What is Mother Tongue? (MTB-MLE- It's Major requirements)
Summary
TLDRIn this educational video, the importance of using mother tongue as the primary language for teaching from kindergarten to grade three is discussed. The script highlights the advocacy of UNESCO and the Department of Education in the Philippines for mother-tongue-based multilingual education (MTB MLE), which is supported by President Benigno Aquino Jr. The video outlines the ten fundamental requirements for a strong MTB MLE program, emphasizing the use of the mother tongue for better learning outcomes and cultural heritage preservation.
Takeaways
- π¨βπ« The language used at home, known as the first language or mother tongue, is crucial for early education as it's the language children know best.
- π« The Department of Education requires the use of the mother tongue in schools from kindergarten to grade three to enhance learning outcomes.
- π UNESCO advocates for the use of the mother tongue in education to preserve cultural heritage, celebrating Mother Tongue Day on February 21st.
- π In the Philippines, Department Order No. 74, series of 2009, institutionalizes Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB MLE).
- π MTB MLE utilizes more than two languages for literacy and instruction, validated by studies to improve learning and promote education for all.
- π€ A working orthography for the local language is essential, accepted by the majority and promoting intellectualization of the language.
- π Development and distribution of affordable instructional materials are necessary, with a focus on beginning reading and children's literature.
- πΆ The mother tongue or first language (L1) is used as the primary medium of instruction from preschool to at least grade 3.
- π’ In secondary education, Filipino and English are the primary mediums of instruction, with L1 as an auxiliary medium to support learning.
- π©βπ« In-service training for teachers is crucial to effectively use L1 for instruction, facilitating reading and cognitive development.
- π€ Community involvement and support are vital for the successful implementation of language and literacy programs.
Q & A
What is the term for the language that a child knows best and uses most?
-The language that a child knows best and uses most is called their 'first language' or 'mother tongue'.
Why does UNESCO advocate for the use of the mother tongue in education?
-UNESCO advocates for the use of the mother tongue to preserve one's heritage and improve learning outcomes.
What is the significance of Mother Tongue Day according to UNESCO?
-Mother Tongue Day is celebrated every February 21 to promote the use of mother tongue in education and to preserve linguistic and cultural diversity.
What is the purpose of Department Order No. 74, series of 2009 in the Philippines?
-Department Order No. 74, series of 2009 institutionalizes Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB MLE) in the Philippines.
What does MTB MLE stand for and what does it involve?
-MTB MLE stands for Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education, which involves the use of more than two languages for literacy and instruction.
What is the role of the mother tongue as a subject and language for teaching and learning according to the script?
-The mother tongue is used as a subject and language for teaching and learning from kindergarten up to grade three to strengthen the language foundation of students.
When should additional languages like Filipino or English be introduced in the curriculum?
-Additional languages such as Filipino or English should be introduced as separate subjects in a carefully planned pacing program, starting no earlier than grade three.
What is the primary medium of instruction in secondary level according to the script?
-In the secondary level, Filipino and English are the primary medium of instruction, but the learner's first language (L1) is still utilized as an auxiliary medium.
Why is it important for teachers to have continuing in-service training in the context of MTB MLE?
-Continuing in-service training helps teachers effectively use the learner's first language (L1) as a language of instruction, facilitating reading, cognitive, academic language proficiency, and development of cognitive and higher-order thinking skills.
What is the role of local government units, parents, and community in implementing the MTB MLE program?
-Local government units, parents, and community play a critical role in ensuring maximum participation and support for the implementation of the language and literacy program strategy.
What are the 10 fundamental requirements for a strong MTB MLE program as per Department Order No. 74, series of 2009?
-The 10 fundamental requirements include a working orthography for the local language, development and distribution of instructional materials, use of L1 as the primary medium of instruction, introduction of L1 as a subject, inclusion of additional languages, use of Filipino and English in secondary level, choice of additional languages, use of the language of instruction for testing, in-service training, and ensuring critical awareness and support from stakeholders.
Outlines
π Introduction to Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education
The script introduces the concept of mother tongue-based multilingual education (MTB MLE) with the narrator, Jay, explaining the importance of using one's first language in education. It highlights the advocacy of UNESCO and the United Nations for the use of mother tongue in education to preserve cultural heritage. The script also references Department Order No. 74, Series of 2009 in the Philippines, which institutionalizes MTB MLE. The order emphasizes the use of mother tongue as a primary medium of instruction from kindergarten to at least grade three, and the gradual introduction of additional languages like Filipino and English. The benefits of MTB MLE in improving learning outcomes and promoting education for all are also discussed.
π« Implementing MTB MLE: Requirements and Strategies
This paragraph delves into the specific requirements for implementing a successful MTB MLE program as outlined in Department Order No. 74, Series of 2009. It discusses the need for a working orthography for the local language, the development of instructional materials, and the use of the learner's first language as the primary medium of instruction. The paragraph also covers the introduction of additional languages as separate subjects, the use of Filipino and English as primary mediums of instruction in secondary level, and the importance of using the learner's first language for testing and assessment. It emphasizes the need for continuous in-service training for educators to effectively use the first language in teaching and to develop cultural sensitivity. Lastly, it stresses the importance of community involvement and support for the successful implementation of the language and literacy program.
