Quality, appropriateness of learning modules

Arline P. Ronquillo

THE Department of Education (DepEd) and other institutions had been called to ensure the quality and appropriateness of learning modules while implementing blended learning amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.

Under blended learning, students are required to adjust to new learning techniques through a mix of online classes and prepared modules provided to them as alternatives to a traditional classroom set-up.

With relatively limited guidance from teachers, the accuracy and appropriateness of learning materials provided through modules must be emphasized, and meet quality standards for blended learning to work.

Teachers have limited opportunity to guide their students so it is important to ensure the quality of learning materials and modules they are using.

With the recent signing of Republic Act 11476, or Good Manners and Right Conduct and Values Education Act, values formation must be at the core of education and not simply be an additional subject or requirement, according to officials.

They also said learning modules must adhere to set standards, must be childfriendly, appropriate, and teaches good values.

With the implementation of blended learning, the government must adopt a holistic approach to education which includes reliable internet connectivity for a conducive digital learning environment, trained teachers, and quality learning resources.

The DepEd has been encouraged to make the program more accessible and inclusive in any part of the country through online and offline methods of teaching.

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The author is Master Teacher I at Porac Elementary School