scholarly journals Unlocking the Potential of the Bangsamoro People through the Alternative Learning System

10.1596/32676 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Learning System ◽  
Alternative Learning

scholarly journals ALS Curriculum Implementation for Juvenile Delinquents in Urban and Rural Areas in the Philippines: A Comparative Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Vandon Borela
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Juvenile Delinquents ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
Rural And Urban Areas ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Urban And Rural Areas

Purpose: The aim of this research study is to evaluate the implementation of Alternative Learning System (ALS) curriculum offered to juvenile delinquents in urban and rural areas in the Philippines. The study also aims to determine whether the current education programs meet the needs of the juvenile delinquents with reference to Juvenile delinquency acts. The study is an attempt to highlight the aspects of Alternative Learning System (ALS) that should be developed.  Approach/Methodology/Design: The study is qualitative and conducted in Marikina City and Rizal province, the Philippines. This study used exploratory study analysis. The respondents are the Alternative Learning System (ALS) teachers. For data collection, three semi-structured interviews were employed and the respondents’ answers were categorized using analytical coding to compare and analyze the implementation of the ALS curriculum for juvenile delinquents. Findings: The interpretation and analysis of the data collected shows that the ALS teachers from both the rural and urban areas have the same experiences on the implementation of the ALS program for juvenile delinquents in terms of curriculum, instruction and assessment. Furthermore, the teachers gave an emphasis that once the juvenile delinquents undergo the program, they are given a new hope and new direction in life to pursue their dreams. Lastly, the teachers from both areas have the same suggestions for the improvement of the implementation of the program, such as additional funds for the development of quality learning materials, increasing the number of learning centers, and designing various forms of assessment.  Practical Implications: The study will contribute positively to the understanding of Alternative learning System. The significance of this study lies in the comparison of the alternative learning system curriculum and how it is implemented to the juvenile delinquents in urban and in rural areas. Originality/value: This study engages ALS teachers in assessing the ALS curriculum, reflecting actual experiences to meet the expectations and needs of the juvenile delinquents.

The Gong Culture of the Manobo of Southern Philippines: A Way Forward to Multi-Cultural Understanding

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Sumagang Tejero
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Values ◽  
Scientific Discovery ◽  
Belief System ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Cultural Education ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
Cultural Understanding ◽  
Modest Contribution ◽  
Theatre Production ◽  
Mainstream Society

How a scientific discovery of a gong culture that is still practiced to this day from the Manobo of Cotabato, Philippines was translated to mainstream society was the purpose of this study. This study utilized a translation continuum framework: 1) knowledge discovery; 2) process; 3) dissemination and 4) adoption. Fieldwork was done in the village of Manobo in Magpet Cotabato, Philippines. In the light of the findings on the gong culture, it can be concluded that the Manobo has contributed their music system, belief system and socio-cultural values to cultural education. Through cultural exchange, dialogues and interactions among researchers, musicians and users, it became part of an international music materials coproduction program of UNESCO, part of a theatre production, and part of the curriculum of the Department of Education and was taught in informal, formal and alternative learning systems. Dissemination of the gong culture was through performances, symposia, workshops and publications. The goal of adoption is long range and may take time, but the modest contribution of the gong culture is a way forward to multi-cultural understanding.   Keywords - Gong Culture, Cultural Education, Alternative learning system, Translational work, multi-cultural understanding

scholarly journals Evaluation of an Alternative Learning System for Youths at Risk of Involvement in Urban Violence in Bagong Silang, Manila, Philippines - Outcome Analysis, Cost-Analysis, and Economic Evaluation.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Mehra ◽  
Shr-Jie Wang ◽  
Juancho Reyes ◽  
Mette Mohl Ambjornsen ◽  
Johan Jarl
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effectiveness ◽  
Young People ◽  
Incremental Cost ◽  
Service Provider ◽  
Incremental Cost Effectiveness Ratio ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Cost Effectiveness Ratio ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Out Of School

Abstract Background: Globally, violence disproportionately affects young people, leading to injury, hospitalisation, death, social dysfunction, and poor mental wellbeing. Moreover, it has far-reaching economic consequences for whole nations, due to loss of productivity. Research suggests that attaining a higher level of education promotes factors which insulate youths from poverty and violence. Purpose: In this study we investigated the outcomes, the cost, and the efficiency of a non-formal education program with an additional psychosocial component. The short-term outcome measure was an increase in educational attainment, a crucial step for youth empowerment. The program analysed was the Alternative Learning System (ALS) offered by the Balay Rehabiliation Centre in Bagong Silang, an urban slum in Manila, which targeted out of school youth. Methods: The cost-effectiveness analysis of ALS compared to a ‘do nothing approach’ was performed from the perspective of the service provider. The study sample comprised 239 learners who were enrolled in the ALS during 2015-2018. For the comparator ‘do nothing approach’, a counterfactual scenario was hypothesised. The average cost of the intervention per enrolled learner, and the incremental cost effectiveness ratio (ICER) for passing the Accreditation and Evaluation (A&E) exam at elementary or secondary level, were calculated. Results: The ALS intervention studied resulted in 41%(n=97) of the learners passing the examination over a period of four years (from 2015 – 2018). The estimated total cost of the intervention was $371,110, corresponding to $1,550 per enrolled learner. The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio for a pass in the exam was found to be $3,830. Compared to other alternative learning interventions, the ALS intervention as used in Bagong Silang was found to be more cost-effective.Conclusion: From the service provider perspective, the ALS for out-of-school young people was found to be a valuable investment to benefit poor young people living in slums in Manila.

