Galang ALS INFORMAL Methods of Delivery
Galang ALS INFORMAL Methods of Delivery
Galang ALS INFORMAL Methods of Delivery
Reporters
Ma. Theresa M. Galang
Alice M. Karaan
Alternative Learning System
(ALS)
Is a parallel learning system that provides a
practical option or viable alternative to the
existing formal basic education instruction when
one does not have or cannot access formal
education in schools
Addresses the learning needs of the out-of-school
children, youth and adults who have not
completed basic education as well as illiterate
men and women.
Includes both the non-formal and informal
sources of knowledge and skills
Alternative Learning System
Usually happens outside the classroom and is
community-based
Usually conducted at community learning
centers, barangay multi-purpose hall, libraries or
at home
Managed by ALS learning facilitators such as
mobile teachers, district ALS Coordinators and
instructional managers
Undertaken at an agreed schedule and venue
between the learners and facilitators
Basis of ALS Implementation
1987 Constitution provides for the recognition and
promotion of other forms of education other than
formal education.
Article 14, section 2(4) states: "The state shall
encourage nonformal, formal, indigenous learning
systems, as well as self-learning, independent and
out-of-school study programs, particularly those that
respond to community needs; and provide adult
citizens, the disabled and out-of school youth training
in civics, vocational efficiency and other skills."
How the Alternative Learning
System Came About
The Alternative Learning System program of the
Department of Education (DepEd) is a well-planned
course of action which was conceived in response
to the Education for All (EFA-Education Education
for All) international initiative first done in 1990 in
Jomtien, Thailand. This laudable global educational
campaign aims to bring about the benefits of
education to “every citizen in every society.”
EFA Objectives
(Education for All)
1.) Universal adult functional literacy
Community groups
DepEd-managed programs
Supervision of Learning
Facilitators
Regular supervision is essential.
However, some factors complicates oversight.
Environments which are remote or difficult to
access (isolated indigenous communities, remote
mountain regions, and conflict-affected areas)
Very early morning or late evening sessions