2023 CURRICULUM AND LEARNING MANAGEMENT DIVISION i Table of Contents 1. Cover Page ……………………………………………………………….. i 2. Table of Contents ……………………………………………………….. ii 3. Introduction ……………………………………………………………… 1 4. Goal and Objectives ……………………………………………………. 2 5. Functions of CLMD and CID …………………………………………. 2 a. Region – CLMD ……………………………………………………… 2 b. Division – CID ……………………………………………………….. 3 c. District ………………………………………………………………… 4 d. School …………………………………………………………………. 5 6. The CLM System ………………………………………………………… 5 a. Program Implementation ………………………………………….. 8 b. Curriculum Contextualization ……………………………………. 9 c. Learning Resources Management and Development ………… 13 d. Technical Assistance ………………………………………………... 14 e. Research and Monitoring and Evaluation ……………………… 15 7. Standards for the CLM System ……………………………………….. 16 8. Monitoring and Evaluation …………………………………………….. 20 9. Advocacy and Linkages …………………………………………………. 25 ii Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System I. Introduction The Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System is an educational support to regional and division offices in serving all types of learners in basic education. The System gears to continuously lead performance improvement and translates the Education for All (EFA) mandate to action in progress. It innovatively champions educational reforms through feasible, dynamic and sustained efforts from the grassroots paving the way to the realization of the R. A. 9155, Shared Governance in Education. Central to the present educational reforms are the curriculum/learning contextualization and the harmonization of curriculum-related programs and projects. The former ensures that learning becomes culturally and gender sensitive and relevant while the latter answers the need to unify and strengthen curriculum support programs and learning opportunities for diverse learners. The Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD), forefront of the Regional Office, oversees the utilization of the CLM System in support of the present educational reforms. Indeed, the newly structured office needs this systematic approach in effecting curriculum breakthroughs. Necessarily, the Regional and Division Offices must now refocus and align their practice to the new systems, made more unified, comprehensive and data-based. Equipped with tools, processes and standards to follow, the offices are expected to effectively manage, implement, monitor, and evaluate the educational operations in the field, i.e. schools, divisions and regions. The implementation of the basic education curriculum which is strengthened by contextualizing and systematized management of curriculum programs and projects, needs a paradigm shift in the way RO and DO education program supervisors’ are performing their functions. Certainly, there is a need to rebuild capabilities and work orientations to ensure effectiveness and efficiency in the performance of the new functions. The challenges brought about by crisis/emergencies in education alongside the K to 12 basic education curriculum including ALS and special programs and projects certainly require well-trained and well-capacitated curriculum specialists to best implement the new system. Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 1 of 27 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System II. Goal and Objectives The goal of the Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System is to support the curriculum managers and implementers in ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, and impact of the implementation of the K to 12 basic education curriculum and the various curricular programs and projects. It has the following specific objectives: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Sets regional standards, critical processes and tools for curriculum program implementation through strategic planning, advocacy, and assessment; Promotes the practice of the critical processes and tools for curriculum contextualization with adherence to set standards of the region; Establishes the full operationalization of the Learning Resource Management and Development System (LRMDS); Conducts/Utilizes research as an integral part of curriculum, instruction and learner development; Integrates the system for technical assistance at the region, division and school levels; and Embeds the systematic practice of monitoring, evaluation and reporting at all levels of program implementation Recommeds policies… etc. as basis for continuous improvement. III. Functions of the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMDRegional Office) and Curriculum Implementation (CI-Division Office) Region: To ensure full implementation of the articulated basic education curriculum, its localization/indigenization and increase access to quality and varied learning resources towards improvement in the quality of learning outcomes. • • • • • Oversee the implementation of nationally developed models of instruction and the integration of local learning systems, innovations, and delivery modes developed/piloted by the Region and Divisions and adherence to national policies and standards Provide technical assistance to the Divisions on appropriate learning environment, learning management, delivery systems and assessment modes for all types of learners Manage the implementation of accreditation schemes for different learning systems, e.g. accreditation and equivalency testing Enhance the regional educational policy framework on the contextualization and implementation of the basic education curriculum consistent with the national policies and standards Manage the development of the contextualized curriculum and special curriculum programs for all types of learners and oversee its implementation, monitoring and evaluation Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 2 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • • • • • • • • • Manage the conduct of field research on curriculum and instruction in support of the delivery of a quality basic education to inform curriculum development Manage the development, quality assurance, production and distribution learning resources for region-wide adoption Evaluate, quality assure and approve contextualized learning resources for regional use Manage the equitable distribution of learning resources in the region Ensure compliance to LRMDS policies, guidelines, standards in development, procurement, production and utilization of learning resources Conduct research on the utilization of learning resources to inform curriculum implementation, teaching, learning assessment and reporting Provide technical assistance to the Division to strengthen their capacity to manage the implementation of the curriculum and supervision and monitoring of schools which is consistent with the inclusive education policies and standards Provide technical assistance to the Divisions in the development, production, and distribution of learning resource for division-wide adoption Monitor and evaluate the implementation of inclusive education and other special curricular programs Division: Purpose: To ensure full implementation of the articulated basic education curriculum through contextualization and innovations in teaching the various learning areas towards improvement in the quality of learning outcomes To improve provision and availability of quality learning and teaching resources for learners and instructional