The document discusses the need to change the Philippine basic education curriculum from 10 to 12 years (K-12 program). It notes the poor performance of Filipino students in international tests, congested 10-year curriculum, and lack of recognition of Philippine graduates abroad. The K-12 program aims to address these issues by adding two more years to high school to provide a more comprehensive, decongested curriculum and better prepare graduates for work, higher education, or entrepreneurship. The K-12 program is expected to benefit both individuals and society by producing more competitive graduates and accelerating long-term economic growth.

1. BASIC
EDUCATION
PROGRAM
A report by: Tr. Anna Andres

2. Why do we need to change
our curriculum?
“A curriculum needs to be updated
regularly, not only to incorporate
new knowledge but also to adapt
to changing environmental, social,
technological and global contexts.”
-- Dr. Allan Bernardo

3. CURRENT SITUATION:
Where are we now ?

4. Table 1 Philippine Average TIMSS Scores
(Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study)
Scores International
Average
Rank Participating
Countries
2003 Results
Grade IV
Science 332 489 23 25
Mathematics 358 495 23 25
HS II
Science 377 473 43 46
Mathematics 378 466 34 38
2008 Results
Advanced
Mathematics
355 500 10 10
Source: TIMSS, 2003 and 2008
The poor quality of basic education is reflected in the
low achievement scores of Filipino students 

5. K-12BasicEducationProgram
The Philippines is the LAST country in Asia
and one of only three countries worldwide
(the other two being Angola and Djibouti)
with a 10-year basic education program!

6. Source: Adapted from
SEAMEO-INNOTECH
High school
graduates (< 16
year old graduates)
lack basic
competencies and
maturity.
Insufficient
mastery of basic
competencies
due to
congested
curriculum.

7. Our graduates are not automatically
recognized as professionals abroad.
Other countries view the 10-year education
cycle as insufficient.

8. Washington Accord
• prescribes 12 years of basic education
as an entry to recognition of
engineering professionals
Bologna Accord
• requires 12 years of education for
university admission and practice of
profession in European countries
Starting 2010, undergraduate degrees in the
Philippines are no longer recognized in most
European countries.

9. K-12 is NOT NEW! As early as 1925, studies have
observed the inadequacy of the basic education
curriculum. But there is lack of political will…
• Monroe Survey (1925)
• Prosser Survey (1930)
• UNESCO Mission Survey (1949)
• Education Act of 1953
• Swanson Survey (1960)
• Presidential Commission to Survey Philippine Education
(PCSPE)(1970)
• Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM) Report
(1991)
• Presidential Commission on Educational Reforms (2000)
• Presidential Task Force on Education (2008)

10.  low achievement scores
 poor performance in international tests
 congested curriculum
 inadequate preparation for work
 unemployability of high school graduates
 misconception that basic education is
just a preparatory step for college
 graduates not automatically recognized
as professionals abroad
Problems in the 10-year BEP

11. “We need to add two years to our
basic education. Those who can
afford pay up to fourteen years
of schooling before university.
Thus, their children are getting
into the best universities and the
best job after graduation.
I want at least 12 years for our
public school children to give
them an even chance at
succeeding.”
President Benigno S. Aquino III
K-12 was launched on April 24, 2012

12. Graduates of K to 12 are expected to:
 possess sufficient mastery of 21st century
core skills
 be emotionally developed and
competent
 be globally competitive
 be legally employable
 be adequately prepared for the world of
work or entrepreneurship or higher
education
Vision of K-12 BEP

13. Kindergarten
K-12BasicEducationProgram
6 years Elementary
4 years Junior HS
2 years Senior HS
K+6+4+2

16. What will each graduate get?
Grade VI
Junior HS
Senior HS
Batang K-12, Handa saTrabaho o Kolehiyo, Handa sa MundoK-12BasicEducationProgram

23. PHILOSOPHICAL and
LEGAL BASES
. The 1987 Phil. Constitution
. B.P. 232, Education Act of 1982
. R.A. 9155, Governance of Basic Education
Act of 2001
. The 4 pillars of education ( UNESCO )
. The vision- mission statements of DepEd
. The EDCOM Report of 1991
. Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda
(BESRA)
NATURE OF THE LEARNER
. Has a body and spirit, intellect, free will,
emotions, multiple intelligences, learning
styles
. Constructor of knowledge and active
maker of meaning not a passive recipient
of information
NEEDS OF THE LEARNER
. Life skills
. Self-actualization
. Preparation for the world of the work,
entrepreneurship, higher education
NEEDS OF NATIONAL
and GLOBAL COMMUNITY
. Poverty reduction and human development
. Strengthening the moral fiber of the Filipino
people
. Development of a strong sense of nationalism
. Development of productive citizens who contribute
to the building of a progressive, just and humane
society
. Ensuring environmental sustainability
. Global partnership for development
CURRICULUM SUPPORT SYSTEM
FAMILY SUPPORT
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
STAKEHOLDERS’ SUPPORT
SOCIETAL SUPPORT
Public-Private Partnership
Media,GO,NGO
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Teachers’ CPD , Textbooks
and other IMs
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
CO, RO, DO School

24. Guiding
Principles and
Features of K-12
Curriculum

25. K-12
CURRICULU
M
Outcomes
Standards
competency
based Comprehensive
Systematic
M&E System
Learner-centered
Seamless
Developmentally
appropriate
Constructivist
Balanced-
assessment

26. K-12
CURRICULU
M
Inquiry-basedFlexible
Integrative
Inclusive
Lean but meaty
Decongested
and enriched
Value-laden

27. BENEFITS OF K-12
 K-12 Basic Education
Program will be instrumental
in achieving the nation’s
vision of high school
graduates.

28.  An enhanced curriculum will
decongest academic workload.
 Graduates will possess
competencies and skills relevant to
the job market.
 Graduates will be prepared for
higher education.
 Graduates could now be recognized
abroad.
To Individuals and Families:

29.  The economy will experience
accelerated growth in the long run.
 The Philippine education system will
be at par with international
standards.
 A better educated society provides a
sound foundation for long-term
socio-economic development.
For the Society and the Economy: