TLE 8: Q2_WEEK 3- Day 1: REPUBLIC ACT 10654 ||MATATAG CURRICULUM

Summary

This lesson on Republic Act 10654, part of the TLA8 curriculum, educates learners about the law’s role in combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing in the Philippines. Students explore key concepts such as aquaculture, aquatic pollution, endangered species, and fine mesh nets, while engaging in discussions and KWL chart activities. The lesson highlights the act’s provisions on enhanced penalties, monitoring systems, port state measures, sustainable practices, and international compliance. It also explains enforcement across Philippine waters, aquaculture sites, and flag vessels, as well as regulations on the import and export of fishery products, emphasizing penalties and cooperation requirements to protect marine biodiversity and fisheries resources.

Takeaways

• 😀 The lesson focuses on Republic Act 10654, an amendment to the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998, aimed at combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
• 😀 By the end of the lesson, learners should demonstrate knowledge about illegal fishing, participate in discussions, and develop an appreciation for environmental conservation.
• 😀 Students are encouraged to use a KWL chart to review past knowledge and identify topics they want to learn in the lesson.
• 😀 Key vocabulary includes aquaculture, aquatic pollution, endangered species, and fine mesh nets, which are critical for understanding fisheries management.
• 😀 Aquaculture involves raising and culturing fish and other aquatic species in freshwater, brackish, or marine environments.
• 😀 Aquatic pollution refers to harmful substances or energy introduced into water, negatively impacting ecosystems, human health, and aquatic activities.
• 😀 Endangered species are aquatic plants and animals at risk of extinction, including corals and certain seashells.
• 😀 Republic Act 10654 introduces enhanced penalties, monitoring systems, port state measures, and sustainable fishing practices to protect marine biodiversity.
• 😀 Enforcement of RA 10654 covers all Philippine waters, aquatic resources, aquaculture lands, and Philippine-flagged vessels in international waters under regional management organizations.
• 😀 Importing or exporting fish in violation of the code is illegal, with administrative fines, criminal penalties, and potential bans from fishery-related activities for offenders.
• 😀 The law aligns with international agreements, promoting responsible fisheries management and compliance with FAO and UN standards.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the lesson in the video?

The main topic of the lesson is Republic Act 10654, which addresses illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing in the Philippines.

What are the learning objectives of the lesson?

The learning objectives are: 1) Demonstrate knowledge about illegal fishing, 2) Participate in classroom discussions, and 3) Develop interest in environmental and conservation concepts.

What activity is used for the short review at the beginning of the lesson?

Students use a KWL chart to write down what they know, what they want to know, and later what they have learned about the topic.

How is 'aquaculture' defined in the lesson?

Aquaculture is defined as fishery operations that involve raising and culturing fish and other aquatic species in freshwater, brackish, or marine environments.

What does 'aquatic pollution' mean according to the lesson?

Aquatic pollution is the harmful introduction of substances or energy into the aquatic environment by humans or machines, causing adverse effects on living and non-living resources, human health, and aquatic activities.

What is considered an 'endangered species' in the context of this lesson?

Endangered species are aquatic plants and animals, including some corals and seashells, that are at risk of extinction as defined by fisheries laws, DNR regulations, and international agreements.

What are fine mesh nets and why are they regulated?

Fine mesh nets are nets with a mesh size smaller than 3 cm between opposite knots. They are regulated because they can capture juvenile fish, contributing to overfishing and ecosystem disruption.

What are the key provisions of Republic Act 10654?

Key provisions include enhanced penalties for illegal fishing, vessel monitoring systems, port state measures to prevent illegal fish from entering the market, promotion of sustainable fishing practices, and alignment with international fisheries agreements.

Which areas and resources are covered under the enforcement of RA 10654?

RA 10654 enforcement covers all Philippine waters, the 200-nautical mile exclusive economic zone (EEZ), continental shelf, all aquatic and fishery resources (inland, coastal, offshore), aquaculture lands and businesses, and Philippine-flagged vessels operating under regional fisheries management organizations or high seas.

What are the import and export regulations for fish under RA 10654?

The law requires documentation, safety, and quality standards for imported and exported fish to prevent illegal fishing. Violations incur administrative fines, criminal penalties including imprisonment, and possible bans from fishery-related businesses.

What penalties exist for violating the import/export rules of RA 10654?

Administrative fines are five times the value of the species or ₱300,000–₱500,000 plus forfeiture or destruction of the species. Criminal penalties include up to 8 years of imprisonment, double the administrative fine, and a ban from fishery-related businesses.

How does RA 10654 promote sustainable fishing practices?

RA 10654 promotes sustainable fishing by protecting marine biodiversity, ensuring long-term viability of fishery resources, and requiring compliance with international fisheries agreements such as the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries.