UNIT V: C. Policies on the K to 12 Program on EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ( Part 1)

Summary

This script discusses the K-12 program's policies, focusing on Early Childhood Education (ECE). It outlines the objectives of the Department of Education's Order No. 21, Series of 2019, emphasizing kindergarten and elementary education as foundational stages. The script highlights the importance of play in child development and the necessity of a nurturing environment for learning. It also covers the principles of early childhood education from the National Early Learning Framework and the role of assessment in monitoring a child's progress.

Takeaways

• 📚 The Department of Education's Order No. 21, Series of 2019 provides policy guidelines for the K-12 basic education program.
• 🎓 The K-12 program aims to articulate its context, features, and programs, offer a comprehensive explanation of its components, and integrate existing policies.
• 🌟 Kindergarten is the first stage of compulsory and mandatory formal education, targeting children at least five years old.
• 📈 Elementary education is the second stage, consisting of six years from grade 1 to grade 6, focusing on literacy, numeracy, social, and civic skills.
• 👶 Early Childhood Education (ECE) is crucial for developing a child's intelligence, personality, and behavior, with physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language development being key areas.
• 👧 Children aged 0 to 8 experience rapid development, with a slowdown in physical growth but improvements in fine motor coordination and organ system maturation.
• 🤸‍♂️ Play is an essential part of learning and development in early childhood, aiding socialization and exploration.
• 🌐 The National Early Learning Framework (NELF) provides 16 principles to guide the understanding of early childhood learners.
• 🏡 The family and community play a significant role in early childhood education, with the mother tongue used as the primary language of learning.
• 📊 Assessment in early childhood education is qualitative and descriptive, focusing on a child's developmental needs rather than academic achievement.
• 🏫 The kindergarten to grade 3 curriculum is designed to provide meaningful, culture-based learning experiences and equip learners with fundamental literacy and numeracy skills.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the Department of Education Order No. 21 series of 2019?

The main focus is to provide policy guidelines on the K-12 basic education program, including articulating its context, features, and components, as well as establishing a framework for monitoring and evaluation.

What are the three objectives of the K-12 basic education program as outlined in the Department of Education Order No. 21 series of 2019?

The three objectives are: 1) to provide context and articulate its features and programs, 2) to offer a comprehensive explanation of the K-12 basic education program and its components, and 3) to integrate existing policies and guidelines on K-12, providing a reference point for ongoing and future reviews.

What is the significance of kindergarten education in the K-12 program?

Kindergarten education is the first stage of compulsory and mandatory formal education, consisting of one year of preparatory education for children at least five years old as a requirement for grade one.

How long does Elementary education last according to the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013?

Elementary education lasts for six years, from grade 1 to grade 6.

What is the purpose of Elementary education in the K-12 program?

The purpose is to help learners develop a solid base of literacy, numeracy, social, and civic skills.

What are the two stages of the K-12 curriculum for Elementary education?

The two stages are K stage one, which is kindergarten to grade 3, and K stage two, which is grades four to six.

What are the characteristics of learners in the early childhood stage, ages 0 to 8?

From age zero to four, children develop quickly in all aspects of development. From five to eight, their physical growth slows down, but there are significant improvements in fine motor coordination. Their organ systems are maturing, and it's important that their health and nutritional needs are met.

Why is play considered important in early childhood education?

Play is important because it is a natural way for children to learn and develop. It helps them socialize, explore, and learn by observing and imitating models such as parents, teachers, or peers.

What are the 16 principles provided by the National Early Learning Framework (NELF) for understanding early childhood learners?

The NELF provides principles that guide the understanding of early childhood learners, emphasizing aspects such as child growth and development, the importance of a nurturing environment, the value of play, and the significance of cultural and religious beliefs in learning.

How should learning materials be selected for early childhood education?

Learning materials should be developmentally appropriate, culturally based, and sustain interest in active learning. The use of locally available resources is encouraged.

What is the role of assessment in early childhood education?

Assessment in early childhood education is used to evaluate or estimate a child's learning progress. It should be conducted regularly and kept confidential, with results being qualitative or descriptive rather than numerical.

What is the goal of the kindergarten to grade 3 curriculum in the K-12 program?

The goal is to provide learners with opportunities for meaningful and culture-based learning experiences, introduce them to concepts of self and community, and equip them with fundamental literacy and numeracy skills needed for academic success.

