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What is the short title of Republic Act No. 10533?
Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013
What is the declared policy of the State regarding basic education graduates?
To be empowered individuals
What is the purpose of the 'Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013'?
To establish a functional basic education system
What competence are basic education graduates expected to have according to the text?
Competence to engage in work and be productive
What principle does the basic education program need to be rooted on according to the text?
Sound educational principles
What is the objective of basic education according to the text?
To meet basic learning needs as a foundation for future learning
What does the enhanced basic education program consist of?
Six years of elementary education, four years of junior high, and two years of senior high
At what age do students typically enter secondary education?
12 years old
What language are kindergarten and the first three years of elementary education delivered in?
Regional or native language of the learners
What is the entrant age for elementary education?
6 years old
What does the State aim to achieve in terms of education quality?
Providing globally competitive education based on international standards
Study Notes
Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013
- Short title of Republic Act No. 10533: Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013
Declared Policy
- The State affirms that every graduate of basic education is an empowered individual who has learned, acquired skills, and developed values
Purpose of the Act
- To enhance the basic education system to adequately prepare students for the next level of education
Competence of Basic Education Graduates
- Expected to have the competence to pursue their chosen profession, entrepreneurship, or higher education
Basic Education Program
- Needs to be rooted on the principle of "inclusivity, equity, and social justice"
- Objective: To provide a well-rounded education that develops the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social aspects of a person
Program Structure
- Consists of kindergarten, elementary education, and secondary education
- Kindergarten: 5 years old, 1 year
- Elementary education: 6-11 years old, 6 years
- Secondary education: 12-17 years old, 4 years
Language of Instruction
- Kindergarten and the first three years of elementary education: Mother tongue as the language of instruction
- After the first three years of elementary education: Filipino and English as languages of instruction
Test your knowledge on Republic Act No. 10533, also known as the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, which aims to strengthen the Philippine basic education system. Explore the contents and provisions of this educational legislation.
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