PASIG CITY, November 26, 2024 – The Department of Education (DepEd) has launched the Master Classes for Kindergarten and Grades 1, 4, and 7 (K147) Teachers Across All Learning Areas to enhance teacher collaboration and support the implementation of the Revised K-12 Curriculum.

The five-day master class, held from November 25 to 29 during the In-Service Training (INSET), encourages educators to work together, share knowledge, and continuously improve outcomes through shared leadership and collective learning.

“Ito po ay isang inisiyatibo ng Department of Education, ‘yong pagbibigay po sa inyo ng capacity development and professional development through our master classes para kayo ay ma-capacitate sa inyong laban sa araw-araw,” Undersecretary and Chief of Staff Fatima Lipp Panontongan said.

“Hindi po biro ang inyong pinagdadaanan every day. ‘Pag may kalamidad, kayo po ang first responders natin. Kayo po ang tumatayong magulang ng ating learners sa ating mga eskwelahan,” she added.

The master classes are being livestreamed through the official Facebook pages of host regions and division offices, reaching over 50,000 teachers nationwide. During the sessions, education experts and practitioners conduct trainings on subject matter and teaching techniques to further enhance teachers’ knowledge, skills, and capacities.

The CPD-accredited master classes complement the revised curriculum and provide teachers with the tools needed for its effective implementation. DepEd, through the National Educators Academy of the Philippines, in collaboration with BCD and BLD have identified experts from HEIs, private and public universities to provide educators with comprehensive topics. Likewise, select regional and division offices have become their partners in broadcasting each session through Facebook live.

“These master classes will serve as a testament to your unwavering commitment to strengthening yourselves as pillars of education. By immersing yourselves in this lofty pursuit, you are not only enhancing your skills but also deepening your capacity to guide, protect, and inspire your students,” National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) Director Jennifer Lopez said.

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