LDM 2 FOR TEACHERS MODULE 2: MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES

LESSON 1
BACKGROUND, RATIONALE, AND DEVELOPMENT OF MELCs

CTIVITY 1: REFLECTING ON LEARNING CONTINUITY AND CONGESTED CURRICULUM

1. The closure of school around the world due to the global pandemic posed
serious challenges on the delivery of quality basic education. As a teacher,
what do you think are the fundamental concerns in terms of curriculum standards that need to be
addressed in order to ensure learning continuity? Cite a specific example. Do you think this concerns
could be solved by teachers alone? Why or Why not?

With the global pandemic crisis that we are experiencing today, in

the field of education, this lead education for learners more difficult and
challenging to achieve. Moreover, this also brings a great challenge to the
Department of Education to deliver education in this new normal setting.
The best way to maneuver the problem is accept the real situation, adapt
with this new normal learning by shifting to modular distance learning and
cooperating with the responsible agencies for the implementation of the
minimum health standards/protocols. Through these strategies, we can
ensure learning continuity. These concerns are not addressed for teachers
alone but also with the collaboration of all the DepEd forces, teaching and
2. Even prior to the spread
non- of COVID
teaching – 19 that
personnel, eventually
LGU, led the closure
DOH, parents, learnersofand
schools nationwide, the
stakeholders.
congested curriculum has been a problem of teachers. This is perceived to be one of the hindering
factors on the poor performance of Filipino learners. Do you agree with this observation? Why or
Why not?

Definitely, I agree with that observation. In the light of the DepEd,

number of curriculums had been laid and presented, made and tried to be
adapted by the teachers and learners for the purpose/ sake of reaching
higher standard of education and can still produce a globally competitive
learner. However, due to the congested curriculum, we really cannot achieve
the said goals. Students cannot cope with the content standard for it really
takes time to finish a full quarter of a subject with just a limited time
allotment.
CTIVITY 2: FAMILIARIZING ON THE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF MELCs cannot
achieve our goals. Students cannot cope well with the content standard for it
1. What are the general and specific purposes of the development of MELCS ?

The DepEd’s Bureau of Curriculum Development developed MELCs to cope with

the drastic change in the educational atmosphere due to Covid 19 pandemic. The focus
of instruction were streamlined to the most essential or the most indispensable
learning competencies.

-MELCs is also developed in response to UNESCO's fourth sustainable development goal and
that is to develop resilient education systems, most especially during emergencies.
-MELCs can be used as a mechanism to ensure education continuity.
-the MELCs intend to assist schools in navigating the limited number of school days as they
employ
2.
multiple delivery schemes by providing them ample instructional space
How does curriculum review aid in the identification of essential learning competencies?

Curriculum review mapped the essential and desirable learning

competencies within the curriculum. It also paved way to the recognition
and identification of gaps, issues, and concerns within and across learning
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3. What is the difference between essential learning competencies and desirable learning
competencies?
Essential Learning Competencies are defined by DepEd as what the students need to
learn in order to continue studying and then can proceed to the next grade level. The essential
learning competencies serves as the foundation in gaining critical thinking skills, problem
solving skills, creativity, communication skills and the other 21st century skills. While desirable
learning competencies should show how learners carry out their skills with respect, teamwork,
responsibility, leadership and the other desirable attitudes.

4. How were the most essential learning competencies identified? What were the decisions made in
order to trim down the number of the essential competencies further?
The competencies included in the MELCs were selected through the Bureau of
Curriculum Development. The selection process includes convening to a criteria about which
are considered essential competencies. Non- essential competencies were then omitted or
merged and a particular competency is considered essential when it meets the following criteria:
1. It is aligned with national/ local standards/frameworks,
2. It connects the content to higher concepts across content areas,
3. It is applicable to real-life situations,
4. If students leave school, it would still be important for them to have this competency
above many others, and ;
5. It would not be expected for most students to learn this in settings other than
through formal education.

5. What is the importance of the MELCs in ensuring the delivery of quality instruction?

MELCs are very vital. This serves as a a guide to teachers in preparing lesson (weekly
home learning plan) and instructional materials (Self- Learning Modules).
Furthermore, MELCs ensures delivery of quality instruction as it becomes the
primary reference in determining and implementing learning delivery approaches
that are applicable to the local context and diversity of learners while adapting to
the challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic.

