Many students and groups have also called for an “academic freeze” as the country fights the pandemic. CMO No. "Flexible learning" for higher education institutions involves a combination of digital and non-digital technology, which CHED says doesn't necessarily require connectivity to the internet. CHED Commissioner Prospero de Vera said such move is necessary as the months of May to July should be used to prepare for the flexible learning system, which will be implemented for the coming academic year. During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement, Students of top 4 PH schools urge CHED to suspend online classes, possible limited face-to-face classes in low risk MGCQ areas. (MDCT/OTB/PIA 2-Cagayan) #CHED Julieta Paras higher education institutions State Universities and Colleges MANILA, Philippines — Higher Education institutions (HEIs) implementing “flexible learning” may start the next academic year by August, the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) said Thursday. Under a flexible learning system, schools adjust the learning process based on the location of the students and the structure of the learning system. Flexible Learning is a set of educational philosophies and systems, concerned with providing learners with increased choice, convenience, and personalisation to suit the learner. He said only the regular lectures will be held during the first semester, particularly subjects that don’t require physical presence in schools. No ifs, no buts. (READ: During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement), When President Rodrigo Duterte placed the entire Luzon and other parts of the Philippines on lockdown on mid-March, several schools shifted to online classes, following CHED’s advisory that encouraged schools to use "available distance learning, e-learning, and other alternative modes of delivery in lieu of residential learning if they have the resources to do so. De Vera said that universities and colleges have the freedom to choose what mode would be effective for them. In the Philippines, educational institutions are trying to make sure that learning is unhampered during the health crisis. It includes online and offline activities. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) said Wednesday universities and colleges implementing flexible learning mode may start the next academic year in August. On July 10, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairman Prospero de Vera III said that schools were ready to open classes in August even if the country is still dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. On Thursday, July 9, 6 universities offered to faculty members in the country free training on how to conduct "flexible learning.". There are close to 2,000 public and private universities. SUBJECT. (READ: During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement). "Flexible learning" for higher education institutions involves a combination of digital and non-digital technology, which CHED says doesn't necessarily require connectivity to the internet. (READ: During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement), According to CHED, flexible learning “ensures the continuity of inclusive and accessible education when the use of traditional modes of teaching is not feasible, as in the occurrence of national emergencies.”. Senator Joel Villanueva asked the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to immediately craft the necessary guidelines on the provision of the Bayanihan 2 Law that will help state universities and colleges (SUCs) shift to flexible learning systems. Numerous posts on Facebook and Twitter have gone viral, showing Filipino students climbing trees, or even mountains, just to get a good internet signal for their classes. While I am confident that top universities are very ready, I am concerned that smaller universities, especially those in far-flung areas, may not be as prepared because they don't have the internal capacity or they have less resources," De Vera said. "A lot of the big universities have been doing a good job for training their faculty members. The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the educational system worldwide. PHL CHED Connect Platform contains higher education materials in various formats that are useful for teaching, learning and research purposes. Flexible Learning, Conduct of Classes, Delivery of Programs & Courses, Guidelines. According to CHED Commissioner, Prospero de … "We are rolling out a massive training program for teachers. CMO No. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) said schools and universities may implement “flexible learning” as an alternative learning method in the next academic year amid the threat of COVID-19 pandemic crisis. "Universities are rising up to the challenge. He said on June 24 that CHED was "crafting guidelines for possible limited face-to-face classes in low risk MGCQ areas as part of the flexible learning system.". In particular, flexible learning provides learners with choices about where, when, and how learning occurs. In a bid to bring connectivity to students for online classes, a state university in Laguna has launched flexible e-learning buses, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) said Monday. Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairman Prospero de Vera III said Friday, July 10, that universities and colleges are ready to open classes in August even if the country is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. De Vera said the CHED would provide capacity-building or training of faculty members on how to do flexible learning, assist HEIs in setting up their learning management systems, and in putting together resources for flexible learning. They pointed out that the coronavirus lockdown affected household finances, and many Filipinos don't even have access to a computer or the internet. Such posts have outraged both netizens and student groups who have called out educational institutions for prioritizing academic output over student welfare. According to De Vera, "flexible learning" which will be implemented this year is not new. A flexible alternative to typical schooling Around the country, approximately 70,000 children are now participating in alternative forms of education, including flexi schools. CHED conducts webinar on flexible learning; Date Posted: 04/13/2020. In the implementation of flexible learning, HEIs shall be guided by the following: 1. CMO No. CHEd Chairman Prospero de Vera III said he asked universities and colleges to submit proposals on how they plan to train their educators on flexible learning. We were discussing with them how to set up their learning management system so that they can manage classes and students under a more flexible arrangement.” the CHED chief said. De Vera urged other universities to help smaller institutions that don’t have the capacity to train their faculty members to join their initiative. On the issue of limited face-to-face classes in low-risk areas, De Vera said CHED was still studying this possibility. Considering that a flexible learning teaching and learning design perspective is deeply rooted in the needs of the students, the main objective should be to provide learners with the most flexibility on the learning content, schedules, access, and He first joined Rappler as a social media producer in 2016. of the disease, including 1,360 deaths and 13,230 recoveries. I call on the other leading HEIs with expertise in flexible learning to join us in this Bayanihan initiative to help other HEIs," De Vera said. 4:51:09. During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement, move to the 2nd semester subjects that require the physical presence of students. DepEd/CHED Issuances. "We are ready to open [classes] this August. They pointed out that the coronavirus lockdown affected household finances, and many Filipinos don't even have access to a computer or the internet. "During the first semester, only regular classes that can be done through lectures, theoretical, will be taught. Last May, experts at the University of the Philippines warned the transmission of COVID-19 might increase if face-to-face classes would open in Metro Manila schools in August and September. Mail : phlconnect@ched.gov.ph; Address : 55 C.P. We will move to the second semester [subjects] that require students to go to school," De Vera said. CHED Chairperson Prospero de Vera made the proposal amid uncertainties in the resumption of classes due to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) crisis. CHED Memorandum Order No. – Rappler.com. According to De Vera, universities and colleges have the freedom to choose what mode would be effective for them. One of the private higher education institutions in Cebu City, which was granted by CHED an autonomous status in 2001. Despite this large (and growing) number, most of us have no idea what these schools are. “The intention is to move higher education to flexible learning,” he added. We learn as one, we are ready," De Vera said during a virtual briefing on Friday morning. And many are shifting to flexible learning in preparation for the opening of classes,” he said. During Friday’s press briefing, De Vera said that he felt the "bayanihan" spirit alive among higher education institutions (HEIs) as top universities helped their smaller counterparts cope with the challenges in education disrupted by the pandemic. ", Students of the top schools in the country had urged CHED to suspend online classes nationwide. “Definitely ay flexible learning talaga kasi ‘yan ang ini-urge ni CHED sa amin, ang flexible learning system. De Vera had proposed to move to the 2nd semester subjects that require the physical presence of students. Guidelines on the Implementation of Flexible Learning . DATE ISSUED. 4, Series of 2020 – Guidelines on the Implementation of Flexible Learning. "Flexible learning" for higher education institutions involves a combination of digital and non-digital technology, which according to CHED, doesn't necessarily require being connected to the internet. According to De Vera, "flexible learning," which will be implemented this year, is not new. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has directed colleges and universities to review fees for this academic year in light of the new learning system due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ... “Ang utos ng komisyon, i-review ang application nila in light of the flexible learning. Such posts have outraged both netizens and student groups who have called out educational institutions for prioritizing academic output over student welfare. Universities and colleges have until June to "firm up" their plans on flexible learning, he said. Napapakita na kayang-kaya magawa ng universities through Bayanihan and this is the first time in CHED’s history," De Vera said. Some of them would be using pure online, pure modular, while others would use a combination of the two, De Vera explained. It noted that such systems "must take into consideration the capability and resources of the HEIs and the connectivity available to students". De Vera said flexible learning is a combination of online and offline learning systems where students can access lectures and activities while at home. (READ: Students of top 4 PH schools urge CHED to suspend online classes), The students said that while they "understand the need for learning to continue, the different circumstances of students across universities are not ideal and conducive for such.”