Teaching History and Philosophies in the Philippines

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What was established by the Educational Decree of 1863 during the Spanish period?

Normal schools for women

A free public school system (correct)

Training centers for teachers

Private schools for wealthy families

Who were considered the first teachers during the American regime?

Local government officials

Normal school graduates

Spanish missionaries

American soldiers (correct)

What does the philosophy of Essentialism emphasize in education?

Individual student choice

Core knowledge and skills (correct)

Universal truths only

Learning through collaboration

In what year was Act 74 enacted, creating the Department of Public Instruction?

1901 Signup and view all the answers

What role do teachers play according to the demands of society mentioned?

Community leaders and consultants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the philosophies of education listed?

Modernism Signup and view all the answers

What is one responsibility teachers have in relation to students and parents?

Influence students positively Signup and view all the answers

When were normal schools for women established in the Philippines?

1875 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum time period a person must not have any affiliation with a university or review center prior to being appointed to the Board?

Three years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for removing a Board member?

Ethical conduct Signup and view all the answers

How are the Board's compensation levels determined?

Comparable to existing regulatory boards Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to remove a chairman or member of the Board?

The President of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

How often must applicants for registration as professional teachers undergo an examination?

Once a year Signup and view all the answers

What records does the Commission keep regarding professional teachers?

All applications and examination papers Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Professional Regulation Commission's chairman play?

They provide secretariat and support services Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can the President preventively suspend a Board member?

During an ongoing administrative investigation Signup and view all the answers

What is issued to every registrant who has satisfactorily met all requirements and paid the registration fee?

Certificate of registration Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be fulfilled before practicing as a professional teacher?

Taking a professional oath Signup and view all the answers

How often can teachers take the periodic merit examination?

Every five years Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a teacher fails the merit examination twice?

They must take a refresher course Signup and view all the answers

What document is issued as evidence of a registrant's ability to lawfully practice after paying annual registration fees for three consecutive years?

Professional license Signup and view all the answers

What incentive is NOT awarded to teachers who pass the merit examination?

Automatic increase in teaching hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the merit examination for teachers?

For merit promotion and professional development Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements about the certificate of registration is accurate?

It can be revoked, suspended, or withdrawn Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for a qualified applicant to receive a certificate of registration as a professional teacher without examination?

Having a certificate of eligibility issued by relevant authorities. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a qualification for an applicant seeking registration without examination?

A credential from a private educational institution. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to teachers who fail the licensure examination for professional teachers?

They can work as para-teachers with a special permit. Signup and view all the answers

How long do incumbent teachers have to register after the organization of the Board for professional teachers?

Two years. Signup and view all the answers

Who issues the professional license to qualified applicants under this Act?

The National Board for Teachers. Signup and view all the answers

What is required from teachers who do not qualify for registration without examination?

Passing the licensure examination to register. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the temporary permit is accurate?

It is a five-year temporary permit for unqualified teachers. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can teachers still register after failing the licensure exam?

If they fulfill other educational requirements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum passing general average rating a candidate must achieve to avoid eligibility as a para-teacher?

75% Signup and view all the answers

How long is the validity of the special permit issued to para-teachers?

Two years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of assigning para-teachers?

To fill gaps in professional teacher availability Signup and view all the answers

Which department is responsible for identifying areas for para-teacher assignment?

Department of Education Signup and view all the answers

What happens to special permits with a validity of three years after the expiration period?

They may be renewed for a non-extendible period of two years. Signup and view all the answers

What change does the Act make to the references of 'Department of Education, Culture and Sports'?

They are updated to 'Department of Education'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if a provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional or invalid?

No other section or provision is affected. Signup and view all the answers

When does this Act take effect?

Upon approval Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Development of Teaching in the Philippines

The Philippines has no established formal schooling system during the pre-Hispanic period
Free public school system was established during the Spanish period by virtue of the Educational Decree of 1863
During the American regime, American soldiers served as the first teachers
In 1901, the Philippine Commission created the Department of Public Instruction
Act 74 of 1901, provided for the establishment of Philippine Normal School (PNS) in Manila
Normal schools for women weren't established until 1875

Key Philosophies of Education

Essentialism: Focus on core knowledge and skills.
Progressivism: Learning through experiences and problem-solving.
Perennialism: Emphasis on enduring ideas and universal truths.
Existentialism: Focus on individual student choice and self-direction.
Behaviorism: Learning shaped by environment and reinforcement.
Linguistic Philosophy: Emphasis on language's role in learning.
Constructivism: Learners construct knowledge through experiences.

The Teacher as a Professional

Teachers are expected to spend at least 6 hours a day, 5 days a week for 10 months.
Teachers spend more time with students than parents
They have a great influence on their students
Teachers work with different groups and play different roles – tutor, nurse, guidance counselor, community leader, resource speaker, consultant, etc.
Schools are expected to work with and for the communities and so are teachers
The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers cites the state, the community, the teaching community, school officials, non-teaching personnel and learners as groups of people with and for whom a teacher works.

Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994 (R.A. 7836)

The law professionalizes teaching in the Philippines
It provides for the creation of a Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) – a regulatory body for all professions
It created the Board for Professional Teachers, which regulates and licenses teachers
It established qualifications for teacher applicants, including licensure requirements
It established qualifications to be a member of the Board
It regulates compensation of the Board, with compensation comparable to existing regulatory boards
It mandates that the Board be under the supervision and control of the Commission
It mandates that the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) provides secretariat and support services
It lays out the process for removing a Board member
It states that applicants must be required to undergo a written examination, which is provided at least once a year
It states that the registration of a professional teacher commences from the date his name is enrolled in the roster of professional teachers.
It mandates that a certificate of registration as a professional teacher be issued upon payment of the registration fee.
It mandates that every registrant who has paid the annual registration fees for three (3) consecutive years be issued a professional license
It states that every registrant shall be required to take his professional oath before practicing as a professional teacher.
It encourages continuing professional growth and development through a period merit examination
It states that those who have failed the licensure examination for professional teachers, with a rating of not lower than five percentage points from the passing general average rating, shall be eligible as para-teachers upon issuance by the Board of a two-year special permit, renewable for a non-extendible period of two (2) years.
It states that the para-teachers shall be assigned to areas where there is a shortage or absence of a professional teacher, as identified and provided by the Department of Education and the Autonomous Region for Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) education department to the Board for professional teachers and to the Commission.
It allows for a special permit to be issued by the Board to a person who has excelled and gained international recognition and is a widely acknowledged expert in his or her respective field of specialization.

Provisions of Act:

It repealed Presidential Decree No. 1006, which was known as the Decree Professionalizing Teaching.
It amended Section 31 of RA 7836, regarding special permits issued to para-teachers.
It amended the terms “Department of Education, Culture and Sports”, to “Department of Education” and “DECS” to “DepEd”
It includes a separability clause, and a repealing clause
It dictates that the act shall take effect upon approval.

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Explore the historical development of the teaching system in the Philippines, from the pre-Hispanic period to contemporary educational philosophies. This quiz covers essential milestones such as the establishment of free public schooling and key educational philosophies impacting teaching methods. Test your knowledge on these significant developments in Philippine education.