The Implementation of the Modulalar Learning Modality Among the Public Secondary Schools in Sto. Domingo, Albay

Abstract

Modular Learning Modality (MLM) sustained continuity of Philippine education on COVID 19 pandemic that endangered lives; banned travel in January 2020. The President, in March 2020, declared Philippines in calamity state; schools’ closure; learners’ mandatory promotion; vaccines’ interventions. DepEd Sulong Edukalidad, re-opened classes in SY 2020-2021; empowered schools of enrollment and learning modalities. SMEA/EMIS reported: PM inhibited teachers assessing students objectively; effected quality instructions’ decline; students’ academic performance; interventions recommended. This research secured database for analysis throughout 2 SYs MDL implementation. Mix-method treated 645 respondents; used stratified, actual enumeration, purposive sampling; with fittest model: exploratory sequential - convergent parallel designs; thru questionnaire-assessment survey instruments; interview; focus group discussions in gathering data. Aimed to assess its operation level among schools’ understudy; analyze such variables and prepare intervention measures; grounded theory generated new concepts; recommended valuable interferences. Findings confirmed principals, teachers and parents’ assessment level is 3- Satisfactory; students: 4-Very Satisfactory; General Average (GAtwm): Satisfactory. Grounded Theory Data revealed MLM has both its worth and feebleness. Researcher laid valuable intervention measures out of interviews and RRL to avoid rebuffs on unexpected lockdown ahead. DepEd has the power to persuade its development intrusions for the beneficiaries favorably.