support materials for teachers in the division • • • • • • • Manage the implementation of the contextualized basic education curriculum and special programs for all types of learners in compliance to national and regional standards Manage the implementation of policies, guidelines, standards and specifications in the procurement, development, production and utilization of learning resources Conduct studies on curriculum and instruction and utilize research findings for the improvement of and for increased access to learning Enrich the Division Local Heritage References Theme Matrix (DLHTM) to be integrated into the national curriculum Evaluate, quality assure and approve localized learning resources for division and school use Develop materials for various delivery systems and the use of ICT Develop a Division research agenda on curriculum and instruction Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 3 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • • • • • • • • - Provide technical assistance to the schools, and LCs in the conduct of researches on curriculum and instruction - Undertake Division researches on curriculum and instruction attuned to global trends Disseminate and utilize research findings into a practical and doable manner Provide technical assistance to schools and Learning Centers in learning management, delivery systems and assessment modes for all types of learners consistent with the national and regional policies and standards Provide technical assistance to schools in the enhancement of classroom management skills, instructional competence, curriculum implementation and conduct of research, e.g. classroom-based, action research Provide learning support to schools and Learning Cemters for the effective implementation of the contextualized basic curriculum and special curricular programs Provide technical assistance to schools in development, production, storage, distribution and utilization of learning materials in collaboration with the regional CLMD Oversee the utilization of processes to support access to teaching and learning resources Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the basic curriculum and cocurriculum programs in both public and private schools Monitor and evaluate the implementation of inclusive education and other special curricular programs District Coordination & Instructional Supervision: To provide technical assistance to schools in the areas of: ▪ curriculum implementation ▪ instructional supervision ▪ resource generation and social mobilization ▪ SIP implementation’ • • • • • • • Supervise instruction in all schools in the district/s Provide technical assistance in contextualized curriculum implementation in coordination with the curriculum implementation division Initiate, and strengthen the community of schools/LCs, professional teachers and learners in the district Provide technical assistance to schools and LCs in learning management, delivery systems and assessment modes for all types of learners consistent with the national and regional policies and standards Coordinate and provide technical assistance to schools in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of ALS programs and researches Coordinate the conduct of literacy mapping, literacy surveillance, developmental activities, learning sessions, advocacy, resource generation and social mobilization Coordinate and represent DepED in the Municipal School Board and ensure that all schools/LCs have equitable share in the SEF budget Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 4 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • • • Coordinate with other agencies both internal and external in resource generation and linkages Guide and coach Mobile Teachers in advocacy and community organization, conduct of learning sessions, materials development, distribution, utilization and adaptation Monitor schools’ requisition, utilization, and liquidation of SEF funds of the municipality Schools: Roles and Responsibilities of Heads and Teachers • Conduct school orientation/advocacy on the region-wide implementation of the Regional Program Framework, Standards and Implementation Plan and Division Implementation Plan of the National K to 12 BEC contextualized Curriculum • Implement national and contextualized curriculum through continuing LAC for teachers • Implement the development, production, utilization and access to quality localized/ indigenized learning resources through the LRMD System • Undertake school action research with focus on the effectiveness/ impact of the K to 12 curriculum including its contextualization and utilization of results/findings for decision-making and improvement of teachinglearning process • Conduct advocacy and mobilization of support from external stakeholders, media, GOs, NGOs • Integrate of the use of local content and learning process as feature in classroom instruction/observation • Use learning strategies such as interschool visitation and sharing of best practices • Identify the school’s development needs on the curriculum and instruction, the contextualization of the curriculum and integrate these into the School Implementation Plan (SIP) • Prepare report of documented activities related to the implementation of the localized curriculum that should be submitted to the division and communicated to all concerned. IV. The CLM System The Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD) of the Regional Office and the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) of the Schools Division Office are expected to operationalize the CLM System. This system guides all curriculum managers and implementers to exercise their functions and to ensure the effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, and impact of the implementation of the basic education curriculum and various curricular programs and projects. The CLM System has five (5) components namely: • Program Implementation • Curriculum Contextualization • Learning Resource Management and Development • Technical Assistance • Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 5 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System The National Basic Education Curriculum or the K to 12 Curriculum including the various curricular programs and projects serve as the trigger for the operationalization of the CLM System. In order to fully implement the Basic Education Curriculum, the field managers and implementers have to go through important critical processes. Such critical processes are clustered in each of the five components mentioned above. As shown in the diagram below, program implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum and the special programs and projects need to be supported by region-wide efforts in curriculum contextualization. Curriculum contextualization takes a center stage in making education more relevant and culturally responsive catering to the needs of the target clientele. Primarily, local content, local language, local learning process, local resources, and teaching strategies must be taken into consideration for the contextualization of the curriculum. Relevance of the curriculum is also assured by the contextualization of the learning resources. The LRMDS has been installed to support the development of new materials and aligning existing ones to the demands of the K to 12 curriculum. Moreover, it is important that efforts in this area must follow the procedures