MTB MLE primary students enjoy learning in their MT. © Save the Children, Philippines
A total of 97 Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers( 81 females and 16 males) participated in the series of training events. Training focused on establishing MTB MLE classrooms, using MT-based teaching and learning materials effectively, and encouraging students’ active participation in classroom activities.
How did you supervise classrooms?
School Heads with Instructional Supervisors and Programme Coordinators from the Department of Education at school, district, division and regional levels are involved in the programme. Their responsibilities are to
•• Understand the purpose of MTB MLE and why it is important
•• Understand relevant theories of learning in general and of language learning
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Mentor and supervise teachers / facilitators and build their competence, confidence and capability to facilitate successful learning in their classrooms
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Guide teachers and facilitators in adapting curriculum to incorporate local context and culture, and
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Ensure that standards of quality are met and that reading, teaching and learning materials are appropriate.
‘ Learning circle’ sessions are included in supervisory visits. In these sessions, participants reflect on their own learning and on the process of implementing MTB MLE in their schools or communities.
How did you evaluate students’ progress?
In partnership with the Department of Education, Region 12, Save the Children provided technical support in developing guidelines for the“ MTB MLE Learners’ Assessment”.
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