scholarly journals Interest, Coping Mechanisms, and Learning Achievements of Single Mothers in the Alternative Learning System

2021 ◽  
pp. 60-84
Author(s):  
Nieva G. Bermudo ◽  
Roleen B. Moleño
Keyword(s):  
Single Mothers ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Coping Mechanisms ◽  
Stressful Events ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
Use Of Resources ◽  
Mathematics And Science

This study determined the interests, coping mechanisms and learning achievements of single mothers in Alternative Learning System. The study employed descriptive-correlational research design utilizing four-parts research instrument.  There were 115 ALS learners enumerated as respondents of the study.  Descriptive statistics and Pearson R correlation analysis were utilized.  Many of the single mothers dropped out of school when they were in their grade seven to ten level of education because they experience difficulty in terms of their economic status but they were interested to continue and finish their study in the basic education level. They adjust to stressful events they encounter; struggle with their understanding in the prerequisite and fundamental knowledge and/ or skills in their communication skills in Filipino and English, and in Mathematics and Science. Further, number of siblings is the best predictor common to the achievements of single mothers in Communication Skills in Filipino and English, Expanding One’s World Views, and overall learning achievement but not in the area of Mathematics and Science and Sustainable Use of Resources and Productivity to which the last grade attended by the single mothers is the best predictor. More importantly, the single mothers enrolled in ALS were motivated to continue and finish their study despite the difficulties they experienced. They hurdle all the odd circumstances that distract their academic journey purposive of improving their current well-being. It was recommended mainly that intensive interventions should be implemented to address the factors such as pregnancy and parenthood, boredom, academic challenges, lack of parental support, and money that generally causes the youths to drop from attending school.

scholarly journals Evaluation of an Alternative Learning System for youths at risk of involvement in urban violence in the Philippines

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Mehra ◽  
Shr-Jie Sharlenna Wang ◽  
Juancho Reyes ◽  
Mette Møhl Ambjørnsen ◽  
Johan Jarl
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effectiveness ◽  
Young People ◽  
Incremental Cost ◽  
Service Provider ◽  
Incremental Cost Effectiveness Ratio ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Cost Effectiveness Ratio ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Out Of School

Abstract Background Globally, violence disproportionately affects young people, leading to injury, hospitalisation, death, social dysfunction, and poor mental wellbeing. Moreover, it has far-reaching economic consequences for whole nations, due to loss of productivity. Research suggests that attaining a higher level of education promotes factors that insulate youths from poverty and violence. Purpose In this study, we investigated the outcomes, the cost, and the cost-effectiveness of a non-formal education program with an additional psychosocial component. The short-term outcome measure was an increase in educational attainment, a crucial step for youth empowerment. The program analysed was the Alternative Learning System (ALS) offered by the Balay Rehabiliation Centre in Bagong Silang, an urban slum in Manila, which targeted out of school youth. Methods The cost-effectiveness analysis of ALS compared to a ‘do nothing approach’ was performed from the perspective of the service provider. The study sample comprised 239 learners who were enrolled in the ALS during 2015–2018. For the ‘do nothing’ comparator, a counterfactual scenario was hypothesised. The average cost of the intervention per enrolled learner, and the incremental cost effectiveness ratio (ICER) for passing the Accreditation and Evaluation (A&E) exam at elementary or secondary level, were calculated. Results The ALS intervention studied resulted in 41% (n = 97) of the learners passing the examination over a period of four years (from 2015–2018). The estimated total cost of the intervention was $371,110, corresponding to $1550 per enrolled learner. The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio for a pass in the exam was found to be $3830. Compared to other, international, alternative learning interventions, the ALS intervention as used in Bagong Silang was found to be more cost-effective. Conclusion From the service provider perspective, the ALS for out-of-school young people was found to be a valuable investment to benefit poor young people living in slums in Manila.

scholarly journals COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM (ALS) IN THE DIVISION OF BATANGAS CITY

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Meniano D. Ebora ◽  
Romeo M. Guillo Jr.
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Management Plan ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
School Officials ◽  
Volunteer Program ◽  
Learning Modules ◽  
Comprehensive Management ◽  
Lecture Demonstration