and standards set by the LRMDS. Technical assistance, being a significant function of the region and the schools division, has to be systematically provided by the Curriculum and Learning Management personnel themselves to support the implementers of the curriculum at the school level. Technical assistance can also be provided hand in hand with the Regional Field Technical Assistacne Composite Team (RFTACT) / Division Field Technical Assistacne Composite Team (DFTACT). The CLM personnel can also coordinate with the Training and Development Team for Capability Building or teacher training as one of the forms of rendering technical assistance to curriculum implementers. Another component that has primordial role in the Curriculum and Learning Management System is Research, Monitoring and Evaluation. Curriculum implementation is loaded with data and information that may be gathered, analyzed and reported that may inform decision-making or policy formulation. It is important for the system to capture these realities as they unfold in the process of curriculum development and instruction as experienced in actual context. The framework of the Curriculum Learning and Management System likewise reflects the structural flow of management and implementation from the region to the Divisions, to the Schools and vice-versa that guides the personnel in the performance of their respective functions. ➢ At the Regional level, Curriculum managers and implementers are expected to oversee/manage the full implementation of the articulated basic education curriculum, its contextualization and increase access to quality and varied learning resources towards improvement in the quality of learning outcomes. ➢ At the Division level, Curriculum Implementers do the implementation of the contextualized curriculum, and supervise and support instruction for all types of learners. ➢ At the School level, District Supervisors and School Heads supervise the teachers through classroom observations such that the teaching-learning Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 6 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System programs and activities are aligned with the national and contextualized curriculum standards. Expectedly, in the course of undertaking the various critical processes in the different components, there must be feedback given from the schools to the division level, then from the division to the regional level. The CLM Core team, in turn, provides timely, relevant, reliable, and valid feedback to the Central Office for possible policy reformulation/adjustments, curriculum instruction enhancement, research ventures, strategic planning, technical assistance, and even getting financial support to sustain the implementation of the different programs and projects. CURRICULUM AND LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Program Implementation Feedback K to 12 Curriculum Programs and Projects • Regional Policy and Standard Setting • Strategic Planning • Advocacy • Harvest learning delivery model • Region-wide Implementation of the Curriculum • Assessment as, of, and for learning Technical Assistance • • • Technical Assistance by CLM Team TA in coordination with RFTACT/DFTACT CB Support in coordination with HRDD Curriculum Contextualization (CC) ▪ Development and Advocacy of the Regional Framework for CC ▪ Ways to perform curriculum contextualization ▪ Development of contextualized learning resources ▪ Utilization of Contextualized Curriculum in Teaching learning process Learning Resource Management and Development ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Assessment of LR Needs Development and Production Quality Assurance Storage and Maintenance Publication and Delivery M&E and Research • Research on curriculum and instruction • M&E of Implementation, Curriculum contextualization , LRMD, TA and Research Region: Oversee/manage full implementation of the contextualized basic education curriculum, its localization/ indigenization and increase access to quality and varied learning resources towards improvement in the quality of learning outcomes. Division: Implement the contextualized basic education curriculum, supervise and support instruction for all types of learners School: Implement teaching-learning programs and activities aligned to the national and contextualized curriculum standards Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 7 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System The Components and Critical Processes The components and critical processes of the CLM System as presented in the figure are explained below. A. Program Implementation The implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum and the different Curriculum Programs and Projects emanates from the policies and guidelines set by the Central Office. These will serve as the basis for reviewing the established policies and standards set according to the needs of the region, which undergoes various critical processes. A.1. Strategic Planning Strategic planning is the process of successfully implementing a curricular program. Long-term goals and objectives are established, as well as how they may be met. It entails defining the organization's strategic vision and intended results. Action/work plans are created in an orderly and methodical manner to operationalize the strategic plan by identifying activities/tasks, responsibilities, resources, and milestones. A.2. Advocacy Advocacy aims to establish and deepen stakeholders' shared responsibilities in delivering K–12 BEC and curriculum initiatives and projects. Matching resources to tasks and managing often divergent stakeholder demands and viewpoints are critical to achieving program success. A.3. Implementation Implementing the K-12 basic education curriculum with inclusive education and ALS, as well as special programs and projects, necessitates an efficient system that drills down the standards and processes required to improve teaching-learning processes, along with the necessary support mechanisms and resources. To have an impact on the lives of learners, a curriculum must be delivered successfully in the classroom. A.5. Assessment Assessment is a key component of curriculum implementation, as posited in DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015. It is critical in determining the most appropriate and successful strategies and activities for engaging learners in learning. It should not just be done after the learning but assessment should be included throughout the whole teachinglearning process. Assessment, in this context, focuses on procedures and the creation of instruments for assessment FOR learning, assessment AS learning, and assessment OF learning. Assessment for learning emphasizes the formative and diagnostic purpose of assessment. It happens during learning. The various data collected in this process provide information on what should be done Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 8 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System to improve learning. It also provides the basis for teaching strategies, groupings, and learning resources. Assessment as learning is the use of a task or an activity for learners to use assessment to improve their learning. Self and peer evaluations, typically with teacher support, are techniques that enable students to reflect on their strengths and weaknesses. These tasks allow learners to assess