Educating Dropouts and Adult Learners through the Alternative Learning System: Equalizing Opportunities for Education in a Multicultural Society

2012 ◽  
Vol 6 (9) ◽  
pp. 159-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Loreta Vivian Ramel-Galima
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learners ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Multicultural Society ◽  
Alternative Learning

scholarly journals A Teachware for Mobile Teachers on Basic Reading

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lian Sabella Castillo ◽  
Ma. Clarissa Andrea Tenorio ◽  
Ma. Katrina Carmela Barrios
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learners ◽  
Phonemic Awareness ◽  
Police Department ◽  
Domestic Workers ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Teaching Approach ◽  
Quezon City ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
City Police

More than sixteen (16) million Filipinos cannot read and write (DepEd, 2011). Illiteracy is the continuous cycle between poverty and ignorance that cultivates the Filipino struggle. In this light, the Bureau of Alternative Learning System has partnered with various organizations including the Quezon City Police Department Station 10 and Barangay Loyola Heights in order to deliver and conduct lessons for illiterate individuals. Their learners include a variety of people that are usually domestic workers and inmates who completely cannot read the basic alphabet. The teachers cannot deliver the topics in an organized manner and do not present the letters as constituents of the word as well as properly exhibit the mapping of the word to letter to sound and vice versa. With that said, the proponents will develop a teachware that will serve as a tool that will assist the mobile teachers in teaching adult learners to verbalize a word with or without knowing its meaning. Explicit Reading, Systematic Reading and Phonemic Awareness Instruction are the models and/or teaching approach to be used so that the teachware to be developed will be effective and appropriate to the demographic.

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 Exploring the characteristics of adults’ online learning activities: a case study of EdX online institute

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuewei Shi ◽  
Xi Lin
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Adult Learners ◽  
Course Completion ◽  
Discussion Board ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Online Course ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Education Administrators

Online learning has become a prevailing trend among adult learners. Therefore, this study investigated the learning time preference and the relationship between the course completion and learning activities among adult learners based on data from one online learning platform. Results indicate that a periodical fluctuation of participating online course study exists among adult learners. Additionally, the activity of posting on the discussion board is a main learning activity factor that influences their online course completion. It is expected that this study would help online learning system designers, education administrators and instructors to better understand the characteristics of adult learners and their learning activities to provide better accessibility and flexibility in online learning environments for them.

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.

Design and Research on Adult English Learning System Based on the Mobile Technology

2011 ◽  
Vol 403-408 ◽  
pp. 1548-1551
Author(s):  
Zhi Jun Wang ◽  
Xiao Tang
Keyword(s):  
Adult Education ◽  
Adult Learners ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Information Network ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Total Quality ◽  
Mobile Learning System

Recently, with the rapid development of information network and communication technology, Mobile learning has playing an important role in people's studying and working and becomes the focus and tendency of distance learning. On the other hand, adult education as a supplement of ordinary education has playing an important role in improving labors' total quality, For adult learners are busy for work and they only have to learn at spare moment, so the form of adult education should be more flexible, not only limit to television university and night college. Mobile learning is flexible and individual which can provide adult learners a good way to learn. This issue's aim is to design and develop an adult English mobile learning system.

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