Educational trends

and Mandates
Educational trends

Educational trends refer to the patterns and

changes in educational practices,
methodologies, and approaches that evolve
over time.
Mandates

In education typically denote official

instructions, policies, or requirements
imposed by authorities, such as governments
or educational institutions, to guide and
regulate the educational system.
Educational
trends
Access to Education

Efforts have been made to improve access to

formal and non-formal learning opportunities,
aiming to provide education to a wider range
of students across the country.
Quality Improvement

There is a focus on improving the quality of

education in the Philippines. This includes
enhancing the curriculum, teacher training,
and instructional materials to ensure
students receive a high-quality education.
Personalized Learning

Customizing education to meet individual

student needs and preferences through
adaptive learning technologies and
differentiated instruction.
Blended Learning

A school or classroom structure in which

students learn partially from direct teacher
instruction and partially in more self-directed
activities.
Digital Transformation

Integration of technology into teaching and

learning processes, including online learning
platforms, digital resources, and virtual
classrooms.
Global Citizenship Education

Promoting understanding of global issues ,

cultural awareness, and responsible citizenship
through interdisciplinary learning and cross-
cultural experiences.
Competency-Based Education

Shifting focus from seat time to mastery of

skills and competencies, emphasizing real-
world application and project-based learning.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Integration of social and emotional skills

development into the curriculum to
support students' well-being, resilience,
and interpersonal relationships.
Bite-Sized Learning
An educational technique that provides students
with brief intensive activities that target specific
academic skills. In a guest post with Cambridge
University Press, teacher trainer Jade Blue
describes it as an approach that “takes into account
the contemporary demands of learner lifestyles that
might hinder longer periods of focused study and
time spent in the classroom.”
Digital Citizenship

The ability to use technology and the Internet both

effectively and appropriately. Good digital citizenship
is increasingly necessary, but as assignments and
lessons traditionally done in person move online,
students need the skills to develop a healthy
relationship with digital media.
Gamification

Learning strategy that involves using

games and rewards to teach students, is a
strategy with plenty of both advocates and
critics.
Experiential Learning

According to the UC Denver Experiential

Learning Center, allows students to develop
knowledge and skills in a setting outside of the
classroom.
Educational
Mandates
Curriculum Standards

Mandates specifying what students should

know and be able to do at each grade level,
often aligned with national or state standards.
Assessment Requirements

Mandates for standardized testing or

assessments to measure student performance
and school accountability, including
requirements for graduation or promotion.
Professional Development

Mandates for ongoing professional development

and teacher training to improve instructional
practices, meet certification requirements, and
stay current with educational trends.
Inclusion and Diversity

Mandates promoting inclusive education

practices and addressing the needs of diverse
student populations, including students with
disabilities, English language learners, and
marginalized groups.
Health and Safety

Mandates addressing health and safety

concerns in schools, such as physical safety
protocols, mental health support services, and
nutrition guidelines.
Constitutional Provision

The Philippine Constitution guarantees the

right to education for all citizens and mandates
the state to establish and maintain a system of
free public education.
Enhanced Basic Education
Act of 2013

This law aims to provide quality basic

education by enhancing the curriculum,
improving the quality of teachers and facilities,
and ensuring access to education for all
learners.
K-12 Program

Implemented under Republic Act 10533, the K-

12 program introduced additional years to the
basic education cycle, including kindergarten
and two years of senior high school, to better
prepare students for higher education,
employment, or entrepreneurship.
Republic Act 9155 (Governance of
Basic Education Act of 2001)
This law provides the framework for the
governance of the basic education system in
the country, including the roles and
responsibilities of various stakeholders such as
the Department of Education (DepEd), local
government units, and schools.