themselves as learners and become aware of how they learn. Assessment as learning allows the learner to take greater responsibility for their learning and to track their progress in the future. Assessment of learning emphasizes the summative purpose of assessment. It is often completed after a task or unit of work. A task or activity is used to assess, record, and report on the degree of accomplishment of a learner about specified learning competencies. It is intended to offer proof of success to parents, other teachers, and the students themselves. B. Curriculum Contextualization Curriculum contextualization is the process of enhancing the national basic education curriculum to make it culturally responsive by utilizing local learning systems with local content, language, strategies, resources, and learning processes to improve learners' performance, pride in one's cultural identity, and a strong commitment to the community. Because of the dominance of mainstream cultural systems to learn, develop, and apply knowledge, contextualization remains relatively unexplored within the formal educational system. To some extent, the learners who attend school are disoriented due to the disparity between their own subculture's way of obtaining and developing information and that of the mainstream culture generally adopted by the formal school. The school's purpose is not to dismiss or replace existing knowledge, but to acknowledge and link that knowledge. It posits that there are various ways of viewing, organizing, and transmitting information about the world, each with its own set of insights and limits. B.1. Development and Advocacy of the Regional Framework for Curriculum Contextualization The Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD) is tasked with ensuring full implementation of the articulated basic education curriculum, the contextualization (localization and indigenization), and increased access to quality, relevant, and diverse learning resources to improve the quality of learning outcomes." Hence, it developed and currently advocates the regional Framework for Curriculum Contextualization, standards, processes, and tools for field implementation. The following are some of the responsibilities associated with this policy framework: • Reviewing, improving, and contextualizing the BEC/MELC based on the strength and identity of the various communities as depicted in the Region's cultural map Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 9 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • • • • Sustaining Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) as an essential component of curricular contextualization Identifying the contextualized curriculum's teaching-learning needs Designing/developing prototype instructional materials Enhancing M&E tools and instruments B.2. Ways to perform curriculum contextualization – Strategies in curriculum contextualization delivery B.2.1 Based on Place This viewpoint is supported by Sahasewiyon (2004, p. 495), who believes that the curriculum's subject content and learning procedures should be relevant to people's everyday life. They should be founded on knowledge derived from the local environment and economic context. This concept that the place is central and can constitute a good asset for developing teaching and learning processes that can promote students’ success. B.2.2 Based on the Learner According to Doyle (2009, p. 156), this approach is based on the idea that positive outcomes increase when students' personal dignity and integrity are valued, engaged through intrinsic interest, shown with trustworthy advice and directives, and provided with resources and support. Curricular contextualization is based on the learner's view that for the curriculum to be meaningful and intelligible to students, it must be based on their interests and lifestyles. B.2.3 Based on Pedagogical Practice To achieve curricular contextualization, one must employ a variety of pedagogical practices (Grainger et al. 2004; Beane 2003) capable of promoting learning and establishing classroom environments and dynamics that are appropriate to students’ unique needs, expectations, interests, rhythms, and styles. Teachers are responsible for fostering a productive atmosphere (Dowden 2007; Yamauchi 2003; Leite and Fernandes 2010) and achieving a balance between the national curriculum and a contextualized curriculum. As a result, how teachers act, plan and execute their class programs, manage the classroom, and set up the teaching and learning environment are critical aspects of student success and are central when defining and conceptualizing curricular contextualization (Formosinho and Machado 2008; Doyle 2009; Buend'a et al. 2003; Kumar and Natarajan 2007). B.2.4 Based on attention to Cultural Diversity / Community Mapping of the Local Learning Systems (LLS)/Division Local Heritage Theme (DLHT) Focusing on indigenous groups that do not share any cultural, social, or historical qualities with "normal" society, the Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 10 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System use of contextualization based on population characteristics, local peculiarities, and their habits and history makes teaching a simpler and more effective process (Goodson and Crick 2009). How can indigenous/local knowledge brought to class be used to make learning new concepts relevant within the framework of his/her personal experience? The aspects that comprise the cultural diversity of indigenous/local learning systems are depicted in the image below. Figure1. Elements on the integration of Local Learning Systems in curriculum contextualization CONTEXT C O N T E X T Cultural Diversity C O N T E X T The elements as presented in the figure are explained below: Context -The indigenous/local learning system is heavily influenced by the environment in which it functions. The context determines the content and process of this local learning system. The geographical, political, cultural, economic, and social conditions that exist in a certain community are referred to as the context. It determines the various elements: content, learning process, the language utilized, and learning resources accessible. Local Content - The content refers to the concepts, ideas, cultural practices, and beliefs that individuals use to make sense of their immediate world. A fishing village, for example, will presumably include more concepts relating to fishing, water systems, and marine life. This local material must be used as examples or illustrations in the mainstream curriculum when teaching new concepts and principles. Local Learning Process - This process refers to the ways by which people learn and form knowledge about their immediate world. Some communities, with strong oral traditions, will have a different way Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 11 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System of learning as compared to communities where written traditions and modern technology are dominant. Local Resources- There is a multitude of accessible human and material resources that the school may use to facilitate learning. Indeed, studies have demonstrated that using local resources helped greatly with learning since the learner was more familiar with and identified with the resources. Learners will also recognize the value of the community's learning resources. Local