COMPARING THE K TO 12 COMPETENCIES AND MELCS

CTIVITY 3:
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K to 12 Learning Competencies MELCS

MERGED/CLUSTERED: Differentiate observation from inference Describe the components of a scientific
(S7MT – Ia-1.1) investigation
Identify a problem (S7MT – Ia-1.2) (S7MT – Ia-1)

RETAINED: Recognize that substances are classified Recognize that substances are classified
into elements and compounds; (S7MT- into elements and compounds; (S7MT-
Ig-h-5) Ig-h-5)
DROPPED: Describe some properties of metals and
non-metals such as luster, malleability,
ductility, and conductivity; (S7MT-Ij-7)

CTIVITY 4:

1. In your LAC session, discuss and share your answers to Activities 1-3 in this lesson. Discuss any
questions about the MELCs that need clarification as well. Share your thoughts and let your co-
teachers articulate their insights regarding your questions. Jot down all the insights shared in the
discussion, including your own, in your Study Notebook.
Identification of whether the competency must be maintained, combined, dropped or rephrased
was important. Learning skills should still concentrate on the study, understanding and writing skills that
are essential to our everyday lives. A list of the features of important learning skills has been presented
to help participants determined which of the most relevant Learning Competence’s are.

ACTIVITY 1:
LESSON 2: UNPACKING AND COMBINING MELCS
INTO LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. What is the importance of unpacking and combining the MELCs?

It is essential to unpack and combine the MELCs to aid us and to systematize the
learning activities and efficiently address the different needs of learners and the
challenges of instructional deliveries.

2. What considerations must be taken in unpacking and combining the MELCs? Explain each.

-Alignment on the Content and Performance Standards- The MELCS are not departure
from the standard-based design. We must consider this to achieve a quality teaching
output.
-Prerequisite knowledge and skills - curriculum objective must be hierarchy. Mastering
Fundamental knowledge Is a must before going to the other level of learning.
-Logical sequence of learning objectives - We cannot give a better learning idea to our
students if our objective is not logical sequence. Planning what are the most important
objective is key frame in achieving better understanding of our learners.
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3. Do all the MELCs need to be unpacked or combined? Why or why not?

The teacher may unpacked or combined the MELCS depends on sequence of the
lesson, the progress and needs of learners as long as the content and standard will
be achieved.

CTIVITY 2: UNPACKING OF MELCs

Subject: Science 7

MELC 1: Describe the components of a scientific investigation

(S7MT – Ia-1)
Week 1

NUMBER OF DAYS TAUGHT: 5 days

MELC 1 Describe the components of a scientific investigation

(S7MT – Ia-1)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Day 1 Differentiate observation from inference
Day 2 Describe observation from qualitatively and quantitatively
Day 3 Identify a problem
Day 4 Write scientific question based on the identified problem
Day 5 Formulate hypothesis using the “if” and “then” statement.
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FORM 4: LAC ENGAGEMENT REPORT

This form should be accomplished by each LAC Member at the end of every LAC session.
NAME OF MEMBER: KATHY CLAIRE P. LAC ID:
BALLEGA LDM 2 FOR TEACHERS MODULE 2: MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES

REGION: V - BICOL DATE OF LAC SESSION: OCTOBER 6, 2020

DIVISION: CAMARINES SUR NUMBER OF LAC SESSION: 2

Part A
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with each of the following statements by ticking the
appropriate box.
(SD = Strongly Disagree; D = Disagree; N = Neutral; A = Agree; SA =Strongly agree)

Comments / Remarks
(For example, if you
disagree or strongly
disagree, please indicate
SD D N A SA why.)

THE LAC SESSION

1. I learned a lot from my √

colleagues in this LAC session.

2. The LAC session deepened my √

understanding of the SLM
content.

3. My perspective on the topic/s √

covered has changed as a result
of the LAC session.

4. I participated actively in the LAC √

session by sharing my
assignment and insights, asking
questions, and giving
feedback on what colleagues
shared.

5. I interacted with different √

people during the LAC
session.

ACTION PLAN

6. I feel motivated to apply in my √

region/division/district what I
have learned in this lesson.

7. I intend to apply what I have √

learned from the lesson in my
region/division/district
Part B
Please provide the information requested.
1. I need further clarification and/or resources on the following topics:
 I need further explanation about how to unpack MELC.
2. I encountered the following problems or challenges: