Addressing Curriculum Overload Challenges

Aug 8, 2024

Curriculum Overload Issues

Key Issues Identified

  • Overloaded Curriculum: Too many lessons and subjects leading to excessive learning competencies.
  • Limited Instruction Time: Instructors face time constraints that impact effective teaching.
  • Burden on Teachers and Learners: Both groups overwhelmed by lessons, tasks, and activities.

Subjects Covered

  • Reading and Literacy: Focus on foundational skills.
  • Mathematics: Core subject across all grades.
  • Good Manners and Right Conduct (GMRC): Emphasizes behavior and ethics.
  • Languages: Filipino and English instruction.
  • Grades 4-6 Subjects: Further education in literacy and language.
  • Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE): Practical skills and knowledge.
  • MAPE: Integration of Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health.

Subjects in Higher Grades

  • 7th Grade and Beyond: Incorporates values education, GMRC, and peace education.
  • Peace Education: New K-10 curriculum focuses on non-violent actions and conflict resolution skills.

Timeline for Curriculum Changes

  • 2025-2026 School Year: Introduction of new curriculum framework.
  • 2026-2027 School Year: Adjustments and integration of new subjects.
  • August 29, 2027: Start of new learning materials and classes for Grade 10.

Additional Mention

  • Vice President Sarah Duterte: Promoting peace education as part of the new curriculum.