This module provides an overview of the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs) course for teachers. The module objectives are to explain the background and development of the MELCs, unpack the MELCs, and combine related competencies into learning objectives. The first lesson discusses the background, rationale, and development of the MELCs. Teachers will learn about the process used to identify and develop the MELCs and how they support continuity of learning during the pandemic. The second lesson covers unpacking the MELCs and combining them into learning objectives. A Learning Action Cell session is included to discuss lessons.