Outlines

00:00

📚 Introduction to K-12 Program and ECE Policies

The script introduces the K-12 basic education program in the Philippines, focusing on the Department of Education's Order No. 21, series of 2019. This policy guideline aims to provide context, articulate features and programs, offer a comprehensive explanation of the K-12 program components, and establish a framework for monitoring and evaluation. It integrates existing policies and sets a reference for future reviews. The discussion then narrows down to Early Childhood Education (ECE), particularly kindergarten and elementary education, which are the first stages of compulsory formal education. The script outlines the objectives of kindergarten and elementary education, emphasizing the development of literacy, numeracy, and social skills. It also discusses the characteristics of learners in the early childhood stage, highlighting the importance of play in learning and development, and the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language development aspects.

05:02

👶 Principles of Early Childhood Education

This section delves into the principles of early childhood education as outlined by the National Early Learning Framework (NELF). It emphasizes the uniqueness of child growth and development, the importance of a positive and responsive learning environment, and the encouragement of children to aspire beyond their current achievements. The framework highlights the child's innate love for learning and the necessity of a healthy environment provided by parents, teachers, and the community. It also underscores the significance of play in a child's learning process and the use of locally available resources and the child's mother tongue in education. The script stresses the importance of active learning and the cultural and religious values that should be instilled in children.

10:05

📈 Assessment in Early Childhood Education

The final paragraph discusses the assessment process in early childhood education, emphasizing that it should be regular and confidential, with qualitative or descriptive feedback rather than numerical ratings. It highlights the importance of involving families and communities in the learning outcomes to foster cooperation and partnerships. The script also outlines the curriculum for kindergarten to grade 3, which aims to provide meaningful and culture-based learning experiences, introduce learners to concepts of self and community, and equip them with fundamental literacy and numeracy skills. The kindergarten education program's goals are also mentioned, including the achievement of standards and competencies, the promotion of physical, social, cultural, emotional, and intellectual development, and the preparation for further schooling.

Keywords

💡K-12 Program

The K-12 Program refers to the educational system in the Philippines that spans from kindergarten through 12th grade. It is a comprehensive educational framework designed to provide a solid foundation for students. In the video, the K-12 Program is discussed in the context of policy guidelines, highlighting its importance in shaping the educational landscape and setting the stage for future educational reforms.

💡Department of Education

The Department of Education (DepEd) is the government agency responsible for the governance and regulation of the educational system in the Philippines. In the script, DepEd is mentioned as the entity that issues policy guidelines, such as Order No. 21, Series of 2019, which outlines the objectives and framework for the K-12 basic education program.

💡ECE

ECE stands for Early Childhood Education, which is a critical stage in a child's development, typically covering the period from birth to eight years old. The script emphasizes the importance of ECE, particularly kindergarten education, as the first stage of compulsory education, and discusses how it lays the groundwork for literacy, numeracy, and social skills.

💡Kindergarten Education

Kindergarten Education is the first formal year of education for children who are at least five years old. As mentioned in the script, it is a preparatory year designed to prepare children for Grade 1. The script highlights the role of kindergarten in providing a structured learning environment that promotes physical, social, cultural, emotional, and intellectual development.

💡Elementary Education

Elementary Education covers the second stage of compulsory basic education, consisting of six years from Grade 1 to Grade 6. The script discusses the purpose of elementary education, which is to help learners develop a solid base of literacy, numeracy, social, and other foundational skills. It is part of the K-12 curriculum, with K-Stage 1 being kindergarten to Grade 3 and K-Stage 2 being Grades 4 to 6.

💡Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes refer to the specific skills, knowledge, and attitudes that students are expected to acquire by the end of a particular stage of education. In the context of the video, learning outcomes are intended to engage students in rich, vibrant, and culture-based experiences, as outlined in Annex A of DepEd Order No. 21, Series of 2019.

💡Developmental Needs

Developmental Needs encompass the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language requirements necessary for a child's growth. The script emphasizes that it is crucial to address these needs to support a child's holistic development, particularly during the early childhood stage, which is considered critical for forming intelligence, personality, and behavior.

💡Play-based Learning

Play-based Learning is an educational approach that uses play as a primary method for delivering content and fostering learning. The script highlights the importance of play in early childhood education, stating that it is essential for learning and development, allowing children to socialize, explore, and learn through observation and imitation.

💡National Early Learning Framework (NELF)

The National Early Learning Framework (NELF) is a set of guidelines developed by the Early Childhood Care and Development Council (ECCD) to provide a comprehensive understanding of early childhood learners. The script mentions that NELF provides 16 principles to guide the education of young children, emphasizing the importance of a child's growth and development, the interrelation of different aspects of growth, and the need for a positive and responsive learning environment.

