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What is one of the benefits of using a child's mother tongue as a medium of instruction?
What is one of the benefits of using a child's mother tongue as a medium of instruction?
- Children prefer English over their mother tongue
- Children perform worse academically
- Children feel uncomfortable in school
- Children learn better in a language they understand (correct)
How does the use of mother tongue in education impact parental involvement?
How does the use of mother tongue in education impact parental involvement?
- Parents are less likely to understand school instructions
- Parental involvement remains unchanged regardless of language
- Parental involvement decreases as children begin schooling
- Parents can better assist with homework and engage in school activities (correct)
What is associated with multilingualism in children according to the benefits listed?
What is associated with multilingualism in children according to the benefits listed?
- Higher earnings and socio-economic status (correct)
- Reduced chances of staying in school
- Lower socio-economic status
- Decreased self-esteem
What effect does mother tongue education have on children's school retention rates?
What effect does mother tongue education have on children's school retention rates?
What is one observed outcome for schools that employ mother tongue in instruction?
What is one observed outcome for schools that employ mother tongue in instruction?
What is the primary goal of the K to 12 basic education program in the Philippines?
What is the primary goal of the K to 12 basic education program in the Philippines?
What does the general kindergarten program in the Philippines focus on?
What does the general kindergarten program in the Philippines focus on?
Which law made kindergarten education mandatory in the Philippines?
Which law made kindergarten education mandatory in the Philippines?
What role does the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) play in kindergarten education?
What role does the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) play in kindergarten education?
What significant change occurred with the implementation of the K to 12 curriculum regarding kindergarten?
What significant change occurred with the implementation of the K to 12 curriculum regarding kindergarten?
Which act contributed to the strengthening of early childhood education in the Philippines?
Which act contributed to the strengthening of early childhood education in the Philippines?
What is the minimum age requirement for children to enroll in the general kindergarten program in the Philippines?
What is the minimum age requirement for children to enroll in the general kindergarten program in the Philippines?
What does ensuring 'integrated and seamless learning' in the kindergarten curriculum emphasize?
What does ensuring 'integrated and seamless learning' in the kindergarten curriculum emphasize?
What is one main reason the Philippines shifted to the K to 12 education system?
What is one main reason the Philippines shifted to the K to 12 education system?
Which Act was passed in 2012 to institutionalize the K to 12 curriculum?
Which Act was passed in 2012 to institutionalize the K to 12 curriculum?
What was a common opposition to the K to 12 program among students and parents?
What was a common opposition to the K to 12 program among students and parents?
What was one reported consequence of the 10-year basic education cycle in the Philippines?
What was one reported consequence of the 10-year basic education cycle in the Philippines?
How many additional years of education were added by the K to 12 program?
How many additional years of education were added by the K to 12 program?
What is not one of the reasons mentioned for shifting to the K to 12 system?
What is not one of the reasons mentioned for shifting to the K to 12 system?
Which country is not listed as one of the remaining countries with a 10-year basic education system?
Which country is not listed as one of the remaining countries with a 10-year basic education system?
What did the Senate Economic Planning Office (SECO) attribute the deterioration of education quality to?
What did the Senate Economic Planning Office (SECO) attribute the deterioration of education quality to?
What was the main purpose of Republic Act No. 10157?
What was the main purpose of Republic Act No. 10157?
What does the acronym ECCD stand for as mentioned in the context?
What does the acronym ECCD stand for as mentioned in the context?
How does the Early Years Act of 2013 relate to the responsibilities of the Department of Education?
How does the Early Years Act of 2013 relate to the responsibilities of the Department of Education?
What developmental areas does kindergarten education promote according to the Kindergarten Education Act?
What developmental areas does kindergarten education promote according to the Kindergarten Education Act?
What is the medium of instruction as mandated for the kindergarten level under the mother tongue-based multilingual education policy?
What is the medium of instruction as mandated for the kindergarten level under the mother tongue-based multilingual education policy?
What is the overarching goal of the Education for All (EFA) initiative mentioned?
What is the overarching goal of the Education for All (EFA) initiative mentioned?
