THE Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines has devised a comprehensive educational framework known as the DepEd Matatag curriculum. By emphasizing several elements like curriculum design, teacher preparation, and instructional techniques, this curriculum seeks to improve the quality of education.(https://www.deped.gov.ph › matatag-curriculum). Both curricula address societal needs but with distinct goals. The K-12 curriculum prioritizes knowledge and skills, while the MATATAG curriculum places greater emphasis on values and engagement.
A Division Trainingof Trainers (DToT) was conducted at three different venues in Tagbilaran City. Each district was task to send learning area experts to handle the district level training for school leaders and teachers.
Ubay Districts conducted the MATATAG Curriculum Training in four venues: Grade IV at Kiddies Farm, Calanggaman; Grade I at Kamp Karis, Casate; Kindergarten at, San Pascual CES, Ubay III District, and Grade VII at J and N Central and Ubay Science National High School, Ubay I District.
The learning areas intended to be delivered on the scheduled District-level training were facilitated by competent, dedicated, and passionate resource persons. The required activities were performed and submitted on time as scheduled.
Based on observations, there were no dull moments with the delivery of the different intended learning outcomes. The participants actively participated in the different activities and showed a willingness to learn new concepts discussed by the facilitators.
An added factor that made the seminar of the MATATAG Curriculum lighter is the provision of travel expenses, meal allowance, and the availability of the training materials. One of the highlights in the said training is the giving emphasis of the Good manners and Right Conduct (GMRC), and Values Education (VE). The Philippines’ “RA 11476: GMRC and Values Education Act” is a law that replaces the current curriculum with an emphasis on teaching moral principles, appropriate behavior, and good manners. It also emphasizes the need for qualified teachers and a whole-school approach, and it mandates annual review and assessment to guarantee efficacy.
Teachers, school leaders, and top management of Ubay Districts are now ready to implement the first phase of its implementation, with the proper guidance of the division level, regional level, and other stakeholders who can provide support in the MATATAG Curriculum implementation.
