OBJECTIVE OF THE ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CURRICULUM

JASMIN O. SALONGA

Elementary education shall aim to develop the spiritual,moral mental, and physical capabilities of the child,provide him/her with experiences in the democratic way of life, and inculcate ideas and attitudes necessary for enlightened,patriotic, upright , and useful citizenship. To achieve these objectives,elementary education curriculum shall provide for the:

1. Inculcation of spiritual and civic values and development of a good Filipino based on an abiding faith in God and genuine love of country.

2. Training of young citizens in their rights,duties, and responsibilities in a democratic societ for active participation, in a progressive and productive home and community life.

3. Development of a basic understanding aboutPhilippinee culture, the desirable tradition and virtues of our people as essential requisites in attaining nationalconciousness and solidarity.

4. Teaching of basic health knowledge and the formation of desirable health habirs and practices.

5. Development functional literacy;in Filipino and in English as basic tools for further learning; and;

6. Acquisition of fundamental knowledge,attitudes, habits, and skills in science,civics,culture, history,geography, mathematics,arts, and home economics and livelihood education and their intelligent application in appropriate life situations.(Isagani R. Cruz)

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The author is Teacher II at Remedios Elementary School, Remedios, Lu bao