Presidential Decree No. 1006: Teaching Professionalism
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What is the primary focus of the Decree Professionalizing Teaching?

  • To limit the number of teachers in public schools.
  • To provide teacher education of the highest quality that meets local needs. (correct)
  • To standardize teaching techniques globally.
  • To increase teacher salaries across the board.
  • Which of the following definitions best describes 'teaching' as per the Decree?

  • Training individuals in vocational skills only.
  • Any form of educational activity conducted outside the classroom.
  • Classroom instruction at elementary and secondary levels based on prescribed curriculum. (correct)
  • A profession focused exclusively on higher education.
  • Who is included in the term 'teachers' under the Decree?

  • All persons engaged in teaching and related supervisory roles at elementary and secondary levels. (correct)
  • Teachers in private institutions only.
  • Only full-time educators in public schools.
  • Individuals offering tutoring services privately.
  • What is the role of the National Board for Teachers as established in the Decree?

    <p>To oversee teacher education and professional qualifications. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the definition of 'teachers' in the Decree?

    <p>Educational administrators in private sectors. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum compensation an examiner can receive per examinee?

    <p>P5.00 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum compensation an examiner can earn per examination?

    <p>P18,000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum passing grade required in all subjects for a candidate?

    <p>70 percent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within how many days must examiners report the results after the examination?

    <p>150 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the status of teachers who pass examinations given by the Civil Service Commission?

    <p>They are considered to have passed the board examinations for teachers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may the Board do if a certificate has been revoked?

    <p>Reissue it for reason of equity upon application. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the Professional Teacher Certificate when it is suspended or canceled?

    <p>All rights and privileges of the registrant are revoked. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a new certificate to replace a lost certificate?

    <p>Payment of the required fee and adherence to Board's rules. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the Board related to the examination process?

    <p>Appoint examiners for the Board examination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a duty of the Board?

    <p>Conduct annual performance reviews of teachers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Board have the authority to do regarding Professional Teachers Certificates?

    <p>Issue, suspend, or revoke Professional Teachers Certificates. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What qualification is required for applicants wishing to take the examination?

    <p>Must be a citizen of the Philippines, unless they have been teaching for five years. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is entitled to receive a daily allowance during examination days?

    <p>Supervisors and room examiners appointed by the Board. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the conditions affecting the practice of the teaching profession that the Board must monitor?

    <p>Conditions impacting professional standards and ethics. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following educational qualifications is NOT mentioned as a requirement for applicants?

    <p>Must possess a valid teaching degree. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Board play in relation to examination results?

    <p>Approves the release of examination results. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the registration of teachers from foreign countries?

    <p>Their registration requirements must be substantially similar to those outlined in the Decree. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence is outlined for practicing teaching without a valid Professional Teacher Certificate?

    <p>A fine and potential imprisonment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effectivity date of the Decree?

    <p>January 1, 1977. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the qualifications for foreign teachers?

    <p>Their country's laws must allow Filipino citizens to practice teaching. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen if any provision of this Decree is declared unconstitutional?

    <p>The other provisions will remain unaffected. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions could lead to a penalty under this Decree?

    <p>Practicing without a Professional Teacher Certificate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum penalty for violating provisions of this Decree?

    <p>A fine of One Thousand Pesos. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do foreign teachers have to meet the registration requirements after the effectivity of this Decree?

    <p>Three years. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Teaching (definition)

    Classroom instruction in elementary and secondary levels, following National Board of Education curriculum, in public or private schools, part-time or full-time.

    Teachers (definition)

    All those who teach at elementary and secondary levels, including guidance counselors, librarians, etc., performing supervisory/administrative tasks, and legally qualified to teach.

    National Board for Teachers (function)

    A body established to oversee teacher education and standards.

    Decree Purpose

    To improve teacher education, making it relevant to Philippine needs and conditions.

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    Teaching Professionalization

    The process of standardizing teaching, and creating a professional board to oversee.

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    Board's Power

    The Board has the authority to establish and enforce regulations for teacher education, including setting standards for exams, determining exam dates and locations, and releasing exam results.

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    Board's Duty

    The Board is responsible for ensuring the quality and ethical conduct of the teaching profession by reviewing teaching conditions, adopting measures to improve the profession, and upholding professional standards.

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    Professional Teachers Certificate

    The Board is responsible for issuing, suspending, revoking, replacing, and reissuing professional teachers' certificates. They also administer oaths.

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    Board's Staffing

    The Board appoints officials and employees necessary for its operation, defines their roles, and sets their salaries. This ensures the Board has the resources to fulfill its functions.

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    Examination Fees

    The Board has the power to set and collect fees for teacher examinations and other related services.

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    Board's Rules

    The Board has the authority to create and enforce rules and regulations to guide and implement the goals of the teaching profession.

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    Citizenship Requirement

    To take the teacher examination in this country, applicants must be citizens of the Philippines, with a few exceptions for long-term teachers.

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    Physical & Mental Fitness

    Applicants must be physically and mentally capable of effectively performing teaching duties.

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    Examiner Qualifications

    To be appointed as an examiner, one must be a recognized authority in teacher education.

