David Barrows' Impact on Special Education Quiz

Questions and Answers

What was the primary objective of Republic Act No. 3562 enacted in 1963?

To promote the education of blind individuals in the Philippines.

What significant program was established by Republic Act No. 5250 in 1968?

A ten-year teacher training program for teachers of special and exceptional children.

What law was introduced in 1983 as Batas Pambansa Bilang 344, and what is its main focus?

The Accessibility Law, which aims to ensure access and mobility for persons with disabilities.

What does Republic Act No. 7277/9442, passed in 2007, primarily address?

It outlines the rights and privileges of persons with disabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Republic Act No. 10754, enacted in 2016?

To expand the benefits and privileges of persons with disabilities. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first superintendent to advocate for the education of children with special needs in the Philippines?

Mr. Fred Atkinson Signup and view all the answers

What significant institution was established in 1907 for the deaf and blind in Manila?

Insular School for the Deaf and Blind (ISDB) Signup and view all the answers

Which facility was built in 1927 to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities?

Welfareville Children’s Village Signup and view all the answers

What event occurred in 1945 regarding special education in the Philippines?

The National Orthopedic Hospital School for the Crippled Children and Youth was inaugurated. Signup and view all the answers

Which school in Quezon City began catering to gifted students in 1949?

Quezon City Science High School Signup and view all the answers

In which year was Elsie Gaches Village founded, and who did it serve?

Founded in 1953, it served physically and mentally challenged children. Signup and view all the answers

Which university took a role in training teachers for managing behavior of children with special needs in 1970?

University of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What training program was introduced in Manila's elementary schools in 1975?

The Silahis program Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

History of Special Education in the Philippines

1902: Initiated movement for educating Filipino children with special needs by Mr. Fred Atkinson, General Superintendent of Education.
1907: Establishment of the Insular School for the Deaf and Blind (ISDB) in Manila, led by Mr. David Barrows and Ms. Delight Rice, the first teacher at ISDB.
1927: Construction of Welfareville Children’s Village in Mandaluyong for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
1945: Inauguration of the National Orthopedic Hospital School for Crippled Children and Youth to support children with physical challenges.
1949: Opening of Quezon City Science High School to cater to students with giftedness, four years after the establishment of dedicated special education facilities.
1953: Founding of Elsie Gaches Village in Alabang to assist physically and mentally challenged children.
1960: Introduction of graduate school programs in select colleges and universities focusing on special education.
1963: Philippine Normal University initiated a teacher training program for instructing visually impaired students through Republic Act No. 3562.
1970: University of the Philippines selected to train educators on managing behaviors of children with special needs.
1975: Introduction of the Silahis program aimed at enhancing special education at the elementary level in Manila City Schools.

Significant Litigations and Legislations in Special Education (SPED)

1935: Commonwealth Act No. 3203 established the foundation for special education legislation.
1963: Republic Act No. 3562 aimed at promoting education for the blind in the Philippines.
1968: Republic Act No. 5250 established a ten-year teacher training program for educators of special and exceptional children.
1978: Presidential Decree No. 1509 created the National Commission Concerning Disabled Persons to oversee disability rights.
1983: Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 instituted the Accessibility Law, ensuring access for persons with disabilities.
2000: Presidential Proclamation No. 361 declared the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week for increased awareness.
2004: Republic Act No. 9288, known as the Newborn Screening Act, aimed to prevent disabilities from birth.
2007: Republic Acts No. 7277 and 9442, known as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities, enhanced protection and rights for individuals with disabilities.
2010: Republic Act No. 10070 established institutional mechanisms to support persons with disabilities at the local level.
2016: Republic Act No. 10754 expanded the benefits and privileges for persons with disabilities, enhancing their rights and accessibility.

Description

Explore the evolution of special education in the Philippines, highlighting significant events and milestones from its inception. This quiz covers key developments such as the establishment of the Insular School for the Deaf and Blind and important figures who influenced the field. Test your knowledge on the key dates and anecdotes that shaped special education in the country.