The study aimed to propose a comprehensive management plan for the Alternative Learning System (ALS) program in the Division of Batangas City. The study used descriptive method of research using a researcher-constructed questionnaire, interview, and Focus Group Discussion (FGD). It involved 30 ALS implementers and 350 ALS graduates from CY 2009 to CY 2013 selected through stratified random sampling. Results showed that among the ALS program offerings, Literacy Volunteer Program and Balik-Paaralan Para sa Out-of-School Adults (BPOSA) were extremely evident. Lecture-demonstration as a teaching strategy was most often utilized by the ALS implementers. The classrooms for ALS instruction and the learning modules were very much adequate for ALS instruction. The paper and pencil test was very much applicable to the type of ALS learners. The data revealed that 221 of the 350 respondents were studying in the different colleges and universities and in TESDA while 129 ALS graduates were already working in the different firms or industries. From the results, the researcher based the output of the study which is a proposed comprehensive management plan that may help strengthen the ALS program in the division and benefit stakeholders such as ALS implementers, Local Government Units, DepEd/school officials, and ALS learners.

scholarly journals ALS Teachers’ Instructions In Bacolod City: A Narrative Inquiry

2014 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 66-73
Author(s):  
John Gerald A. Pilar
Keyword(s):  
Narrative Inquiry ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Formal Schooling ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
Quality Instruction ◽  
Formal School ◽  
Out Of School

This study attempted to explore the Alternative Learning System (ALS) teachers handling ALS instructions to the out-of-school youths/students in Bacolod City. This study was based on Philippine Education for All (EFA) 2015 plan is a vision and a holistic program of reforms that aims at improving the quality of basic education for every Filipino by 2015. This study has utilized the qualitative method of narrative inquiry, perceptions and stories were collected from ALS teachers in Bacolod City, and analysis of the information to determine their teaching competency lives according to their perceptions as possible. Moreover, one must be skilled in the art of data collection; a self-designed protocol may be needed to facilitate information from various locations and people involved (Leary, 2011). The researcher has revealed the thematic reflection as “Alternative Learning System (ALS) is linked with Patience, Learning, and Understanding for the learning process to reach the goal of success”, while the thematic insights revealed as “Alternative Learning System (ALS): Determination, Hard work and Ambition to reach the goal in life by producing modules in real-life activities/situations”, and the eidetic insights opened as “ALS as a whole is challenging towards out-of-school youths and adult education as the same quality instruction/education as what formal schooling will provide to the students”. The researcher has noted that participants were challenged in teaching ALS students particularly adults and out-of-school youths who are working for a living but they need quality education, not in a formal school. Thus, it is recommended that the improvement of the instructional modules in teaching ALS will help the students learn with the use of the latest technology to keep abreast in learning using technology not only in modules alone and further research to be conducted in Alternative Learning System to confirm the result of the present study.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the Playgroup Project and Alternative Learning System Programs in Village Looc and Village Opao, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Glenlie C. Ruiz ◽  
Gina Fe L. Pilapil ◽  
Katrina Jan Alexa L. Rule ◽  
Stephanie Anne L. Tulod ◽  
Mauro Allan Padua Amparado
Keyword(s):  
Student Teachers ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Smooth Transition ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Extension Programs ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
The Government ◽  
The University

The College of Teacher Education responds to the needs of its partner communities in Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines as it implements the Playgroup Project and the Alternative Learning System (ALS) Programs. The college has integrated its community extension programs into the academic and extra-curricular activities of the students. Student-teachers render extension services to Village Looc and Village Opao. The university funds these programs which are supported by the faculty and other stakeholders. This descriptive, qualitative study evaluated the implementation of the two community extension programs among its beneficiaries. In the Playgroup Project, parents are satisfied with the implementation of the program. They believe that the project yields favorable results and would benefit more families in the community. The program, implemented by the faculty, students, non-teaching staff, and alumni volunteers, utilizes the resources and facilities of the university. Based on the parents’ testimonies, there is a strong association between the participation of their children in the program, their learning competence, and their social and emotional well-being. The program has increased the readiness of the learners for a smooth transition to kindergarten. The improvement of the learners’ dependability level had helped the parents ease their concern for their children’s safety.On the other hand, the ALS Program, in cooperation with DepEd Mandaue City, involved the student-teachers and volunteers in the mapping of potential ALS learners, learning sessions, and culminating activities. This study revealed that the ALS Program has touched lives across different socio-economic backgrounds. During the interview with the learners, the researchers noted the absence of learners in some of the learning sessions. With learners facing various family and financial challenges, it becomes difficult for them to pursue their studies. However, the perception of the learners with the ALS Program is positive. They are eager to finish the program to support their families and achieve their dreams. The researchers believe that the learning environment of the learners should be improved. There is also a need for continued partnership between the government and the academe. This ensures the support and sustainability of the program. The testimonies of the learners have underscored that the ALS Program is a beacon of hope.

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