Name: Gahon,Vina M.

Prof. Elmer C. Escala

Section: BTLED HE 3-2

Activity 1. Write a personal definition of curriculum. Explain the definition.

- Curriculum is a structured plan encompassing learning objectives, content, methods,

and assessment within an educational system. It delineates the framework for teaching
and learning, guiding the educational journey by outlining what students should learn and
how that knowledge is delivered and evaluated.
Activity 2. Browse the Internet and check some examples of an ideal curriculum suggested
by professional organizations. List down the examples below.

K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum:

 This curriculum framework covers Kindergarten to Grade 12 and aims to provide
a holistic education that emphasizes 21st-century skills, critical thinking,
communication, collaboration, and creativity across various subject areas.
 Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE):
 The DepEd promotes the use of the learner's mother tongue as a medium of
instruction in the early grades to facilitate better understanding and competency in
learning.
Spiral Progression Approach:
 The curriculum follows a spiral progression where concepts are introduced,
revisited, and deepened across grade levels to ensure mastery of essential skills
and knowledge.
Enhanced Basic Education Information System (EBEIS):
 The EBEIS is a tool used by DepEd to monitor and evaluate the implementation of
the curriculum, track student progress, and gather data for educational planning
and improvement.

Activity 3: Think about this: What are the benefits and possible pitfalls of having an official
curriculum prescribed to all schools?

Benefits:
 Consistency and Standardization: A standardized curriculum ensures that all
students across different regions and schools have access to the same quality of
education, providing a level playing field for learning outcomes.
  Clarity and Guidance: An official curriculum provides clear guidelines for
teachers regarding what topics to teach, learning objectives, and assessment
criteria, offering a structured framework for instruction.
 Accountability and Evaluation: It facilitates monitoring and evaluation of
educational progress, allowing authorities to assess the effectiveness of teaching
methods, student performance, and areas needing improvement.
 National Goals and Priorities: The curriculum can reflect national educational
goals, values, and priorities, aligning education with the country's needs for
workforce development, citizenship, and societal advancement.
Possible Pitfalls:
 Rigidity and Inflexibility: A prescribed curriculum might be rigid, limiting
teachers' flexibility to adapt to the specific needs, interests, or learning styles of
their students. It could stifle innovation and creativity in teaching approaches.
 Overcrowded Content: An official curriculum might try to cover too much
content, resulting in a rushed pace of teaching and potentially sacrificing in-depth
understanding for the sake of covering a wide range of topics.
 Disparity with Local Contexts: It might not adequately address the diverse
cultural, regional, or socio-economic contexts of students across the Philippines,
leading to a lack of relevance or applicability in certain areas.
 Teacher Burden and Professional Autonomy: Strict adherence to a prescribed
curriculum might put excessive pressure on teachers to 'teach to the test' and limit
their ability to use their expertise and creativity in adapting teaching methods.

Activity 4. Discuss the roles of teachers and other curriculum workers in ensuring the
success of implemented curriculum.

1,Delivering curriculum content effectively in classrooms.

2.Adapting teaching methods to students' diverse needs.
3.Assessing student progress aligned with curriculum goals.
4.Engaging in professional development and collaboration for curriculum improvement.
5.Providing feedback and support to enhance learning outcomes.
Activity 5. Provide an example of null or censored curriculum.

In the Philippines, a null or censored curriculum could involve hiding or changing

information in textbooks or lessons. For example, during certain times, some important
events or ideas might have been left out or changed in school books to fit the
government's views. This could lead to students not getting the full or accurate story
about history or other subjects.

Activity 6. Provide an example of a hidden curriculum.

Social Hierarchies: Students might implicitly learn about social hierarchies or class
distinctions by observing how certain groups are treated differently based on factors like
socio-economic background, appearance, or academic performance, despite not being
explicitly taught.
Gender Roles and Expectations: The hidden curriculum could reinforce traditional
gender roles and stereotypes through subtle cues in classroom activities, interactions, or
teacher expectations, shaping students' perceptions about what is considered 'appropriate'
behavior or career choices based on gender.
Ethical Values and Behavior: Schools might indirectly instill ethical values such as
honesty, respect, or responsibility through daily interactions and modeled behaviors by
teachers and staff, influencing students' moral development beyond formal lessons on
values education.
Power Dynamics and Authority: Students might learn about power dynamics and
authority structures by observing how discipline is enforced or decisions are made within
the school, ---influencing their understanding of authority figures and their own roles
within a hierarchical system.
Activity 7. Examine a philosophy of a particular curriculum. Analyze what curriculum
conception it is leaning to.