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    Examiner Compensation

    Examiners receive a fee per examinee, with a maximum limit per examination.

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    Government Examiner Compensation

    Government employees serving as examiners receive additional compensation beyond their salary.

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    Examination Scope

    The content of the examination is determined by the Board, reflecting the national teaching plan.

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    Passing Score

    Candidates need at least 70% overall, with no score below 50% in any subject.

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    Examiner Report

    Examiners must submit their ratings to the Board within 150 days after the exam.

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    Civil Service Equivalency

    Teachers passing Civil Service exams are automatically considered qualified for teaching.

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    Foreign Teacher Registration

    A teacher registered in a foreign country can be registered in the Philippines without an exam if the foreign requirements are similar and the foreign country allows Filipinos to teach on the same basis.

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    Teacher Eligibility

    To teach in the Philippines, you must have a Professional Teacher Certificate or be considered a Professional Teacher by the decree.

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    Teaching Without Certificate

    It is illegal to teach without a Professional Teacher Certificate.

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    Falsifying Certificates

    Presenting someone else's certificate or giving false information to get a certificate is illegal.

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    Penalties for Illegal Teaching

    People teaching without a certificate, falsifying documents, or violating the decree can face fines and imprisonment.

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    Repeal and Modification

    This decree replaces or changes any existing laws that conflict with its provisions.

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    Unconstitutional Provisions

    If a court decides some parts of the decree are unconstitutional, the rest of the decree remains in effect.

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    Decree Effective Date

    This decree became effective on January 1st, 1977.

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    Study Notes

    Presidential Decree No. 1006: Professionalizing Teaching

    • Title: This Decree is known as the Professionalizing Teaching Decree.

    • Policy Declaration: Teacher education will be a top priority for the government, focusing on Philippine conditions and Filipino aspirations, while also incorporating valuable ideas from other countries.

    • Definition of Terms:

      • Teaching: The profession focusing on classroom instruction—elementary and secondary—following national curriculum guidelines (part-time or full-time in public or private schools).
      • Teachers: People involved in teaching at elementary and secondary levels (full-time or part-time), including counselors, librarians, arts/vocational teachers and other supervisory/administrative personnel.
    • National Board for Teachers:

      • There's a National Board for Teachers.
      • The Board is composed of: The Secretary of Education and Culture, the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission, a Commissioner from Professional Regulations Commission, and two private sector members appointed by the President.
    • Board Powers and Duties:

      • Appoint examiners to create and manage yearly teacher examinations at elementary and secondary levels.
      • Establish examination places/dates, and assign supervisors/room examiners who'll receive a daily allowance.
      • Employ examination buildings and facilities, approve applications, and release results.
      • Address issues pertaining to the teaching profession to improve standards and ethics.
      • Issue, suspend, revoke, or replace Professional Teacher Certificates.
      • Hire and direct personnel needed for the Board functions and set their compensation.
      • Set fees, and make rules/regulations to implement the Decree.
    • Examination Qualifications:

      • Applicants must be Filipino citizens for at least five years, of good moral character, free from physical/mental incapacities, and meet specified educational qualifications.
    • Examination Procedures:

      • Examiners are appointed, but their names are confidential until after results are released.
      • Examiners earn a minimum of P5.00 per examinee (maximum P18,000 per exam).
      • Government examiners receive compensation in addition to salaries.
      • Examinations consist of written tests designed by the Board and based on school curriculum.
    • Ratings and Results:

      • Candidates must attain a general average of at least 70% with no grade below 50% in any subject.
      • Examiners report exam results to the Board within 150 days or less.
    • Issuance of Certificates:

      • Teachers passing Civil Service Commission or joint exams with the Department of Education and Culture are considered to have passed Board examinations.
      • The Board can issue certificates of eligibility or a new certificate of registration upon payment of fees.
    • Registration:

      • The Civil Service Commission handles registration and verification for Professional Teacher Certificates.
      • Certificates can be suspended or revoked for valid reasons.
    • Reissuance/Replacement:

      • The Board, due to equity, can re-issue certificates that were lost, destroyed or revoked, upon payment of fees following the Board's guidelines.
    • Reciprocity Registration:

      • Foreign teachers registered in foreign countries with similar requirements can be registered in the Philippines without exams (with proper supporting documents and approval by the Board and a confirmation by the Department of Foreign Affairs).
    • Prohibition:

      • No one can teach in elementary or secondary schools without a valid Professional Teacher Certificate for three years after the Decree's enactment.
    • Penalties:

      • Impersonating or obtaining a certificate fraudulently or violating any provision of the Decree could result in a significant fine combined with imprisonment (based on court discretion)
    • Repealing Clause:

      • Acts or parts thereof conflicting with the Decree are invalid or modified as necessary.
    • Separability Clause:

      • Declaring a part of this Decree invalid or unconstitutional does not affect the validity of other parts of the Decree.
    • Effectivity Date: January 1, 1977.

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    Explore the key elements of Presidential Decree No. 1006, which aims to professionalize teaching in the Philippines. This policy emphasizes the importance of teacher education, aligns with national aspirations, and defines the roles of teachers in both public and private schools. Delve into the structure and functions of the National Board for Teachers as part of this initiative.

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