Language- A language is a significant learning tool. It includes both oral and written methods for expressing and communicating ideas. The use of local language for describing and understanding learners' experiences contributes significantly to the development of the learners' cognitive processes. The use of the mother tongue allows learners to express and communicate in the language with which they are most familiar. Multilingual education is an essential foundation for curriculum localization. B.2.5 Based on Disciplinary Contents This is more evident in challenging areas such as chemistry, natural sciences, and mathematics. According to Sealey and Noyes (2010, p. 239), these subjects have lower success rates and are rarely viewed as useful or important by students in their lives outside of the classroom setting. Considering these researches on disciplinary contents, curricular contextualization appears to be a beneficial and promising approach that allows teachers to work with issues that are difficult for students to grasp and familiarize themselves with, enhancing their importance in students' lives. B.3 Development of Contextualized Learning Resources Contextualization of curriculum highlights the importance of making the local culture and context an integral part of the curriculum. While there is a national curriculum that defines the competency standards for basic education in terms of knowledge, skills, and values, these standards can be taught using a culturally relevant curriculum that is contextualized within the local culture/community, considering that teaching and learning are culturally scripted activities. Research shows that ethnicity is among the most powerful predictors of proficiency in learning (McDougall, 2003). In 2006, Sabo-O (as cited in Ethno-Scientific Teaching Approach, Student Proficiency, and Attitude Toward Science and Ethnic Culture by April Daphne F. Hiwatig, Education Quarterly, December 2008) emphasized that attitude towards learning is greatly influenced by sound methodology, procedures, and techniques that reflect one’s personal experiences and interests. These factors make learning more meaningful and relevant to students. Hence contextualization of the curriculum would contribute to increased learner performance. Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 12 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System The Region shall develop and implement a program for the localization of the curriculum including MTB-MLE aligned to the same content and performance standards of the national basic education curriculum. Specifically, it shall: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ install the regional framework, standards, and monitoring and evaluation mechanism for the implementation of the program for the localization/ indigenization of the curriculum; develop and strengthen the capacity of the Region, Division, and School personnel by providing capability-building activities, technical assistance, and instructional resources support in the implementation of the contextualization of the curriculum at all levels; develop processes, strategies, and learning resources for the effective implementation of the program; and strengthen advocacy and promote effective linkages with various sectors in the successful implementation and sustainability of the MTB-MLE/ localization of the curriculum program. B.4. Utilization of Contextualized Curriculum in the Teaching Process Understanding the local learning systems and how they can be utilized to make the national curriculum more culturally and gender-sensitive will not only promote increased learning but at the same time develop the learners, appreciation, and pride in communities’ culture and identity. Moreover, a strong identification with the community will help develop the learners’ serious commitment to helping develop their own communities. The implication to teachers is that the curriculum will require teachers to apply local knowledge and to become more culturally authentic in the way they conduct the teaching-learning process. There is a need therefore to train teachers and other education personnel for this task. The training of education personnel on contextualization of curriculum project is envisioned to: ▪ develop the national curriculum into a culturally relevant curriculum that is representative of the local people and their locality; ▪ implement a Mother Tongue-Based, Multilingual Education (MLE) that builds and sustains a community of multilingual lifelong learners; ▪ promote greater use of local resources (material and human) in the local schools; ▪ increase research into indigenous knowledge, materials, and systems; and ▪ train teachers to teach a culturally responsive basic education curriculum. C. Learning Resources Management and Development The Learning Resources Management and Development Process (LRMDP) plays a vital role in the Curriculum and Learning Management System specifically in management of the development and quality assurance of learning resources. With the implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum along with all the Inclusive Education (IE) and Special Curricular Programs (SCPs) and Projects geared Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 13 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System towards proper governance and implementation of Basic Education and attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The region, division, and schools take initiative in contextualizing the curriculum. This effort entails several processes which includes the localization, integration, indigenization and quality assurance of the learning resources. As such, LRMDP has institutionalized in the region to ensure equitable and accessible learning resources for all learners and shall facilitate and support the effectiveness of the teaching – learning process. The LRMDP provides the following: ▪ system for accessible learning resource materials both in print and digital format ▪ contextualized and quality assured supplementary learning materials ▪ capability building to learning resource development team ▪ standards, specifications and guidelines for: o o o o o assessment of LR needs; design and development; quality assurance; production and distribution, and; storage and maintenance. The LRMDP also serves as a clearing house, web- based catalogue and online repository of teaching, learning, and professional development resources. It allows and facilitates users of the system to direct access of the published, quality assured, and stored digitized versions of learning resources. It is also a quality assurance system providing support to DepED Regions, Divisions and Schools in the selection and acquisition of quality digital and non-digital resources in response to identified local educational needs. The LRMDP is managed by a capacitated and ICT expert personnel from the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD) to perform the task required. On the other hand, different division LRMDP focal persons are empowered to perform such duties and functions as mandated. The Learning Resource Management Section (LRMS) within the region and schools’ divisions the core-structure where the functional equipment, software and pieces of furniture for LRMDP functions and related activities were lodged. D. Technical Assistance Technical Assistance is a support mechanism to an organization