Philippine Educational System Quiz

During the Spanish Colonial Period, which religious order established the first formal schools in the Philippines?

• Dominicans

• Franciscans

• Augustinians

• Jesuits

Which university, founded in 1611, is the oldest existing university in Asia?

• University of Santo Tomas

• University of the Philippines

• Ateneo de Manila University

• Philippine Normal University

What did the Education Act of 1863 mandate in the Philippines?

• All of the above

• Free primary education

• Establishment of public education system

• Creation of normal schools for teacher training

Which act established a public school system and created the Department of Public Instruction during the American Colonial Period?

• Philippine Independence Act

• Education Act of 1863

• Philippine Commission's Act No. 74

• Public School System Act

Which university, established in 1908, became the national university during the American Colonial Period?

• Ateneo de Manila University

• Philippine Normal University

• University of Santo Tomas

• University of the Philippines

What changes did the Japanese occupation bring to the education system in the Philippines?

• Focus on nationalistic and militaristic education

• All of the above

• Introduction of Japanese language instruction

• Closure of many schools

What was the focus of educational reform in the Philippines in the 1940s-1950s after gaining independence?

• All of the above

• Improving educational quality

• Integrating the educational system into the democratic framework

• Expanding access to education

Which act emphasized decentralization and gave more autonomy to local governments and schools in managing education?

• Education Act of 1982

• Autonomy in Education Act

• Education Reform Act

• Decentralization Act

When was the K-12 program introduced in the Philippines?

• 2015

• 2000

• 2010

• 2013

What was the aim of the K-12 program introduced in 2013?

• Prepare students for higher education or employment

• Extend basic education cycle to 12 years

• Better align Philippine education system with international standards

• All of the above