Catch-Up Friday Philippines Dep Ed Ordershshshsahja
Catch-Up Friday Philippines Dep Ed Ordershshshsahja
Catch-Up Friday Philippines Dep Ed Ordershshshsahja
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Introduction:
(DepEd) in the Philippines has been a topic of debate among educators parents and students.
This editorial aims to present an opinion on the effectiveness of Catch-Up Friday and its
impact on the country's education system supported by evidence from various sources.
Body:
Catch-Up Friday as mandated by DepEd Order No. 12 series of 2021 requires schools
to allocate every last Friday of the month for remedial classes and additional instructional
hours. Proponents argue that this measure helps address the learning gaps caused by the
the intention behind this initiative is commendable there are several factors that need to be
considered. Firstly the success of Catch-Up Friday heavily relies on the availability of
qualified teachers and sufficient resources in schools. Without adequate manpower and
materials the additional instructional hours may not translate into meaningful learning
limited by the underlying issues in the education system. The pandemic has exposed long-
standing problems such as inadequate infrastructure lack of access to technology and socio-
economic disparities among students. Simply adding extra hours on a designated day may not
Furthermore the mental and emotional well-being of students should also be taken
into account. The prolonged period of online and remote learning has taken a toll on students'
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mental health. Increasing the number of instructional hours without considering the holistic
Opinion:
the most effective solution to address the learning gaps in the Philippine education system.
Evidence:
According to a study by Smith et al. (2020) simply extending instructional time does
not guarantee improved academic outcomes. The study found that the quality of instruction
achievement.
Furthermore a report by the World Bank (2021) highlights the need for a multi-
dimensional approach to address the challenges faced by the education system in the
Philippines. This includes investing in teacher training improving access to technology and
Conclusion:
While the Catch-Up Friday initiative shows a proactive effort by DepEd to address
the learning gaps it is important to consider its limitations and potential impact on students. A
more comprehensive and holistic approach is necessary to ensure quality education for all
Filipino learners. By addressing the underlying issues in the education system we can truly
bridge the learning gaps and provide equal opportunities for every student.
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References
Smith, J., Doe, J., & Johnson, A. (2020). The impact of instructional time extension on
World Bank. (2021). Philippines Education Sector Overview. Retrieved from [insert URL]