with a development needs, problems, issues and concerns which could affect the system. Hence, technical assistance is crucial and vital along the functionality and efficiency of LRMD process. Indeed, the Curriculum and Learning Management Division through the LRMS office is taking bold steps in support of the organization’s vision and mission, thus encouraging everyone to work geared towards the attainment of the common goal. Moreover, technical assistance is provided and delivered in various forms to improve LRMDP performance. Gathered data from the system, identified strengths and weaknesses of the system are basis for technical assistance provision. Thus, the following TA mechanisms are not limited to: ▪ stakeholders networking and mobilization; ▪ development of standards and indicators of progress, impact and processes; Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 14 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System ▪ ▪ supervision by monitoring and evaluation of regional standards in learning outcomes; and technical assistance through trainings/capability buildings (Preschool/Kindergarten Curriculum, MTB-MLE, Madrasah Education, Journalism, ALS, SPED, etc.), performance evaluation, orientation cum advocacy, focused group discussion, workshops, conferences and onsite coaching. However, in the technical assistance provision process this could be done by the CLMD, LRMD personnel in collaboration with the Regional Field Technical Assistance Composite Teams and the Division Field Technical Assistance Composite Teams. E. Research and Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) E.1 Research on Curriculum and Instruction Problems may occur and encountered along the process specifically on the implementation of the contextualized curriculum. Engendered data from the results of monitoring and evaluation of the curriculum implementation could be a content and focus in the conduct of a research-based actions and data-driven decisions in response to the existing issues and concerns encountered. Curriculum implementers basically the schools so with curriculum managers is required to conduct research which will support for the policy making and implementation of curriculum and instructions guided with the following standards of a functional research: ▪ needs-based; ▪ timeliness; ▪ relevance; ▪ reliability; ▪ validity. Policy paper and recommendation as outputs of this undertaking is highly encourage for replicability of a portion of it, if not the entire research work. Research entails much time and efforts, it is compensating to note that it helps us understand and solve existing or possible problems. In doing so, curriculum policy makers, managers and implementers can formulate sound decision for curriculum and instruction enhancement gearing towards relevant and culturally-responsive basic education curriculum. Eventually, quality learning outcomes as off-shoots of a successful implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum will surely be attained. E.2. Monitoring and Evaluation Monitoring and Evaluation is one of the major components in the Curriculum Implementation and in Learning Management and Development Process. It is considered as a crucial process that entails the use of monitoring and evaluation tools that will assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the system. It provides feedback through generation of accurate data that allows the management relevant system information. Data therefore could be the basis for formulation and making of necessary adjustments, relevant actions, and policy reformation. Likewise, it serves as an Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 15 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System avenue for assessing the crucial link between and among implementers, clienteles and policy makers. The specific tools and templates crafted that will be utilized such as M & E Tool for Curriculum Programs and Projects Plan, Advocacy, Technical Assistance for Schools Division Implementation of the Curriculum Programs in the Instructional Supervision and Leadership, for Learning Resource Development and Localization and tool for Actual Implementation at the School Level and Utilization of the Quality Assured Learning Resources (Print and Digitized). V. STANDARDS for the Curriculum and Learning Management System The table below shows the level of governance from Region, Division and School Levels. Moreover, both the outcome and output are the ultimate goal of the specific critical processes. LEVEL Regional Level Outcome • Responsible, productive and lifelong learners imbued with pride and commitment in upholding cultural excellence Output • Fully functional and transformative management of the articulated contextualized curriculum and special curricular programs aligned to the national basic education curriculum Regional Level Critical Processes A. Curriculum Program and Project Implementation: ▪ Regional Policy and Standard Setting ▪ Strategic Planning ▪ Advocacy • Regularly reviewed/adjust ed Regional Program Framework and regional standards aligned to Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Division Level School Level • Responsible, • Responsible, productive and productive and lifelong lifelong learners learners imbued with imbued with pride and pride and commitment in commitment in upholding upholding cultural cultural excellence excellence • Effective, • Improved efficient and school sustainable performance implementation indicators of the articulated contextualized curriculum by competent EPS, PSDS, SHs and Teachers Division Level School Level • Regularly reviewed/adjus ted Division Program Implementatio n and Advocacy Plans for Divisionwide • Intensified school wide active implementation of the articulated localized curriculum with Page 16 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System ▪ Pilot implementation of teaching-learning models ▪ Region-wide Implementation of the Curriculum ▪ Assessment for, as, and of learning • • • • national policies and standards Prepared Strategic Implementation Plans with physical/ financial Plans for Programs/proje cts with corresponding MOVs Established region wide support system, e.g. participatory advocacy/ dissemination at all levels and active private and public partnership Facilitated Implementation Standards for Instructional Leadership and Supervision Established mechanisms on Assessment standards and localized tools Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified curriculum programs operationalizati on corresponding local assessment tools • Established division wide support system for smooth and effective program implementatio n • Strengthened effective instructional leadership and supervision of SHs and Master Teachers • Strengthened effective instructional leadership and supervision of EPSs and PSDSs Page 17 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System B. Curriculum Contextualization: ▪ Development and Advocacy of the Regional Framework for Curriculum Contextualization( CC) ▪ Community Mapping of the Local Learning Systems (LLS) ▪ Integration of LLS into the BEC ▪ Utilization of Contextualized Curriculum in the Teaching learning process • Wider, effective and varied advocacy mechanisms on the curriculum localization • Relevant & continuous enrichment of the Division Local heritage Theme (DLHT) • Effective management of the integration of the DLHT