Teachers Will Undergo Training In Distance Learning Once Government Lift ECQ
TEACHERS – The teachers in the Philippines will undergo training in distance learning after the government lift the ECQ.
The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected the lives of the people in more than 180 countries globally. In the Philippines, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte placed Luzon under “enhanced community quarantine” to control the spread of the virus.
On April 24, he extended to ECQ in Metro Manila and other ‘high-risk’ areas on May 15 following the continuos increase of COVID-19 cases in the country. In a report, Duterte talked about what will happen after ECQ end.
In a previous article, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) spokesman Celine Pialago said several mayors in Metro Manila are in favor of extending the “enhanced community quarantine” in NCR. She said the politicians asked the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to implement similar policies.
Most of the people are now learning how to adapt to a new normal. Health experts always remind the public to maintain physical distancing while outside and avoid crowds. Senator Manny Pacquiao recently filed a bill called “New Normal Law.”
Based on a report from CNN, the managing director of the Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (COCOPEA), Joseph Noel Estrada, said teachers will undergo training in distance learning once the President ordered to lift the ECQ. He said it will be the “new normal.”
An association of private schools that represents 2,500 private schools nationwide said they have decided to limit the face-to-face classes. Estrada said 60% of the private schools are ready to launch their flexible learning option. He added that it will increase after the government allows educators to report for work.
According to the report, Department of Education Undersecretary Diosdado San Antonio said the public school teachers were ordered to make activity sheets for students who do not have access to the internet. DepEd previously announced that the start of classes will be on August 24. Private schools are allowed to start classes as early as June. However, face-to-face classes will not be allowed until August 24.
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