1970: University of the Philippines became involved in training educators to manage behaviors of children with special needs.
- 1975: Implementation of the Silahis program in elementary schools under the Division of Manila City Schools to enhance special education.
Significant Legislations in Special Education
- 1935: Commonwealth Act No. 3203 established fundamental rights for citizens with disabilities.
- 1963: Republic Act No. 3562 provided a framework for the education of the blind in the Philippines.
- 1968: Republic Act No. 5250 introduced a ten-year training program specifically for teachers of special and exceptional children.
- 1978: Presidential Decree No. 1509 formed the National Commission Concerning Disabled Persons, focusing on advocacy and support.
- 1982: Education Act (Batas Pambansa Bilang 232) integrated provisions for special education in the national curriculum.
- 1983: Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 known as the Accessibility Law aimed at ensuring physical accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
- 2000: Presidential Proclamation No. 361 declared the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week to raise awareness.
- 2004: Republic Act No. 9288 established the “Newborn Screening Act” to facilitate early diagnosis and intervention for disabilities.
- 2007: Republic Act No. 7277/9442, the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities, enhanced rights and privileges for individuals with disabilities.
- 2010: Republic Act No. 10070 introduced an institutional mechanism for supporting persons with disabilities at local government levels.
- 2016: Republic Act No. 10754 expanded benefits and privileges for persons with disabilities, improving access to resources and services.
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Explore the significant milestones in the development of special education in the Philippines through this quiz. From the early 1900s to modern advancements, learn about key figures and institutions that shaped the educational landscape for individuals with special needs. This quiz highlights major events, providing a comprehensive overview of the history of special education in the country.
