BATAAN PENINSULA STATE

DINALUPIHAN CAMPUS
San Ramon DINALUPIHAN, BATAAN PHILIPPINES

UNIVERSITY
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Course: Doctor of Education Subject: Seminar in Philosophy of Philippine Education Name of Student: Jesus B. Franco Professor: Dr. Perla B. Estrella Final Examination Period Pre-Spanish Educational Philosophy/Objective(s) Education was informal, unstructured, and devoid of methods. Children were provided more vocational training and less academics (3Rs) by their parents and in the houses of tribal tutors. Effect on the Filipino Even the Filipinos during the Pre-Spanish period had no formal educational system still they had orderly rules of barangay and clan chiefs, system of religious belief in God, system of values, family system. Every home was a school, every mother was a teacher, and every father was a vocational educator. It only shows that the Filipinos during that time are also civilized. Education during this period was inadequate, suppressed, and controlled. The education is only for the Spaniards and elite Filipino people, the masses had no opportunity to send their children in school because of the unfair treatment among them, and most of the Filipinos serves as slave & had no time for schooling.

Spanish Era

Educational system were: -religious oriented -for the elite -provided for the establishment of at least one primary school for boys and girls in each town -establishment of normal school for the male teachers under the supervision on the Jesuits -primary instruction was free and the teaching of Spanish was compulsory -development of knowledge of Christian faith and ethics in preparation mainly for the afterlife -ability to read, write and count and a command of fundamental tools and knowledge -training for the allegiance to the colonial rule of Spain -vocational skills in agriculture and trade -ability to sing and read music primarily to participate in religious activities and secondarily for leisure. -The initial Philosophy of education was to teach no more than simple livelihood vocations to enable the Filipinos to become civilized. -English language was used as medium of instruction.

American Era 1900

The simple knowledge in livelihood of the Filipinos increased due to the introduction of new skills by the Americans. Most of the Filipinos can able to speak English

-Vocational education was introduced. The vocational areas were gardening, carpentry, needle work, sewing, lace making, and almost everything that would civilize the uncivilized Filipino. 1922 In the year 1922, the curriculum must include instruction (1) in at least three Rs, to make for literacy; (2) in physical culture and in health measures, to make for physical vigor and bodily wellbeing; (3) in some vocational trade to make for economic power; (4) in good manners & right conduct, to encourage the formation of habits of courtesy and of morality; (5) in civics, to develop habits of thought & action that are fundamental in the conduct of a successful democratic government. 1925 The primary aim of education is to prepare the individual to exercise the right of suffrage intelligently and to perform the duties of citizenship fully and honestly. 1927 In the year 1927, the philosophy of the public school system (1) training for self-government, and (2) provision of English as a common language. -Develop faith in Devine Providence that guides the destinies of men and nations. -Love your country for it is the home of your people.

language fluently. In some aspects, the American government became selfish; they dont want to introduce technical education because they dont like to see the Filipinos educated beyond the point that would make them compete with the American people someday.

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Japanese Era

Third Republic

-To make the people understand the position of the Philippines as a member of the East-Asia CoProsperity Sphere. -To eradicate the old ideas of reliance upon the western nations, and to foster a new Filipino culture based on the consciousness of the people as Orientals. -To give-up the over-emphasis on materialism. -Promotion of vocational education. Provisions of 1935 Constitution for the Philippine education were;

Belief in God constituted a kind of moral conscience of the Filipino people. Respect for constitution for exercising ones right and obligation, including paying taxes promptly, for safeguarding suffrage and even fight foreign aggression. The Japanese has no significant impact on the Filipino education as well Filipino way of life except the concept of vocational education. It is because the Filipino teachers then, did everything they could to circumvent the ideology introduced by the Japanese.