💡Assessment

Assessment in the context of the video refers to the evaluation or estimation of a child's learning progress. The script discusses the importance of assessment in early childhood education, stating that it should be qualitative or descriptive rather than numerical, and should be conducted regularly to respond to the child's learning needs. It also mentions that the results of assessments should be kept confidential to protect the child's privacy.

💡Cultural Values

Cultural Values are the beliefs, customs, and traditions that are passed down within a society or community. In the script, cultural values are mentioned in relation to the K-12 curriculum, emphasizing the importance of incorporating these values into the learning process to foster a sense of identity and belonging among students.

Highlights

Introduction to the Department of Education's Order No. 21, Series of 2019, which provides policy guidelines on the K-12 basic education program.

Objectives of the K-12 program include providing context, a comprehensive explanation of the program, and a framework for monitoring and evaluation.

Integration of existing policies and guidelines on K-12 education with a reference point for ongoing and future reviews.

Emphasis on Early Childhood Education (ECE), particularly kindergarten and elementary education as part of K stage one.

Kindergarten defined as the first stage of compulsory and mandatory formal education under the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.

Elementary education consists of six years, aiming to develop literacy, numeracy, social, and life skills.

Elementary education is divided into two stages: K stage one (kindergarten to grade 3) and K stage two (grades 4 to 6).

Characteristics of learners in elementary school and early childhood, highlighting the importance of play and socialization.

The critical period of early childhood for forming intelligence, personality, and behavior, with a focus on physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development.

Importance of meeting the health and nutritional needs of children aged 0 to 8 and the role of play in their learning and development.

Principles of early childhood education outlined by the National Early Learning Framework, including child growth and development, learning through play, and cultural values.

The significance of the mother tongue as the child's language of learning and its role as a bridge to learning other languages.

Assessment in early childhood education should be qualitative, descriptive, and confidential, focusing on the child's progress and developmental needs.

Kindergarten to grade 3 curriculum aims to provide meaningful, culture-based learning experiences and equip learners with fundamental skills.

The kindergarten education program aims to achieve standards and competencies for five-year-old children and contribute to universal kindergarten education.

Mandatory and compulsory nature of the basic education program, including kindergarten, to promote children's physical, social, cultural, emotional, and intellectual development.

The role of ECE in education, emphasizing the significance of play and structured learning experiences for young children.

Transcripts

good day miss Caitlin good day

classmates I am Kristen May Ruiz from

visit1i1 and today I'm going to discuss

about policies on the K-12 program on

ECE

so first let's have the introduction

with it which is the Department of

Education our deep Ed ordered number

21 series of 2019 entitled policy

guidelines on the K-12 basic education

program with objectives such as but not

limited to

number one provides context to

articulate its context features and

programs number two provides a

comprehensive explanation of the K-12

basic education program and its

components across all the case stages

and to provide a clear framework for the

monitoring and evaluation of the program

number three

integrates many of the existing policies

and guidelines on K-12 and provides a

reference point for ongoing and or

future review of any of its components

as may be directed by the secretary

on August 22 2019 the Deep Ed issued

order number 21 series of 2019 uh

entitled policy guidelines on the K-12

basic education program with those three

objectives

but one essential part of those

guidelines is on ECE particularly on

kindergarten education and Elementary

education or what we call K stage one so

next is the kindergarten education

so enhance basic education Act of 2013

kindergarten is the first stage of

compulsory and mandatory formal

education so as defined in in the

enhanced basic education Act of 2013

kindergarten is the first stage of

compulsory and mandatory formal

education

which consists of one year of

Preparatory education or what we call

prep for children at least five years

old as requirement for grade one next is

Elementary education

enhance basic education Elementary

education refers to the second stage of

compulsory basic education consisting of

six years grade 1 2 grade 6 which is

consists of six years

so the purpose of it is to help Learners

develop a solid base of literacy

numeracy social and acquiry skills

so next is outcomes intended to engage

them in Rich vibrant culture based and

meaningful experiences as according to

Annex a

depth at order number 21 series of 2019.

