New Normal Education in the Philippines

Andy C. Brimon

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed our lives.

More than ever, people have become more cautious with their health and lifestyle. In order to protect ourselves, we have a practiced safety measures, so we can avoid being infected by the dreaded virus.

These changes in our society has also affected our education system. Thus, the birth of modular and distance learning - the new normal in Philippine education.

The modular style of learning introduces the use of modules, a unit, chapter, topic, or segment of instruction. Modules are usually answered within a week, but it can be shorter or longer depending on the content and the teacher's style.

A module is especially important in online learning environments, as application of the online teaching and learning process.

Meanwhile, distance learning is relatively new to school teachers in the Philippines.

Despite the technical challenges, teachers have showcased innovation and creativity in conducting their lessons through digital platforms. With these efforts from teachers, students in the country can continue their studies even at the comfort of their homes.

Our education agency, the Department of Education (DepEd), has provided schools with alternative learning modalities including distance learning modalities (printed or digital modules); online learning resources; and television or radio-based instruction for low risk areas. Meanwhile, for high risk areas, modules have to be collected by parents from their children's respective schools, or willing teachers will have then delivered to their students. This is the "new normal" of providing education to our young ones.

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