Legislation for PWDs in the Philippines

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What does RA 10754 (2016) specifically grant for PWDs?

Mandatory employment for PWDs in government offices

Increased scholarship opportunities for PWDs

VAT exemption for certain goods and services purchased by PWDs (correct)

Free public transportation for all PWDs

What is the purpose of RA 11228 (2019)?

To provide financial support for PWDs

To promote physical activity among PWDs

To mandate PhilHealth coverage for PWDs (correct)

To ensure housing benefits for PWDs

Which Act focuses on inclusivity in the education system for PWDs?

RA 10533 (correct)

RA 9442

RA 7610

RA 8371

What does RA 7610 (1992) specifically provide for children?

Special protection against abuse and exploitation Signup and view all the answers

Which Act emphasizes the rights of indigenous peoples, including those with disabilities?

RA 8371 Signup and view all the answers

What main concern does RA 10533 address in terms of education?

Catering to the diverse needs of learners including those with disabilities Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of health care does RA 11228 directly address?

Ensuring PhilHealth coverage for all PWDs Signup and view all the answers

Which law specifically aids in preventing abuse of children with disabilities?

RA 7610 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of full mainstreaming for children with IEPs?

To ensure social and academic integration in regular classrooms Signup and view all the answers

What are transition services primarily designed to accomplish?

To support the transition from school to adult life Signup and view all the answers

Which component is essential in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities?

Development of independent living and vocational skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of SPED Centers as mentioned in the content?

They provide specialized educational resources and training Signup and view all the answers

What does partial mainstreaming entail for students with special needs?

Participation in regular classrooms for part of the day Signup and view all the answers

What does the Act Establishing an Institutional Mechanism to Ensure the Implementation of Programs and Services for PWDs primarily do?

It sets up PWD Affairs Offices in various localities. Signup and view all the answers

What requirement does RA 10366 impose to improve accessibility for PWDs during elections?

Polling places must be accessible for PWDs and senior citizens. Signup and view all the answers

RA 10524 requires private corporations to reserve positions for PWDs. What percentage of their workforce must be allocated?

1% Signup and view all the answers

What does Macapagal-Arroyo's law specifically penalize?

Ridicule and abuses towards PWDs. Signup and view all the answers

Which president is associated with the law that facilitates the implementation of programs and services for PWDs?

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main objectives of the Act Expanding the Positions Reserved for PWDs?

To provide equal opportunity for employment to PWDs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a provision of the law regarding accessible polling places?

Compulsory training for election officials on PWD needs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following acts emphasizes reducing verbal and non-verbal abuse against PWDs?

A law protecting against ridicule Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the White Cane Act?

To promote awareness of the rights of blind individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which act mandates newborn screening for conditions that may lead to disabilities?

Newborn Screening Act Signup and view all the answers

Which provision ensures the right to quality education for all citizens, including persons with disabilities?

1987 Philippine Constitution, Article XIV Signup and view all the answers

What does the Child and Youth Welfare Code recognize regarding children with disabilities?

Their right to education, health, and special protection Signup and view all the answers

What does the 1987 Philippine Constitution guarantee for persons with disabilities in educational institutions?

Accessibility and support Signup and view all the answers

Which President declared August 1 as White Cane Safety Day?

Ferdinand E. Marcos, Sr. Signup and view all the answers

Which act provides for the state's responsibility to protect the right to education for persons with disabilities?

1987 Philippine Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the Newborn Screening Act?

It requires screening for early detection of certain conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of providing supportive environments in atypical development?

Facilitating interventions to navigate developmental stages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following maladaptive behaviors may result from unresolved conflicts in development?

Mistrust and guilt Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical aspect of typical development in children?

Consistent learning environment Signup and view all the answers

At what stage of cognitive development do children primarily develop symbolic thinking?

Preoperational Signup and view all the answers

What is an outcome of differentiated instruction in educational settings?

Adapting the curriculum to meet learning needs Signup and view all the answers

What developmental stage occurs between the age of 2 and 7 years?

Preoperational Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following stages is associated with developing the ability to reason logically?

Concrete Operational Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if a child has not successfully navigated the conflict of Initiative vs. Guilt?

Feelings of inferiority Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Legislation for People with Disabilities (PWDs) in the Philippines

RA 10070 (2010): Establishes PWD Affairs Offices (PDAOs) in every province, city, and municipality.
RA 10366 (2013): Mandates accessible polling places for PWDs and senior citizens during elections.
RA 10524 (2013): Requires government agencies and private corporations to reserve at least 1% of their workforce for PWDs.
RA 10754 (2016): Expands the benefits and privileges granted under RA 9442, including VAT exemption for certain goods and services purchased by PWDs.
RA 11228 (2019): Ensures mandatory PhilHealth coverage for all PWDs.
RA 10533 (2013): Includes provisions for inclusive education in the Enhanced Basic Education Act to cater to the diverse needs of learners, including those with disabilities.

Other Legislation

RA 8371 (1997) Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act: Promotes education that respects the cultural identity and special needs of indigenous peoples, including those with disabilities.
RA 7610 (1992) Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation, and Discrimination Act: Provides special protection for children, including those with disabilities, against abuse, exploitation, and discrimination.
RA 6759 (1989) White Cane Act: Designates August 1 as White Cane Safety Day to promote awareness and respect for the rights of blind individuals.
RA 9288 (2004) Newborn Screening Act: Mandates newborn screening to detect conditions that may lead to disabilities if untreated.

Constitutional Provisions

The 1987 Philippine Constitution establishes the right of all citizens, including PWDs, to quality education.
Article XIV, Section 1 & 2: Guarantees accessibility and support for PWDs in educational institutions.

Presidential Decrees

PD 603 (1974) Child and Youth Welfare Code: Recognizes the rights of children, including those with disabilities, to education, health, and special protection.

Models of Inclusive Education

- Partial Mainstreaming:* Placement in regular classrooms for part of the day to learn survival and independent living skills.
- Full Mainstreaming:* Children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) attend regular classrooms for social and academic benefit, adapting curriculum to their needs.

Transitional Programs

Components: Include coordinated activities focusing on academic and functional achievements to prepare students for post-school life.
Goal: Empower learners to become functional, productive citizens despite their disabilities.

Sustaining Programs

SPED Centers: Established 276 Special Education Centers nationwide.
Support for SPED Programs: Includes provision of SPED items, funding, teacher training, development of instructional materials, and advocacy strategies like SPED caravans.

Stages of Cognitive Development

Sensorimotor (0-2 years): Children develop abilities like symbolic thinking based on sensory experiences and motor skills.
Preoperational (2-7 years): Children begin to use language and symbols to represent objects and ideas.
Concrete Operational (7-11 years): Children develop logical reasoning, but rely on concrete experiences and objects for understanding.
Formal Operational (11-15 years): Children develop abstract thinking, able to reason hypothetically and solve complex problems.

Psychosocial Development: Erikson’s Stages

Typical Development: Children progress through stages, developing abilities like symbolic thinking, logical reasoning, and abstract thinking.
Atypical Development: Unresolved conflicts during critical stages may result in maladaptive behaviors, including fear, shame, doubt, guilt, and inferiority.

Addressing Different Needs

Differentiated Instruction: Encourages varied teaching methods and activities based on students' cognitive levels and readiness, adapting the curriculum to meet individual learning needs.

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Description

Explore the key laws and regulations in the Philippines aimed at supporting people with disabilities (PWDs). This quiz covers various legislations, including RA 10070, RA 10366, and several others that promote accessibility, employment opportunities, and healthcare for PWDs. Test your knowledge and understand the important rights and benefits provided by these laws.