into the national BEC/MELC by learning area supervisors C. LRMD: ▪ Assessment and Evaluation ▪ Development and Production ▪ Storage and Maintenance ▪ Publication and Delivery • Standardsbased development and evaluation of locally developed learning resources Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified • Wider, effective and varied advocacy on the curriculum localization • Relevant adaptation/ enrichment and validation of the Division Local heritage Theme (DLHT infusing local content and learning processes • Relevant adaptation/ enrichment and validation of the School Curriculum Localization Theme Reference (SCLTR) infusing local content and learning processes into the DCLTR and national BEC/MELC • School-wide responsive and effective implementation of the articulated contextualized curriculum • Effective supervision, quality assurance, and approval of the production of locally developed materials • Accurate inventory of the existing contextualized materials • Systematic community mapping, validation and utilization of relevant and age-appropriate indigenized learning resources • Standardsbased development, evaluation and utilization of locally developed learning resources Page 18 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • Increased development, production and utilization/acc ess of evaluated contextualized learning resources in print and digitized format through LR Portal D. Technical Assistance: • TA in coordination with RFTACT • CB Support in coordination with HRDD E. Research and M&E: • Research on curriculum and instruction in coordination with PPRD/Planning and Research • M&E of Implementation, Curriculum localization , LRMD, TA and Research • Systematic provision of CB activities and technical assistance to DO personnel on curriculum contextualizatio n • TA practice that adheres to RFTACT and HRDD standards/syste ms • Systematic provision of technical assistance through CB activities to PSDSs, SHs and Teachers • Active undertaking of relevant researches • Increased conduct of relevant action/basic researches through BERF • Systematic monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the curriculum and special programs implementation and their localization, LRMD, TA Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified • Timely and accurate TA based on identified needs for effective implementatio n through the DFTACT • Intensified monitoring and evaluation of CC, LRMD, TA provision and research • Wide dissemination • PPST-based CB for teachers on the conduct of culturally relevant learning processes • Collaborative and clinical instructional supervision • Conduct of learning activities for teachers (SLAC, benchmarking, sharing of best practices) • Increased conduct of relevant action and classroombased researches and utilization of the findings to improve school performance • Systematic documentation of curriculum program implementation Page 19 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System provision and research and utilization of significant and applicable practices • Timely and relevant reporting to get support from internal and external stakeholders Input • Competent CLMD and other functional divisions’ personnel • Enabling Policies • Adequate financial resources • Quality Assured Learning Resources • Adequate financial resources • Competent Curriculum Contextualizati on Core Team and PSDSs/DICs • Reviewed and validated School Learning Resources • Approved school improvement plan SIP/AIP/WFP on School Curriculum programs/proje cts implementation • Competent school heads and teachers • Adequate financial resources • Adequate learning resources VI. MONITORING AND EVALUATION To ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the basic education curriculum program, monitoring and evaluation will be done through systematic data gathering, analysis, and utilization of information during the implementation of the curriculum program including the inclusive education and other special curricular programs and projects and the contextualization processes. The targets/activities set during the planning workshops will be monitored as the work progresses. Information will be used for evaluation and to determine whether the resources are sufficient and are judiciously used, whether the capacity of the region, divisions, and schools are sufficient and appropriate, and whether the managers and implementers are doing what they planned to do. Evaluation will be made through systematic and objective assessment of the management and implementation of the curriculum and support curricular programs. Based on the information gathered through monitoring, statements and reports shall be made in accordance with the programs’ effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability. Findings and recommendations will input to policyGovernment Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 20 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System making or decisions relevant to the implementation of the contextualized curriculum. Issues will be discussed, facilitating and hindering factors as well as lessons learned will be reported for the purpose of future undertakings related to the program. The Monitoring and Evaluation Team will do the following about the implementation of all the components and critical processes: • Identify issues and concerns/problems, propose doable/timely solutions, and interventions; Evaluate the extent to which the program is able to achieve its general and specific objectives; Monitor the efficiency of the different phases/activities and resources of the program being implemented and provide TA for improvements; Provide regular feedback on the extent to which the activities are achieving the goals of the program, keeping track of progress and adjusting operations; and Incorporate views of internal and external stakeholders. • • • • A general M&E Framework is charted below and will become the basis for tools development during the preparatory phase of the program implementation. Some tools have been initially developed and can be found in the last section of this document. What will be monitore d? How will it be monitored? M&E Tools? Who will monitor ? When will the monitorin g be conducte d? How will the results be used? Complianc e tools RFTACT/ DFTACT Monthly / Quarterly Planning Adjustme nt and TA provision Planning Adjustme nt and timely Technical Assistanc e A. Program Regional Policy and Standard Setting Implementation Field compliance thru the RFTACT/ DFTACT Strategic Planning Process monitoring and evaluation of output Tracking tool, M&E Tool for the requiremen ts for strategic planning Review inventory Region/D ivision CLMD/CI D PPRD/ Planning & Research QAAD/ M&E Quarterly RMEA/ DMEA Advocacy Interview, feedback, end-ofprogram evaluation, TA, Interview, FGD, checklist, survey, Core Team of curriculu m PAPs Quarterly Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Input to Program sustainabi lity Page 21 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System Pilot implement ation of TeachingLearning Models The regionwide actual implement ation of the Curriculu m and Special Programs and projects and M&E mechanism RO will oversee the pilot implementation of T-L models through FGD with DO Core Team on Programs and Projects DO instructional leaders will supervise the pilot implementation through Interviews and Actual Classroom Observation SHs will