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This document discusses various government programs and initiatives in the Philippines that aim to promote science education. It provides details on programs overseen by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) that support research and development, technical institutes, science education centers, agricultural colleges, and vocational high schools. Additionally, it outlines scholarship programs, the K-12 curriculum, and other projects focused on strengthening the teaching of science.

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This document discusses various government programs and initiatives in the Philippines that aim to promote science education. It provides details on programs overseen by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) that support research and development, technical institutes, science education centers, agricultural colleges, and vocational high schools. Additionally, it outlines scholarship programs, the K-12 curriculum, and other projects focused on strengthening the teaching of science.

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DANICA HANNAH MAE L.

TUMACDER GE
STS
BSED 2B
MWF 4-5 PM

I. ASSIGNMENT
What are other government projects and programs are available for science
education in the Philippines?

In the Philippines, numerous schemes and campaigns are available to promote these
goals. The Department of Science and Technology oversees these initiatives and
activities (DOST).

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNICAL INSTITUTES, SCIENCE


EDUCATION CENTERS AND AGRICULTURAL COLLEGES AND
VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOLS.
During the Marcos era, the major development projects to reform education
were done and which included research and development, establishment of technical
institutes, science education centers, and agricultural colleges and vocational high
schools.

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY


It was established and was composed of scientists with innovative
achievement in the basic and applied sciences to serve as a reservoir of scientific and
technological expertise for the country.

PHILIPPINE SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL MINDANAO AND VISAYAS


CAMPUS
The Mindanao and Visayas campuses of the Philippine Science High School
were established to encourage careers in science and technology and to be more
accessible to the talented students in the Mindanao and Visayas areas in accordance
with Executive Order No. 1090, s. 1986.

R.A. 6655 FREE PUBLIC SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT OF 1988


Aquino opened free education at the secondary level. Together with this was
implemented the “Science for the Masses Program” which aimed at scientific and
technological literacy among Filipinos.

R.A NO. 7687 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP LAW PF 1004


This act is prioritized under the Science and Technology Agenda for National
Development (STAND) which provides scholarships to talented and deserving
students whose families’ socio-economic status do not exceed the set cut-off values of
certain indicators. Qualifiers must pursue priority fields of study in the basic sciences,
engineering, other applied sciences, and science and mathematics teaching.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION


It was developed further by strengthening the schools and education system
such as the Philippine Science High School (PSHS), which focuses on science,
technology and mathematics in their curriculum. This helps schools produce and get
more involved in this sector. Future Filipino scientists and innovators can be produced
through this system.
K-12 PROGRAM
In the K-12 program, the different disciplines in science which are life science,
chemistry, physics and earth science are incorporated in every level. In terms of
instruction, the science program shifts from traditional methods of teaching to a more
innovative exploration that emphasizes the enhancement of the students’ critical
thinking and scientific skills. The new curriculum utilizes learner-centered approach
such as the inquiry learning pedagogy.

MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM


DOST’s longest running scholarship program which is available to students
who are academically talented and inclined towards science and mathematics. There
are 810 scholars currently supported wider this program

TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM


The DOST also supports various scholarship programs aimed to fill in the gaps in the
number of competent science and math teachers, specifically in the areas of Physics.
Among them are:
Cooperative Pre-Service Education for Science and Mathematics Teachers
(Project 8102 Ed) in cooperation with the PNU, DSLU, and TUP Manila.
Partial Scholarship for BSE Major in Physics (Project 9001 Ed.) Scholarship
Program for Science and Math Education, Major in Physics (RSTC Project 8901 Ed)

JUNIOR LEVEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (JLAP)


The JLAP scholarships are awarded to qualified third year college students
who are enrolled in priority engineering courses and other basic and applied sciences.

OTHER PROJECTS/PROGRAMS OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AVAILABLE


IN THE PHILIPPINES

S&T Scholarship Act of 1994


R.A. No. 10612 or the “Fast-Tracked S&T Scholarship Act of 2013.” 
Development of Databases Relevant to S&T and Science Education
Benchmarking for the Improvement of S&T Education
Philippine Participation in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study-
Repeat (TIMSS-R)
Project Rescue Initiatives for Science Education (RISE)
Faculty/Staff Development Program for Teacher Educators of the Regional Science
Teaching Centers or RSTCs (Residential Program)
Alternative Approach to Faculty Development Program (Distance Education)
Master's Program for Faculty Members of Selected Teacher Education Institutions
Mobile Information Technology Classroom
Development of Computer-Based Teaching Modules in Science and Mathematics
Project Mindanao Upgrading of Science Teachers (MUST)
National Science Club Month Celebration