Elementary education is specifically

represented by Elementary grades which

refers to grade levels in Elementary

from grade 1 to grade 6. these are

composed of two stages of the K-12

curriculum the case stage one

is kindergarten to grade 3 while K stage

two

is our grades four to grade six

so next is the characteristics of

Learners in the elementary school or

early childhood the ages 0 to 8. from

age zero to four years old children are

developing quickly in all aspects of

development from five to eight years old

children's physical growth slowed down a

little but great strides and grows in

fine motor coordination take place their

organ system are maturing and it is

important that their health and

nutritional needs are met

so according to nxa Department order

number 21 series of 2019. so the Early

Childhood is critical period because it

is where you formulate child's

intelligence personality and the

behavior

the aspects of development are physical

cognitive social emotional and language

it is important to move and mature both

muscular skeletal nervous respiratory

circulatory and immune systems and to

meet their nutritional needs

so play is important

part of Learning and Development this

period socialize other people

experience and explore because by this

age they will learn by observing and

imitating models that they usually met

like their parents teachers or ilama

friends

so developing capacity to share and take

turns and they are able to play

cooperatively with their peers so the

play is very essential

two

they're learning and their development

and at this stage also children is

learning their identities and it and is

expected of them by observing and

imitating their models so

at this stage zero to eight

imitate

because we are the role models foreign

so next is the principles of early

childhood education the national Early

Learning framework or n Alf are now

developed by that early childhood care

and Development Council or eccd provides

for 16 principles to serve as guide to

understanding of Early Childhood

learners

so first a on child growth and

development

so growth and development vary from

child to child for whom the first six

years of life are most vital

every aspect of growth and development

is interrelated and interdependent

Learning and Development of every child

involved a series of complex and dynamic

processes that are best attended to in a

more positive and responsive manner the

child must be encouraged to Aspire

Beyond one's own level of achievements

and to practice newly acquired

competencies so every child is a

thinking moving feeling and interactive

human being

according to now 2010 so every person is

unique

also it is good if the child is natural

or innate or inborn love to learn by

that they can gain and learn through

their experiences or exploration so

every child needs to be taught and take

good care to his or her healthy

environment especially to his parents

and teachers or to the adults around him

also every parents are surrounds first

one encourage the child must encourage

the child to pursue and practice

learning so it is easily adapted to the

child

to his super environment so let's

practice the cultural values and

religious beliefs to them

so on learning program

children are engaged as active Learners

through play

the contacts for Early Learning and

Development the learning program is

appropriate for developing the domains

of development identified in then now

and must sustain interest in active

learning of all young children including

those with special about abilities are

marginalized and are at risk learning

materials and other resources that are

locally available are developed is

encouraged the mother tongue shall be

used as the child's language of learning

in the early years and shall be

recognized as a bridge learning of

language

so now 2010

so in early childhood education

play is very important to impart

knowledge and experience to every child

and also the Learning Materials is

highly encouraged to use to every

School's teachers

so according to now of 2010 the mother

tongue should be used child's language

and should be known as Passover language

in learning foreign

parents of the child's progress

essential and identifying the child

total developmental needs and does not

determine academic achievement

best conducted on a regular basis so

that a timely response may be made to

Imperial learning process the results of

the assessment of learning of the child

shall be kept strictly confidential

rating should be qualitative or

descriptive and not only

numerical the family and community may

be in form of the general outcomes of

learning in the early years so as they

to encourage further cooperation and

Partnerships a snaf said 2010

so as assessment defined it is the

evaluation or estimation of the nature

quality or ability to someone lessons

so that's why until now assessment is

still there so the assessment of

learning zabata is private there's also

the waist boli

salad because of their learning their

slow learning development because the

enlightenment on

so that's why this assessment

is

so okay stage one which is the

kindergarten to grade three so to

contribute to fulfilling the cost of

Elementary education the kindergarten to

grade 3 curriculum aims to a provide

Learners with opportunities to engage in

meaningful and culture-based learning

experiences and access to carefully

selected and developmentally appropriate

learning materials and resources so

letter B introduce Learners too everyone

the sense of self and Community Concepts

and ideas in different learning areas

and positive attitude towards learning

next to equip Learners with fundamental

literacy and geometrical skills and

competencies needed for academic success

in the later case stages so nxaid deput

order 21 series of 2019 so in

kindergarten to grade 3 case stage

foreign

in the near future so the kindergarten

education program this program aims for

all five-year-old children to achieve

the standards and competencies expected

to them it also aims to contribute

positively to the development of young

children achievements of universal

kindergarten or provision of

kindergarten

education to all will increase Young

Learners chances of completing schooling

reduce incidents of school

diverse and ensure better school

performance as a deep in order 47 series

of 2016.

so the kindergarten education is the

basic education program and it is

mandatory and compulsory

program

will provide more structured learning

experiences to effectively promote the

children physical social cultural

emotional and intellectual development

appeal code and values to sufficiently

prepare them to further schooling to

Elementary

so as we said

we said history of

ECE

not play

plays a significant role in education so