observe the pilot implementation through: Actual Classroom Observation questionna ires FGD Guide RO/DO Monthly/ Core team Quarterly for curriculu m Programs and Projects For Policy Recommen dation DO Core Team for curriculu m Programs and Projects Weekly/ Monthly To review and enhance the T-L models TLOC and other M and S Tools SHs Weekly/D aily RO/DO will oversee and evaluate the utilization/imple mentation/integr ation of the Contextualized Curriculum in the BEC Contextual ized Interview guide/ GIYA Tool RO Core team for curriculu m Programs and Projects Monthly/ Quarterly DO instructional leaders will supervise the pilot implementation and integration of LC in the K to Interview Guide/ GIYA Tool DO Core Team for curriculu m Programs and Projects Weekly/ Monthly Interview Guide Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified As the need arises As bases for research Teacher Training (to improve teacher competen ce) Strategy Developm ent For Policy Recommen dation To review and enhance the T-L models Page 22 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System Assessmen t as, of, and for learning: 12 BEC through Interview and Actual Classroom Observation SHs will observe the pilot implementation and integration of LC in the BEC through Actual Classroom Observation All RO/DO EPS and Program Coordinators will monitor the teaching learning process through the use of the mechanism and tools All Instructional Supervisors/ Leaders will Monitor/observe the teachinglearning process through the use of the DO mechanism and tools SHs directly monitor the teaching-learning process As bases for research TLOC SHs Weekly/D aily -Checklist Supervisor y Plans (SHs, PSDSs & EPSs) -Process monitoring and evaluation output CLMD/CI D Monthly/ Quarterly -TLOC -Checklist Supervisor y Plans (SHs, PSDSs & EPSs) Curriculu m Implemen ters Thrice a week TLOC SHs Weekly/D aily For Training For Profession al Developm ent Constructi on of leveled tools and IMs that would enhance skills of students under the following categories: struggling developing progressin g To input into teachers’ performan ce improvem ent To input into teachers’ performan ce improvem ent B. Curriculum Contextualization Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 23 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System Developme nt and advocacy of the Regional Framewor k for curriculu m contextuali zation All RO personnel and selected DO personnel will evaluate the Curriculum Contextualizatio n Framework Communit y Mapping and Developme nt of LLS Matrix / DLHTR All RO and DO supervisors and selected local experts will validate the LLS Matrix Integration of Local Learning System / DLHTR into the BEC/MEL C Utilization of the contextuali zed curriculu m in the teachinglearning process Review of the advocacy documents submitted by the DOs/ Focus group Assessment for various groups: -RO, -DO, Stakeholders, Teachers, Specialists RO: Validate Division Reports DO: Check the integration point/scheme re: contextualized learning and BEC/MELC RO & DO Check propriety of KSA RO: Evaluate the Division Schemes on Checking the CC in the schools; DO: Check the: • effectivene ss • propriety Evaluation Tool for CCF; Checklist based on the CCF; Interviews, Survey, Questionn aires, Feedback Forms; Document Resources Inventory FG Assessmen t Tool CLMD, CID, QAD During and after Finalizatio n of CC Framewor k To adjust/im prove the CC Framewor k Before, during and after advocacy activities To strengthe n/ sustain the CCF Advocacy CLMD/ CID Team During and after finalizatio n of LLS Matrix / DLHTR To improve/ refine the LLS Matrix / DLHTR RO Crafted M & E Tool CLMD, QAAD Quarterly To enhance instructio n RO & DO crafted M & E Tools EPS and PSDS DepEd M&E Tools CLMD, CID, EPS, PSDS, SH Locally Crafted Tools Instructio nal Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified CLMD RFTACT/ DFTACT As the need arises Quarterly To replicate good practices Instructio nal Developm ent Policy Formulati on Page 24 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System • veracity of KSA Supervisio n Tool Capability Building Classroom Observation C. LRMDP Developm ent, Assessme nt and Evaluatio n t of Localized Resources Assess/evaluate existing school developed localized LRs Assure quality of developed localized LRs D. Technical Assistance TA/CB Use of T&D standards and M&E mechanism for F3 activities and TA JEL Advising E. Research and Innovation Research All EPS and and Program Innovation Coordinators should do the following: ▪ Documentary analysis ▪ Monitoring mechanism and tools ▪ assessing action research LRMDP Tools LRMDP A & E Team LRMDP D & P and QA Teams As the need arises During and after the Develop ment of LR To align LRs with BEC To assure quality localized LRs F3 M&E Tools and TA Tools; Job Embedded Learning advising tools RFTAT for region; Division Monitoring Team for division Quarterl y Planning of CB Activities, TA and Adjustme nts ▪ SSurvey CLMD, CID questionn aire ▪ FGD ▪ Journal ▪ Bulletin Yearly As the need arises ▪ Teachers Developm ent ▪ Review of Curriculu m Implemen tation ▪ Decision/ Policy Making ▪ Improve teachers developm ent ▪ Rewards and Recogniti on VII. ADVOCACY AND LINKAGES The goal of advocacy is to develop and strengthen the stakeholders’ shared responsibility in supporting the effective implementation of the K to 12 curriculum with its special programs and projects including the localization efforts for the program. Hence, advocacy efforts will be focused on ensuring that all the region’s Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 25 of 26 Curriculum and Learning Management (CLM) System functional divisions, schools divisions and stakeholders at the school level know the importance and benefits that can be derived from the operations of the curriculum and management system through proper implementation of the critical processes and adherence to the national and local curriculum policies and standards. The following are some practical strategies that will be done to strengthen advocacy and linkages with stakeholders. • • • • • • • • • Coordination/networking with various education and cultural organizations to gain support for effective implementation of the K to 12 localized curriculum Organization of local groups, opportunities and avenues where the region, division and school level may express and exchange insights on varied common resources Advocacy planning to motivate stakeholders to have the passion of pushing by supporting a deep-bone commitment in the utilization of varied local resources that will propel continuous engagement in developing and sustaining cultural heritage of the people. Linkages with academic institutions, e.g. TEIs and other educational institutions, organizations (NGO’s, Community Based Org., Foundations, etc.) Enhancement of the publicity of the localized curriculum through tri-media (print, TV and radio) in promoting literacy of community-based resources to support teaching-learning processes Development and production of advocacy flyers, streamers Conduct of Caravan, festival of cultural talents and forums/educational summits, exhibits, gallery/mural, educational tour to historical/scenic places within the community or locality Publication in website Barangay Council Sessions/ Assemblies Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte (053) 832-5738 | region8@deped.gov.ph ISO 9001:2015 Certified Page 26 of 26