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FIRST BIENNIAL NATIONAL CONGRESS ON EDUCATION
January 31 & February 1, 2008
Manila Hotel Tent City |
The Main Education Highway
- The vision of every Filipino family is to ensure that each child has the opportunity to get a high quality education that leads to becoming a whole person, a successful entrepreneur and a productive and responsible citizen.
- The Government shall provide the opportunity to fulfill this vision and ensure sustainable development.
General Objective
To assess Philippine Education for the purpose of enhancing its quality and relevance
Specific Objectives
- Present a Progress Report of the Presidential Task Force for Education
- Consult with the Stakeholders on issues and concerns affecting Philippine Education
- Submit to H.E. President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo the appropriate Action Plans
AGENDA
DAY 1, OPENING SESSION – THURSDAY,
JANUARY 31, 2008, 10:00 a.m. -12:45 p.m.
VENUE: MANILA HOTEL Tent City |
10:00 Opening Session
- Philippine National Anthem
- Doxology AUF Concert Chorus
10:10 Welcome Remarks and Acknowledgment of Guests and Participants
- Dr. Emmanuel Y. Angeles
Member, Presidential Task Force for Education
10:14 Overview
- Hon. Mona D. Valisno, PA for Education, Office of the President
10:18 Introduction of the Guest Speaker
- Hon. Jesli A. Lapus, Secretary, Department of Education
and Member, Presidential Task Force for Education
10:20 KEYNOTE ADDRESS
H.E. Dr. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, President, Republic of the Philippines
Musical Intermission
By AUF Concert Chorus
11:15 The Presidential Task Force for Education: Progress Report
- Hon. Romulo L. Neri, Acting Chairman,
Presidential Task Force for Education
11:35 Medium Term Development Plan vis-à-vis Philippine Education
- Hon. Augusto B. Santos, Acting Secretary,
National Economic and Development Authority
11:45 Basic Education: Issues and Challenges
- Hon. Jesli A. Lapus, Secretary,
Department of Education
11:55 Technical Education: Issues and Challenges
- Hon. Sec. Dr. Augusto L. Syjuco, Director-General,
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
and Member, Presidential Task Force for Education
12:05 Higher Education: Issues and Challenges
- Hon. Romulo L. Neri, Secretary,
Commission on Higher Education
12:15 House Legislative Agenda for Basic Education
- Hon. Del R. De Guzman, Chairperson,
Committee on Basic Education and Culture,
House of Representatives
12:25 House Legislative Agenda for Higher Education
- Hon. Cynthia A. Villar, Chairperson,
Committee on Higher and Technical Education,
House of Representatives
12:35 Senate Legislative Agenda for Philippine Education
- Hon. Allan Peter S. Cayetano, Chairman,
Committee on Education, Senate
Master of Ceremonies: Fr. Roderick C. Salazar, SVD, Member,
Presidential Task Force for Education
Usherettes: Students of Centro Escolar University
DAY 1, PLENARY SESSION 1 – THURSDAY,
JANUARY 31, 2008, 1:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
VENUE: MANILA HOTEL |
| GOAL 1: | Achieve full support of Stakeholders to Basic Education to attain high quality education, dramatically increase student achievement, as well as retention rate and implement fully innovative retrieval programs towards a zero drop-out rate. |
- Standardize the pre-school curriculum that will prepare 5-year old pupils for entrance to Grade 1 and transfer the general supervision from DSWD/LGUs to DepEd
- Strengthen the implementation of the school-based management project or Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda (BESRA) to empower schools to make informed and local decisions based on their individual needs
- Intensify involvement of stakeholders: Local Government Units, Parents, Community, Business and Industries and other key players in Education, to sustain high quality education, increase retention rate and implement fully retrieval programs to dramatically reduce dropouts
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Patricia B. Licuanan, President, Miriam College
Co-Chair: Dr. Vilma L. Labrador, Undersecretary, Department of Education
Rapporteur: Ms. Carmela C. Oracion, Managing Director,
Ateneo Center for Educational Development,
Ateneo de Manila University
| GOAL 2: | Improve Teachers’ Competencies for Basic and Tertiary Education |
- Promote Continuing Professional Education of teachers and faculty (public and private) in all levels
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Adopt an appropriate curriculum design, content, teaching methodologies and assessment system for in-service and pre-service training of teachers
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Emphasize English, Math and Science and Technology in basic and tertiary education curricula
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Strengthen coordination with accredited Teacher Education Institutions, Centers of Excellence and Development and Autonomous and Deregulated Colleges and Universities in the implementation of Teacher Education Programs and Trainings, In-Service and Pre-Service Trainings
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Design and implement a tracking system for implementation of minimum academic qualifications of faculty members in public and private HEIs.