1.Active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

2,Holistic development and learner-centered approaches.
3.Encouragement of inquiry-based learning and real-life applications.
4.Fostering democratic values and preparing students for active citizenship, mirroring the
K to 12 curriculum's focus on 21st-century skills, experiential learning, and holistic
education.
Activity 8. Select a school, provide examples of the following curriculum intent, and
analyze the relationship.

Laguna University (LU)

Curriculum Aims: Holistic Development: Fostering well-rounded growth in students.
Relevance and Practicality: Providing industry-aligned education.
Character Formation: Instilling ethical values and social responsibility.

Curriculum Goals
Curriculum Goals: Holistic Development: Fostering well-rounded growth in students.
Relevance and Practicality: Providing industry-aligned education.
Character Formation: Instilling ethical values and social responsibility.
Curriculum Goals: Develop Competencies: Equipping students with program-specific
skills.
Foster Research and Innovation: Promoting research skills and creativity.
Enhance Communication: Improving interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Curriculum Objectives:
Academic Excellence: Ensure mastery of subjects aligned with academic standards.
Industry Relevance: Equip students with practical skills for career readiness.
Critical Thinking: Develop analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Activity 9. Provide examples of curriculum content and learning experiences. Examine

their relationship.

Curriculum Content:
Mathematics - Arithmetic, algebra, geometry.
History - Philippine history, colonization periods, national heroes.
Science - Biology, chemistry, physics.
Learning Experiences:
Hands-on Math Activities - Real-life problem-solving, using manipulatives.
Field Trips to Historical Sites - Visiting museums, heritage sites.
Science Experiments and Projects - Laboratory experiments, group projects.
Relationship:
Learning experiences complement curriculum content by applying theoretical knowledge
practically. Field trips and experiments deepen understanding, while hands-on activities
develop skills aligned with curriculum content, enhancing engagement and retention.
Content Learning Experiences
Mathematics - Arithmetic, algebra, Hands-on Math Activities - Real-life
geometry. problem-solving, using manipulatives.

History - Philippine history, colonization Field Trips to Historical Sites - Visiting

periods, national heroes. museums, heritage sites.
Science Experiments and Projects -
Science - Biology, chemistry, physics.
Learning Experiences: Laboratory experiments, group projects.
Relationship:
Learning experiences complement
curriculum content by applying theoretical
knowledge practically.

Field trips and experiments deepen

understanding, while hands-on activities
develop skills aligned with curriculum
content, enhancing engagement and
retention.

Activity 10. Analyze examples of curriculum evaluation tools. Examine how the evaluation
instruments measure the success of the curriculum.
1. What curriculum competencies and performance standards are evaluated?
2. What forms of evaluation tools are used?
3. How often does the school evaluate the curriculum?
4. How does the school evaluate its hidden curriculum?
5. What decisions and actions are made after getting the results of the curriculum
evaluation?
Curriculum Content:
Mathematics - Arithmetic, algebra, geometry.
History - Philippine history, colonization periods, national heroes.
Science - Biology, chemistry, physics.
Curriculum Competencies and Performance Standards Evaluated:
Schools evaluate subject-specific skills (e.g., math, language), critical thinking, and
ethical values aligned with the K to 12 curriculum in the Philippines.
Forms of Evaluation Tools Used:
Tests, rubrics, and surveys assess student learning, teacher performance, and
curriculum relevance.
Frequency of Curriculum Evaluation:
Schools conduct regular assessments, including end-of-term tests and continuous
classroom evaluations.
Evaluation of Hidden Curriculum:
Observations and feedback identify implicit lessons learned from school culture,
values, and interactions.
Decisions and Actions After Evaluation:
Findings inform adjustments in teaching methods, curriculum design, and resource
allocation to improve
student learning. In the Philippines, curriculum evaluation assesses subject skills, critical
thinking, and hidden lessons, guiding changes to enhance teaching and learning strategies for
better student outcomes.