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II. EVALUATION

1. Are there private schools with outstanding science education program?


Support your answer. Identify and compare their science education programs
with public science schools. (10 points)

Definitely there are many private schools, colleges and universities that offers
outstanding science education programs such as UST, they have excellent science
education services. They are one of the leading universities in the Philippines that have a
wide range of STEM-related courses. They have 38 specializations, 30 bachelor's
degrees in all those specializations, 14 master's degrees, and three doctoral degrees.

Also, UP Manila is the most prestigious research university in the field of health
sciences. The National Institutes of Health and the UP Philippine General Hospital, the
country's largest government tertiary hospital, are also located there.

The Ateneo School of Science and Engineering is dedicated to educate students in


the most innovative and appropriate science and technology, ensuring appropriate and
sustainable growth for everyone and environmental conservation. Students are educated
in basic and applied sciences through graduate schooling, study, and one-on-one focus.

OTHER UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES INCLUDES:


o Centro Escolar University in Manila
o Far Eastern University in Manila
o De La Salle University in Manila
o San Pedro College in Davao
o University of San Carlos in Cebu
o Ateneo de Davao University in Davao
o St. Louis University in Baguio City, Benguet
o Adamson Univerisity in Manila
o Mapua University in Manila
o St. Mary's University in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

PRIVATE SCHOOL PUBLIC SCHOOL


BS in Medical Biology BS in Biology
BS in Environmental Science BS in Agricultural Chemistry
BS in General Science BS in Mathematics
BS in Applied Science BS in Chemistry
BS in Chemistry BS in Applied Mathematics
BS in Marine Biology BS in Physics
BS in Physics Bachelor of Sports Science
BS in Health Sciences BS in Statistics
BS in Human Biology BS in Science Education
BS in Cosmetic Science BS in Environmental Science
BS in Geology

The biggest difference between private schools and public schools in terms of
science programs, as described above, is that private schools have better and more
complete resources, labs, and equipment to study in the most innovative way. They are
more organized and advanced than state universities because public schools lack
resources, labs, and equipment, as well as sufficient funding to meet the needs of
students participating in science education programs. Furthermore, private schools place
a greater emphasis on the medical field, while public schools place a greater emphasis
on agricultural sciences.

2. Discuss science education related issues and problems in the country. If you
are given the authority to solve or chair an education committee, how do you
address said issue? What policy/policies are you going to propose/implement?
(10 points)

Research found out that the main problem of science education in our country was
poor Performance of students in Science and Mathematics wherein in all categories,
Philippines was falling behind other Asian counties such as Thailand, Singapore and
Vietnam. In relation to this issue, it was also found that science is the most difficult field of
study in basic education here in the Philippines. It has been proved because based on their
data, Filipino students excel in science tests with less than 50% and it is alarming that it
hasn’t been improved up to this year. The possible explanations for Filipino students' poor
science outcomes are a lack of interest for a scientific community, as shown by
shortcomings in the school curriculum, an ineffective teaching aspect of education, limited
instructional resources, and a lack of training development.

If I were given to chair and education committee, I’ll address these issues in a way
that both students, teachers and the school will benefit. We, the administration of education
should adapt the new system of learning. We should prioritize the learner-centered
classroom rather than being stocked on the traditional based learning which is the teacher-
centered learning. Let us also provide educational trainings and seminars for both students
and teachers that will help them improve their science skills. And for this to be able to
achieve, financial support from the government and sponsorship from both public and
private sectors is much needed because this fund will be put to laboratories, facilities,
equipment, and engaging text-books so that students and teachers will have interesting
learning environment and appreciate more the science education.
Finally, I’ll propose one policy which I’ll be calling Learner Centers in 21 st
Century. This policy covers the rights and privilege of every Filipino learners to learn
in a healthy and engaging learning environment. Government should prioritize a fund
for the Learner Centers which will be built within year 2024. This Learning Centers
serves as the laboratories, classrooms and etc. for both public and privates schools for
free. There are some of the potential drawbacks to our country's failure of science
education. As a result, it will be a huge challenge for us, as potential educators of the
developing mind, to be idealistic, optimistic, and inventive enough to mitigate this
problem.

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