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Design an implementation plan for the National Competency Based Teacher Standards (NCBTS) to provide teachers with new and expanded skills including the use of instructional technology, alternative mode of delivery using e-learning technologies or facilities
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Review teachers’ qualifications and ranking classifications and institutionalize rewards system for exemplary performance in teaching, research and extension services
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Adopt a competitive salary scale for teachers in public education institutions including SUCs based on performance to attract and keep the best educators
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Rosita L. Navarro, Chairman,
Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities –
Commission on Accreditation
Co-Chair: Dr. Vivien M. Talisayon, Dean,
College of Education, University of the Philippines
Rapporteur: Dr. Paz I. Lucido, President,
Philippine Association for Teacher Education
| GOAL 3: | Harmonized Technical Vocational and Higher Education System |
- Design a harmonized guideline/and equivalency Competency-Based courses to enhance the delivery of high quality tech-voc courses and tertiary programs
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Synchronize standard, upgraded curriculum design per discipline and a strategic implementation scheme (i.e. massive consultation and information dissemination campaign)
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Adopt a dual track system of education at the tertiary level to conform to international standards which streams students to professional degrees and technical courses according to their aptitude and abilities
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Put greater emphasis on Science and Technology at the Post-Graduate Level to enhance the competitiveness of the country
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Lydia B. Echauz, President, Far Eastern University
Co-Chair: Dr. Horacio M. Montefrio, President,
International Electronics and Technical Institute
Rapporteur: Dr. Elizabeth Q. Lahoz, President,
Technological Institute of the Philippines
| GOAL 4-A: | Tighten Linkages Between Higher Education and Industry |
- Address mismatch of industry demands and supply of graduates
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Generate commitment and/or agreement with the Industry/Business Sectors through cost-sharing arrangement, including opportunities for employment.
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Internationalize education to meet global standards
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Attract the well renowned universities in the world to establish campuses in the Philippines
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Cristina D. Padolina, President, Centro Escolar University
Co-Chair: Dr. Eduardo G. Ong, Chair,
Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Education
Rapporteur: Ms. Emivita S. Formoso, Consultant,
Office of the President, Ateneo de Manila University
Presentors: Atty. Jesus B. Garcia, Jr., Mr. Oscar R. Sanez,
Mr. Ernesto B. Santiago, Ms. Teresita P. Medado
| GOAL 4-B: | Tighten Linkages Between Higher Education and PRC |
- Address reliability and validity of professional examinations given by PRC
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Reynaldo B. Vea, President,
MAPUA Institute of Technology
Co-Chair/
Rapporteur: Dr. Nilo L. Rosas, Commissioner,
Professional Regulation Commission
| GOAL 5: | Management, Regulatory and Coordination Issues of the Three Education Agencies of Government |
- Propose Executive/Legislative Actions to achieve strong coordination among/possible reintegration of the three education agencies (CHED, DepEd, TESDA) for a more responsive, efficient, and effective system of education
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Amend the CHED Law to include Local Colleges and Universities within its supervisional jurisdiction
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Increase Enforcement Powers/Limit Judicial Review of education agencies
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Publish relevant information on performance indicators of schools, colleges, polytechnic schools and universities
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Review Qualifications/Disqualifications for education agency heads and other officials
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Adopt a unified Management Information System or Knowledge Management System for all public and private education institutions
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Emmanuel Y. Angeles, Chancellor,
Angeles University Foundation
Co-Chair: Dr. Amelou Benitez-Reyes, President,
Philippine Women’s University
Rapporteur: Dr. Catalino P. Rivera, President,
University of Pangasinan
| GOAL 6: | Management, Regulatory and Coordination Issues of the Three Education Agencies of Government |
- Rationalize education subsidies for SUCs and financial assistance to private colleges and universities
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Sustain budgetary appropriations, scholarships and loan schemes, and development of an inter-agency resource generation program
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Create the Coordinating Council on Accreditation composed of heads/representatives from the five private accrediting agencies namely: AACCUP, ACSCU-AAI, ALCU-COA, PAASCU and PACU-COA to set common accreditation standards.
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Establish an independent National Education and Testing Systems, but publicly funded. Evaluations and assessments are necessary means to establish the extent to which quality, relevance, and other educational goals are being met. This body is envisioned to coordinate and harmonize various existing agencies and efforts in this field and assume responsibility for the educational assessment at all levels—basic, higher, and technical education and skills development.
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Develop a program to address cost/economic problems resulting in the migration of students from private schools to public schools
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Find solutions to attaining a level playing field among SUCs and Private Institutions
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Design a scheme to address provision of tax credit to business corporations or individuals who will support educational programs of institutions (public and private),and/or individual students at all levels
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Workshop Chair: Dr. Vincent K. Fabella, President,
Jose Rizal University
Co-Chair: Dr. Nenalyn P. Defensor, Commissioner,
Commission on Higher Education
Rapporteur: Dr. Esther B. Velasquez, President,
Cebu Normal University
4:00 Meeting of Session Chairs & Rapporteurs
DAY 2, PLENARY SESSION 2- FRIDAY,
FEBRUARY 1, 2008, 8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. |
8:30 Wrap-up per Workshop Group
by the Rapporteurs
9:30 Presentation to the Plenary
by Workshop Chairs
10:15 Open Forum (snacks will be served)
Note: Session Chairs and Rapporteurs will meet at 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
to consolidate outputs to be submitted to the Presidential Task
Force for Education
1:00 Presentation of Final Consolidated Report by the
Presidential Task Force for Education
1:30 Covenant for Philippine Education
Session Chair: Hon. Romulo L. Neri, Secretary,
Commission on Higher Education
and Acting Chairman, Presidential Task Force for Education
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