Status of The Implementation of Tlein The Kto 12 Curriculum: Basis for Management Enhancement Plan

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Massive expansion in knowledge is now taking place across all fields of study and significantly in Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) as part of the enhancement of K to 12 curriculum. Most reinforcements are present in sustaining the needs of TLE particularly in the secondary school nevertheless this study attempted to formally present an account on the status of its implementation. Furthermore, it would like to contribute to the improvement of the department by proposing a management enhancement plan.

METHODS

A descriptive mixed method was utilized. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews and reflective conversations. Stratified, purposive and random sampling were used to identify 375 respondents. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics while qualitative analysis involved transcriptions of interviews and notes which were coded, categorized and themes identified.

RESULTS

This study established that the implementation efforts of school administrators and teachers are constrained by multitude challenges such as gaps in lessons from exploratory to specialization courses (Grade 7 to 10), insufficient number of TESDA certified TLE teachers, lack of technology integration and assessment tools.

DISCUSSIONS

The study recommends strengthening the TLE orientation to parents and students, encourage more teachers to take TESDA trainings and assessments, deepening of content knowledge, conduct intensive seminars on pedagogical approaches and refresher workshops for assessment skills development. It is also recommended to establish a stronger teamwork between TLE department, TLE students' club, community stakeholders and other potential sponsors in the nearby industry.