. "Walang katapusan itong capacity-building (This capacity-building will not end). Bonz Magsambol is a multimedia reporter for Rappler, covering health, education, and social welfare. The CHEd chair clarified that higher education institutions that have no flexible learning system in place should only open their academic calendars on a later date. Some higher education institutions with flexible learning may even start their school calendar in earlier months, said CHED Commissioner Prospero De Vera. 4. ISSUANCE NO. (READ: During pandemic, student climbs a mountain to send class requirement). “We are also helping universities. Kaya by June o July ay training of teachers na kami para sa flexible learning system,” she said. – Rappler.com. De Vera mentioned his proposal for the higher education sector during the pre-recorded coronavirus task force meeting with President Rodrigo Duterte aired on Wednesday night, July 15. CHED said universities and colleges implementing flexible learning mode may start the next academic year in August. Flexible learning requires a balance of power between institutions and students and seeks to find ways in which choice can be provided that is economically viable and appropriately manageable for institutions and students alike (AdvanceHE, 2019). The other universities have shifted to flexible learning during the quarantine and are moving ahead for the opening of classes," De Vera explained. September 2, 2020. Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) chairman Prospero De Vera III stressed higher education institutions (HEI) will open the semester in August using flexible learning modes. He first joined Rappler as a social media producer in 2016. According to CHED, flexible learning “ensures the continuity of inclusive and accessible education when the use of traditional modes of teaching is … In the case of CHED, they call it “flexible learning” which also include online or e-learning that many colleges and universities in the Philippines have been doing even in the past. In its two-part Hi-ED Bayanihan virtual conference, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), together with leading higher education institutions (HEIs), launched a new virtual and free cooperative learning environment called CHED HiEd Bayanihan.. “There are no regular face-to-face classes in August,” he said. MANILA -- The Commission on Higher Education on Monday recommended "blended" online and classroom learning as a precaution against COVID-19 should classes resume in August. The CHEd chairman also warned HEIs against limiting flexible learning to online classes, saying other modes of learning should be adopted too such as take-home activities. Rewiring Higher Education in the Time of COVID-19 and Beyond" hosted by the Commission on Higher Education with Dr. Edizon A. Fermin of the National Teachers College as resource speaker. Many students and groups have also called for an “academic freeze” as the country fights the pandemic. (Photo from file) QUEZON CITY, Sept. 25 (PIA) – The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) conducted an Online Public Orientation to discuss the guidelines of flexible learning in tertiary level today (Friday) via Zoom and CHED Facebook page. Learning must continue. "Ito ay diniscuss namin sa IATF. Numerous posts on Facebook and Twitter have gone viral, showing Filipino students climbing trees, or even mountains, just to get a good internet signal for their classes. But the story on the ground is different. Orientation on CHED Documents Submission, Flexible Learning System, and Higher Education Module Writing and Design Public Orientation in the Integration of Peace Studies and Indigenous People into Relevant Higher Education Curricula. "Sa flexible learning po, dito po ini-emphasize namin na hindi lang po ito online, meron ding offline at meron ding blended learning," she said. We will only be able to address COVID-19 only if we altogether educate and learn as one. Students without internet access may physically attend classes while online learning can be given to those with full internet connection, CHED Chairman Prospero De Vera said. The decision to open schools in the middle of a pandemic has been criticized. “Hindi po natin papayagan na ang mga eskwelahan ay gagamit ng system na naagrabyado ang mga estudyante,” he said. The lawmaker said this law was designed to help SUCs implement flexible learning programs and assist displaced teaching and nonteaching personnel, as well as students to cope with the new normal. Jaro said CHED is pushing for "flexible learning" which includes online, offline and blended learning. "We are ready because our top universities have been doing flexible learning even before COVID. Garcia Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, 1101 Metro Manila; Phone : (02) 8411-1260 6, Series of 2020 – Guidelines for the Scholarships for Instructors Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) Grant Bonz Magsambol is a multimedia reporter for Rappler, covering health, education, and social welfare. August 5. Flexible learning also allows universities and colleges to adjust the deadline of requirements for students, De Vera said. As of Friday, the Philippines recorded 52,914 cases of the disease, including 1,360 deaths and 13,230 recoveries. Flexible learning requires a balance of power between institutions and students and seeks to find ways in which choice can be provided that is economically viable and appropriately manageable for institutions and students alike (AdvanceHE, 2019). De Vera issued the statement to clarify an article that quoted him without giving the full context behind his statement. TSU officials and deans attended a webinar entitled "We Don't Know! Senator Joel Villanueva urged the Ched to immediately craft the necessary guidelines to implement several provisions under the Bayanihan 2 law. In its six advisories, the CHED encouraged all HEIs to employ alternative learning or flexible learning systems so their students could continue learning and complete the semester. 5, Series of 2020 – Guidelines on the Suspension of Operations of Degree Programs of Private Higher Education Institutions. The CHED earlier announced that it will be launching within the month a massive training program for teachers on how to conduct flexible learning. CHED is also conducting series of webinars for school heads, administrators and faculty on the implementation of online anf flexible learning systems. Some of them would be using pure online, pure modular, while others are combination of the two, De Vera said. 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