Rapid Appraisal of The Implementation of The K to 12 Curriculum: Input to Policy Formulation

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The main purpose of this study was to determine the status of the implementation of the K to 12 curriculum as perceived by the public junior high school teachers and administrators in terms of curriculum design, learning resources, learning competencies, assessmentand rating of learning outcomes, support for teachers and for students and identify some input to policy formulation that can be offered based on the findings of the study.

METHODS

The study utilized the descriptive and rapid appraisal method in gathering data through the use of survey questionnaire and unstructured interview questionnaire.

RESULTS

Results showed that the implementation of the K to 12 curriculum design, assessment, and rating of learning outcomes was rated very satisfactory, while learning competencies, learning resources, support for teachers, and support for students were rated satisfactory. Despite this rating, most of the items under each category were considered weaknesses, hence, indicating the need for improvement. No significant differences were noted between the observation of teachers and administrators in the implementation of the K to curriculum.

DISCUSSIONS

The results of the study served as a basis in recommending policies for the improvement of each curricular category evaluated. It is therefore recommended to conduct further research on these policies, especially on the implementation and evaluation of their effectiveness in addressing the weak areas of the K-12 curriculum.