WRITTEN
REPORT
IN
MTB-MLE Submitted by:
MERRY GRACE A. CENIZA
JENEROSE T. CAPARIDA
APRIL MAE C. CAPISTRANO
JOHN CARMELO S. PATIÑO
Submitted to:
MISS KATE DARLENE MAGLANGIT TANGLIBEN, MAED
Instructor I
Republic of the Philippines
North Eastern Mindanao State
University
Rosario, Tandag City, Surigao del Sur
8300 Telefax No. 086-214-4221
I. INTRODUCTION
Republic Act 10157 or “The Kindergarten Education Law” made Kindergarten the
compulsory and mandatory entry stage to basic education. Kindergarten education is hereby
institutionalized as part of basic education and for school year 2011-2012 shall be
implemented partially, and thereafter, it shall be made mandatory and compulsory for entrance
to Grade 1.
II. DISCUSSION
A. Activity
ANO ANG ALAM MO!
Pamagat ng Gawain
Direction: The class will be divided into 4. There are questions flash in the screen and
they will answer it within 5 seconds only. Those groups that get the highest score are
the winner.
1. Children’s mind are likened into this object _ _ _ _ _ _.
2. A young person especially between infancy and youth is called _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _.
3. Primary education is not compulsory.( TRUE or FALSE)
4. What is a key characteristic of how kindergarten learners learn best?
A) By reading textbooks
B) Through hands-on activities and play
C) By memorizing facts
D) By watching long videos
5. At what stage are most kindergarten learners in terms of social skills?
A) Preferring to work alone
B) Enjoying group activities and sharing
C) Avoiding interaction with others
D) Only communicating with adults
6. Which type of play is most beneficial for kindergarten learners?
A) Structured games with strict rules
B) Free play where they use their imagination
C) Watching others play
D) Doing homework assignments
7. What is an important aspect of emotional development for kindergarten
learners?
A) Understanding complex emotions like guilt
B) Expressing basic emotions like happiness and sadness
C) Handling multiple emotions at once
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D) Hiding their feelings from others
8. How do kindergarten learners typically develop their language skills?
A) Through memorizing words
B) By interacting with others and listening to stories
C) By reading advanced books
D) Through silent observation
9. What is a common interest for many kindergarten learners?
A) Complex mathematics
B) Imaginary play and storytelling
C) Financial planning
D) Advanced technology
10. What is a typical cognitive ability for kindergarten learners?
A) Abstract thinking
B) Understanding basic concepts like numbers and letters
C) Solving adult-level problems
D) Detailed logical reasoning
B. Analysis
Based on our activity. What do you think is our lesson today?
C. Abstract
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10157
AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING THE KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION INTO THE
BASIC EDUCATION SYSTEM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Definitions, purpose, qualifications, and policies regarding RA 10157 shall be
discussed through the following sections:
SECTION 1: Short Title
RA 10157 is also known as "The Kindergarten Education Act".
An act that was approved on January 20, 2012, and which took effect on March 14,
2012,
An act institutionalizing the Kindergarten Education into The Basic Education
system and appropriating funds therefor
SECTION 2: Declaration of Policy
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RA 10157 declared that the State shall provide equal opportunities for all children to
avail of accessible mandatory and compulsory kindergarten education that effectively
promotes physical social intellectual emotional and skills stimulation and values
formation to
SECTION 3: Definition of terms
a) DepEd shall refer to the Department of Education
b) BEE shall refer to the Bureau of Elementary Education.
c) Kindergarten education shall be understood in this Act to mean one (1) year of
preparatory education for children at least (5) years old as a prerequisite for Grade I,
and
d) Mother tongue refers to the language first learned by a child
SECTION 4: Institutionalization of Kindergarten Education
Kindergarten education is hereby institutionalized as part of basic education and for
school year 2011-2012 shall be implemented partially, and thereafter, it shall be made
mandatory and compulsory for entrance to Grade 1.
SECTION 5: Medium of Instruction
The state shall hereby adopt the mother tongue-based multilingual education (MTB-
MLE) method. The mother tongue of the learner shall be the primary medium of
instruction for teaching and learning in the kindergarten level. However, there will be
exceptions in the use of mother tongue
EXCEPTIONS FOR THE USE OF MOTHER TONGUE
a) When the pupils in the kindergarten classroom have different mother tongues or
when
b) When the teacher does not speak the mother tongue of the learners,
c) When resources, in line with the use of the mother tongue, are not yet available;
and
d) When teachers are not yet trained how to use the MTB-MLE program
In such exceptional cases, the primary medium of instruction shall be determined
by the DepEd aligned with the framework being used in the elementary level
including teacher training and production of local resources and materials under
DepEd Order No. 74, series
Section 6. Implementing Agency. - The authority to regulate the organization, operation and/or
implementation of the kindergarten education program of both public and private schools shall
be vested upon the DepEd, through the creation of a new Division under the BEE and other
necessary support to achieve successful implementation of kindergarten education to include,
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but not limited to, increasing the number of kindergarten teacher positions with the required
salaries and benefits, enhancing teacher training in early education, and providing the
necessary allocations for classrooms and chairs, facilities and equipment, and
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Section 7. Duties, Powers and Functions. - The DepEd, through the BEE, shall exercise the
following powers and functions:
(a) Oversee and supervise the organization, operation and implementation of the
kindergarten education program;
(b) Develop the curriculum for kindergarten education consistent with the universally
accepted norms and standards, including values formation all of which shall be
developmentally appropriate, and use of the MTB-MLE as a medium of instruction and
to periodically review such for purposes of upgrading;
(c) Develop teaching strategies using the unique feature of the MTB-MLE which shall
include, but not limited to, the following:
(1) The two-track method (storytelling and reading, listening story, oral
communication activities);
(2) Interactive strategies;
(3) Use of manipulative games; and
(4) Experiential, small group discussions and total physical response (TPR)
among others.