1. To impress upon our people that they are citizens of the Republic; to instill in them love and veneration for their country and to train them to discharge willingly and faithfully their duties and obligations as citizens of an independent state. 2. To evolve a healthy, enlightened, and morally upright citizenry, imbued with an abiding faith in Divine Providence. 3. To inculcate in our people the ideals of democracy; to make them realize that the fundamental rights of man should be preserved at any cost if they are to attain self-fulfillment. 4. To develop in the people habits of industry and thrift and to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge which would enable them to earn an honest livelihood and contribute to the economic well-being of the country. 5. To train our men and women for family responsibilities and obligations of the home. 6. To guide our people in the wise use of leisure so that if may contribute to their personal growth and promote the welfare of the community. 7. To infuse in the individual the desire and the willingness to help his community; to instill in him sympathy for, understanding of, and goodwill towards his fellowmen. 8. To promote in our youth a way of life which embodies the best of our cultural heritage, enriched by the valuable experience of other peoples. 9. To foster among our people appreciation of arts, sciences, and letters so that their tastes may be refined, their lives enriched, and their sympathies deepened. 10.To cultivate in our people a sympathetic

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understanding of other nations through a study of the contributions that these nations have made to civilization. 11.To promote in our people the ability to think and act rationally, to express their thoughts clearly and to read and listen with understanding. -Establishment of science education system, accelerated manpower skills training to respond to regional industrial needs; a regional agricultural education program; emphasis on work-oriented programs; a policy of bilingualism; the National College Entrance Examination which classifies students by profession or vocation; and a Study Now, Pay Later plan which is intended to help poor but deserving students. 1. All educational institutions shall be under the supervision of and subject to the regulation of the State. The State shall establish and maintain a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the goals of national development. 2. All institutions of higher learning shall enjoy academic freedom. 3. The study of the Constitution shall be part of the curricula in all schools. 4. All educational institutions shall aim to inculcate love of country, teach the duties of citizenship, develop moral character, self-discipline, and scientific, technological and vocational efficiency. 5. The State shall maintain a system of free public elementary education at least up to the secondary level. 6. The State shall provide citizenship and vocational training to adult citizens and out-of-school youth, and create and maintain scholarships for poor and deserving citizens.

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Educational Provisions of the 1987 Constitution

7. Educational institutions, other than those established by religious orders, mission boards, and charitable and labor organizations, shall be owned solely by citizens of the Philippines, or corporations or associations sixty per centum of the capital of which is owned by such citizens. The control and administration of educational institutions shall be vested in citizens of the Philippines. No educational institution shall be established exclusively for aliens, and no group of aliens shall comprise more than onethird of any school. The Provisions of this subsection shall not apply to schools established for foreign diplomatic personnel and their dependents and, unless otherwise by law, for other foreign temporary residents. 8. At the option expressed in writing by the parents or guardians, and without cost to them and the government, religion shall be taught to their children or wards in public elementary and high schools as may be provided by law. Section 1: The state shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. Section 2: The state shall: 1. Establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and society; 2. Establish and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels. Without limiting the national right of parents to rear their children, elementary education is compulsory

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for all children of school age. Establish and maintain a system of scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies, and other incentives which shall be available to deserving students in both public and private schools, especially to the underprivileged; Encourage non-formal, informal and indigenous learning systems, as well as self-learning, independent, and out-ofschool study programs particularly those that respond to community needs; and Provide adult citizens, the disabled, the out-of-school youths with training in civics, vocational efficiency, and other skills. To improve the quality and increase the relevance of education and training. To increase access of disadvantaged groups in all educational areas. To accelerate the development of middle and high level manpower required by economic recovery and sustainable growth as well as enhances their employability, productivity, and selfreliance. To inculcate values needed in social transformation and renewal. To preserve, enrich and propagate the nations desirable cultural heritage and legacy. To raise the level of awareness, interest and participation in sports and cultural activities; and To maintain an educational system that is truly Filipino in orientation, open to constructive ideas from everywhere, but alert to influence inimical to national dignity.

Our Vision
A university of excellence acknowledged in the country and the Asia-pacific region for quality graduates and knowledge responsive to socio-economic needs

Our Mission
To provide quality and relevant education that will develop highly qualified and competitive human resources responsive to national and regional development