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Keywords
π‘Mother Tongue
π‘Department of Education
π‘UNESCO
π‘Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB MLE)
π‘Department Order No. 74, Series of 2009
π‘First Language (L1)
π‘Filipino and English
π‘In-Service Training (INSET)
π‘Cognitive and Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)
π‘Local Government Units (LGUs)
π‘Cultural Sensitivity
Highlights
The language used at home is known as the first language or mother tongue, which is the language a child knows best.
The Department of Education requires the use of mother tongue in schools from kindergarten up to grade three.
UNESCO advocates the use of the mother tongue and celebrates Mother Tongue Day on February 21 each year.
The use of mother tongue is included in the United Nations' Declaration of Education for All (EFA).
In the Philippines, Department Order No. 74, series of 2009, institutionalizes Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB MLE).
MTB MLE involves the use of more than two languages for literacy and instruction.
Studies have shown that using the mother tongue first improves learning outcomes and promotes education for all.
There are 10 fundamental requirements for a strong MTB MLE program as outlined in Department Order No. 74.
A working orthography for the local language is the first requirement, ensuring it is widely spoken and accepted.
Inexpensive instructional materials should be developed, with a focus on beginning reading and children's literature.
The learner's first language should be the primary medium of instruction from preschool to at least grade 3.
Mother tongue or the first language should be introduced in grade one for conceptual understanding.
Additional languages like Filipino or English should be introduced as separate subjects.
In the secondary level, Filipino and English become the primary medium of instruction, with mother tongue as auxiliary.
The choice of additional languages should be at the behest of parents and endorsed by local stakeholders.
The language of instruction should also be the primary language for testing and assessment.
Continuing in-service training is necessary for educators to effectively use the mother tongue as a language of instruction.
Community involvement is crucial for the successful implementation of language and literacy programs.
Transcripts
hi i am your teacher call me jay
great to have you today let's start our
class
the language that you use at home is
your first language
which is also called as mother tongue it
is the language
that child knows best and uses most
because it is the first language of the
learner
why did the department of education
require schools
to use the mother tongue as a subject
and as a language
for teaching and learning from
kindergarten up to grade three
let's find out
no less than the united nations
educational scientific cultural
organization or
unesco advocates the use of the mother
tongue
and celebrates mother tongue day every
february 21
each year the united nations in its
declaration of education for
all or efa has included a provision
on the use of mother tongue to preserve
one's heritage
in the jamian declaration
in our country the department of
education issued department order number
74
series of 2009 institutionalizing mother
tongue-based multilingual education
or mtb mle this was strengthened by the
declaration
of the president of the philippines
benigno aquino jr
when he said learn english well and
connect to the world
learn filipino well and connect to your
country
retain your dialect and connect to your
heritage
according to deputy order number 74
series of 2009
mtb mle is the use of more than two
languages
for literacy and instruction local and
international studies
have validated the superiority of the
use of the mother tongue first
in improving learning outcomes and
promoting education
for all
in order to provide a strong mtb mle
program
there are 10 fundamental requirements
needed according to
debit order 74 s.2009
these are
number one a working orthography
or alphabet and spelling for the local
language
that is acceptable to the majority of
the stakeholders
and promotes intellectualization of that
language
the chosen language must be known and
widely spoken
in a particular locality it should be
approved
by the people in concern with the
preferred language
number two development production
and distribution of inexpensive
instructional materials
with special priority to beginning
reading in children's literature
as much as possible the materials should
be original
localized in terms of people of events
realities and appropriate to the
language age
and culture of the learners
number three the use of the learner's
first language or
l1 as the primary medium of instruction
from preschool until at least grade 3.
it shall be the main vehicle to teach
understanding
and mastery of the subjects the teachers
should give more focus in using the
prescribed language
number four mother tongue or the first
language
l1 as a subject and a language for
teaching and learning
will be introduced in grade one for
conceptual understanding
the reason to use the mother tongue in
grade one is to strengthen the language
foundation of the students
this will help them better understand
the lesson they are taught with
number five the inclusion of additional
languages
such as filipino or english and other
local for foreign languages
shall be introduced as separate subjects
in a carefully planned pacing programs
the means that subjects that use foreign
languages should be taught in a
different
subject with a sufficient allocated time
number six in the secondary level
filipino and english shall be the
primary medium of instruction
moi however though filipino and english
is the primary language to be used still
the learner's l1 shall still be utilized
as an auxiliary medium of instruction
number seven other than english filipino
or
arabic for matter in schools the choice
of additional languages
shall be at the behest of parents and
endorsed by the local stakeholders
and as resources permit but remember
when the pupils are ready
filipino and english shall be gradually
used as moi
no earlier than grade three however
l1 shall be effectively used to scaffold
learning
number eight the language of instruction
teaching
shall also be the primary language for
testing in all regular school-based
and system-wide examinations and in all
international benchmarking
and assessment exercises it shall be
maintained
that the focus of educational assessment
shall be specifically on the learner's
understanding of the subject content
and not be muddled on language testing
number nine there must be a continuing
in service training or
inset in partnership with mle
specialists
on the effective use of l1 as language
of instruction
teaching to facilitate reading cognitive
academic language proficiency
and development of cognitive and higher
order thinking skills or
hots of the learners inset
shall likewise equip educators to
develop cultural sensitivity
and enhance appreciation for cultural
and linguistic diversity
number 10 ensuring critical awareness
maximum participation and support from
the local government units
lgu's parents and community for the
implementation of the language and
literacy program
strategy teachers should build
collaboration
with the community to reach these
individuals
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