Which Republic Act established the framework for including kindergarten in the basic education system?
Which Republic Act established the framework for including kindergarten in the basic education system?
What legislative act was passed to ensure that kindergarten education becomes compulsory?
What legislative act was passed to ensure that kindergarten education becomes compulsory?
What is the Medium of Instruction (MOI) for Grades 1 and 2 in subjects like Mathematics and MAPEH?
What is the Medium of Instruction (MOI) for Grades 1 and 2 in subjects like Mathematics and MAPEH?
In which quarter is Filipino first introduced as a Learning Area in Grade 1?
In which quarter is Filipino first introduced as a Learning Area in Grade 1?
Which Learning Area is taught separately in Grades 1 and 2?
Which Learning Area is taught separately in Grades 1 and 2?
What does MAPEH stand for in the context of education in Grades 1 and 2?
What does MAPEH stand for in the context of education in Grades 1 and 2?
What educational program is associated with the implementation of the guidelines mentioned?
What educational program is associated with the implementation of the guidelines mentioned?
What are the subjects covered by Mother Tongue as a Medium of Instruction in Grades 1 and 2?
What are the subjects covered by Mother Tongue as a Medium of Instruction in Grades 1 and 2?
Which of the following is NOT included in the subjects taught through the Mother Tongue in Grades 1 and 2?
Which of the following is NOT included in the subjects taught through the Mother Tongue in Grades 1 and 2?
What is one key aspect of the language learning areas mentioned in the guidelines for Grades 1 and 2?
What is one key aspect of the language learning areas mentioned in the guidelines for Grades 1 and 2?
Study Notes
Institutionalization of Kindergarten
- Kindergarten is a 10-month program for children who are at least five years old.
- Kindergarten is provided in regular elementary schools.
- The curriculum is thematic and integrative to develop foundational skills.
- The program is designed to prepare children for Grade 1.
- Kindergarten was optional until the implementation of the K to 12 curriculum in 2012.
- The Kindergarten Education Act (RA 10157) was passed in 2011.
- Kindergarten became an integral part of the basic education system.
- It's now compulsory and mandatory.
- The program aims to meet the Millennium Development Goals on achieving Education for All (EFA) by 2015.
- Kindergarten education promotes holistic development, including physical, social, affective, cognitive, and creative-aesthetic aspects.
- The Early Years Act of 2013 (RA 10410) designates children ages 0-4 as the responsibility of the ECCD Council.
- Children between 5-8 are now under DepEd's responsibility due to the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2012 (RA 10533).
Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE)
- The policy is based on the need to make education learner-oriented and responsive to learners' needs, cognitive and cultural capacity, circumstances, and diversity.
- MTB-MLE is implemented in the kindergarten level by virtue of DepEd Order No. 32, series of 2012.
- Mother tongue is used as a medium of instruction in kindergarten.
- Using the local language understood by learners is seen as an important benefit for children.
- Children learn better and faster in a language they understand, increasing self-esteem and participation of parents in school activities.
- Children who take advantage of their multilingualism benefit from higher socio-economic status.
Enhanced Basic Education Act (RA 10533)
- The Philippines previously had a 10-year basic education system, lagging behind other countries that adopted a 12-year system.
- The Enhanced Basic Education Act (RA 10533) was passed in 2012
- It institutionalized the K to 12 curriculum, which added kindergarten and two more years of Senior High School to the basic education program.
DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2013
- The Department of Education (DepEd) issued clarifications on the implementation of the Language Learning Areas and their time allotment in Grades 1 and 2.
- Mother Tongue is used as a medium of instruction for Mathematics, Araling Panlipunan (AP), Music, Arts, Physical Education and Health (MAPEH), and Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP).
- Mother Tongue is also taught as a separate Learning Area.
- Filipino is introduced as a Learning Area in Grade 1 during the second quarter.
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Explore the evolution and significance of kindergarten education as a vital part of the basic education system. This quiz covers the legislative background, curriculum goals, and developmental aspects integrated into kindergarten programs. Understand its impact on children's early learning and development.
