Effectiveness of Management Related Factors in The Implementation of Alternative Learning Systemin Calauag District

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research mainly focused on understanding the effectiveness of management related factors in the implementation of the Alternative Learning System in Calauag District. Calauag, Quezon. There are two districts covered in the study: Calauag East District in Brgy.5 headed by Mrs. Mehida Ortega as the ALS coordinator and Calauag West District headed by Ms. Chona Alpuerto in Brgy. Sabang Uno.

METHODS

The descriptive method of research was used with questionnaire as the main instrument in gathering the data. The data gathered were subjected to the following statistical treatment: percentage, weighted mean and ranking.

RESULTS

Based on the actual research result on the management system and related factors contributing to the effective implementation of ALS in their respective districts, an action plan and evaluation were formulated. There is a need to develop and strengthen] the existing Bureau of Alternative Learning System of Department of Education. The Literacy Coordinating Council should be mandated to serve as the government agency that guides the evolution of the country's alternative learning system. There is also a need to promote, improve, monitor and evaluate but not necessarily deliver alternative learning interventions for functional literacy of out-of-school youth and adults. This can also be done for ethnic minorities and other groups with special educational needs that cannot be met by schools, and for desired competencies that are part of lifelong learning. There is no clear public funding made for ALS programs. There is no clear advocacy program for ALS development in Calauag. The actual form and structure of the delivery system for alternative learning is not yet clear. Research and development work are also not prioritized and there are no available resources in the locale for adult literacy interventions outside schools.

DISCUSSIONS

The three serious problems encountered in the implementation of the Alternative Learning System in Calauag District " are: 1) a resolution or municipal law was not initiated for the development of ALS as a whole in Calauag District"; 2) "Classrooms are not conducive to learning for the enrollees of ALS A & E in Calauag District; and 3) The districts ALS A & E recruitment in the school year is ineffective".