[HS] – School/Education in the Philippines

PASSAGE READING

Please read aloud the following passage. I will check your pronunciation as you read.

READ

K to 12 curriculum

The Philippine education system follows the K to 12 curriculum. This curriculum aims to develop the skills of students as it provides them enough time to prepare for college education. The K to 12 curriculum covers Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education. Basic education is divided into elementary, junior high school, and senior high school. Students study elementary education for 6 years, junior high school for 4 years, and senior high school for 2 years. In senior high school, students choose a track to study. The tracks are composed of academic, livelihood, and sports and arts. This helps students decide which major they should study in college.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the passage.

ANSWER

 

1. What system does the Philippine education follow?

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2. What is the aim of the K to 12 curriculum?

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3. What are the tracks of the K to 12 curriculum?

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EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion. Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

 

1. What do you know about the Philippine education system?

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2. Is the Philippine education system similar to that in Japan?

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3. If you were to choose a track to study, which one would you choose?

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4. Do you agree that parents should let their children choose what major to study?

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5. Do you think all countries should follow one education system?

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