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How to Pass the Licensure Examination for Teachers

The Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) is a standardized test administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) in the Philippines to determine the eligibility of individuals to practice as teachers in the country. To pass the LET, you will need to prepare and study for the exam, and perform well on the test on the day of the exam. Here are a few steps that you can take to help you prepare for and pass the LET: Review the exam content and format: Familiarize yourself with the content and format of the exam by reviewing the exam content outline and practicing with sample questions. Develop a study plan: Create a study plan that includes a schedule for reviewing and practicing the material, as well as time for rest and relaxation. Seek guidance and support: Consider seeking guidance and support from a mentor or tutor, or by joining a study group with other individuals who are preparing for the exam. Get adequate rest and nutrition: Make sure that you are well-rested ...

📚 Implementing the Filipino Sign Language Act (RA 11106) in Instructional Materials 🤟

In an inclusive society, equal access to education is not just a privilege—it’s a right. A critical step toward achieving this for the Filipino Deaf community is the implementation of Article IV, Section 15 of the Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Act , which ensures the integration of Filipino Sign Language in instructional materials across the Philippine public education system. 🎬 What Is Section 15 All About? Section 15, titled “FSL in Instructional Materials” , mandates the Department of Education (DepEd) to spearhead the development of print and video materials using Filipino Sign Language . This directive aligns with Section 12 of Republic Act No. 11106 , also known as the Filipino Sign Language Act , and emphasizes not just creation, but also the selection, procurement, and distribution of these materials to public schools, day care centers , and national child development centers across the country. But this isn’t just about textbooks and educational videos. It’s about i...

🧏‍♂️ Article III: Filipino Sign Language in Education Under RA 11106 📘

The Filipino Sign Language Act (RA 11106) is a landmark law that champions the linguistic and educational rights of the Filipino Deaf community . Article III of the Act is dedicated to the use of Filipino Sign Language (FSL) in education , from early learning to higher education, as well as teacher licensing and training. Below is a deep dive into each section of this article, showing how the law transforms the educational landscape for deaf learners in the Philippines . 🌱 Section 8: FSL for Deaf Learners in Early Education In alignment with RA 10410 , the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Council , in cooperation with DepEd , must adopt FSL as the official medium of instruction in early education settings for the Deaf . This section ensures: A visual-first language approach , making FSL the default instructional language. The full inclusion of children with disabilities , especially Deaf learners , in early childhood education policies, curricula, and standar...