The learning development materials shall consist of the following at the minimum:
(i) Listening story;
(ii) Small books;
(iii) Big books;
(iv) Experience story;
(v) Primer lessons; and
(vi) Lessons exemplars;
(a) Conceive, develop and extend a continuing professional development
program for kindergarten teachers to ensure constant updating of their
knowledge in current trends, pedagogy, methodologies and concepts on early
childhood education;
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(b) Prescribe the necessary qualifications for the hiring and accreditation of
teachers who will handle the kindergarten education program;
(c) Exercise authority over the operation of private kindergarten institutions;
(d) Supervise the establishment of various venues for early childhood education
which may be institution-based, home-based, hospital-based or community-
based, and which shall be duly accredited by the DepEd; and
(e) Introduce innovative programs in kindergarten that shall include educational
technologies, whenever applicable.
Section 8. Appropriations. - The DepEd shall immediately include in the program of the
Department the operationalization of the free, mandatory and compulsory public kindergarten
education, the initial funding of which shall be charged against the current appropriations for
kindergarten education of the DepEd. Thereafter, such sums which shall be necessary for the
continued implementation of the free public kindergarten education program shall be charged
to the General Fund and included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Section 9. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within ninety (90) days after the effectivity
of this Act, the DepEd, in consultation with the Department of Budget and Management, shall
promulgate the rules and regulations needed for the implementation of this Act.
Section 10. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional,
the same shall not affect the validity and effectivity of the other provisions hereof.
Section 11. Repealing Clause. - Pertinent provisions of all other laws, decrees, executive
orders and rules and regulations contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are
hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
Section 12. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
D. Application
Instruction: Read the questions carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the primary purpose of the Kindergarten Education Act?
A) To increase funding for primary schools
B) To ensure children receive quality early childhood education
C) To standardize high school curricula
D) To provide higher education scholarships
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2.Which of the following is a requirement for kindergarten programs under
the Act?
A) Offering a full-day program only
B) Inclusion of developmentally appropriate practices
C) Using only digital learning tools
D) Limiting class sizes to no more than 10 students
3. How does the Kindergarten Education Act support children with special
needs?
A) By excluding them from general education settings
B) By providing additional funding for special needs programs
C) By requiring all children to have the same learning materials
D) By offering separate programs for special needs children only
4.) According to Section 6, who is responsible for the implementation of the
R.A. 10157 or the Kindergarten Education Act?
A. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
B. The Department of Education (DepEd)
C. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
D. Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
5). The following are exceptions according to Section 5. EXCEPT.
A. When the pupils in the kindergarten have different mother tongues.
B. When the teacher does not speak the mother tongue of the learners
C. Teachers who have undergone on how to equip the MTB-MLE program
6.) Which of the following best describes the primary objective of
R.A.10157?
A. To provide compulsory kindergarten education for all children aged 5
years old
B. To increase funding for the kindergarten schools and establish new
elementary schools across the country.
C. To enhance the quality of higher education institutions
7.) What happens if a provision of the Act is held invalid or unconstitutional?
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a) The entire Act is rendered invalid.
b) Only the invalid provision is affected, and the rest of the Act remains
valid.
c) The Act automatically expires.
8.) What does the Repealing Clause in Section 11 state?
a) All previous laws remain unaffected by this Act.
b) Only executive orders are repealed by this Act.
c) Laws, decrees, executive orders, and regulations inconsistent with this
Act are repealed or modified.
9.) Where will the funds for the Kindergarten Education Program come from,
according to Section 7?
A. Local government units
B. Donations
C. The Department of Education's budget
D. Private sponsors
10.) What is the main goal of the transitory provisions in Section 9?
A. To stop all existing preschool programs
B. To ensure a smooth transition to the new kindergarten program
C. To delay the implementation of the new program
D. To create new preschool programs
III. CONCLUSION
Overall, the Kindergarten Education Act emphasizes the importance of early
childhood education and aims to provide a strong foundation for children's future
learning and development.
IV. REFERENCE
https://www.studocu.com/ph/document/pasig-catholic-college/corporate-law/
kindergarten-law-republic-act-101157/20326929
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