Quiz on Non-Formal Education

What does TESDA stand for?

• Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

• Technical Education and Skills Development Agency

• Technical Education and Skills Development Association

• Technical Education and Skills Development Authority of America

What is the main purpose of TESDA?

• To provide college degrees

• To manage schools

• To promote non-degree technical programs

• To create new laws

Who does TESDA help?

• Out-of-school youth and unemployed adults

• Only high school graduates

• College students

• Teachers

What does ALS stand for?

• Advanced Learning System

• Alternative Learning System

• Alternative Language System

• Applied Learning System

What is the goal of the Alternative Learning System?

• To offer vocational training only

• To provide basic education to those who missed it

• To teach advanced subjects

• To prepare students for college

What is the Republic Act 9155 about?

• Creation of new schools

• Funding for college education

• Establishment of the Alternative Learning System

• Regulating private schools

Who benefits from the Alternative Learning System?

• Out-of-school children, youth, and adults

• Only children in school

• College students

• Teachers and educators

What type of programs does TESDA promote?

• Extracurricular activities

• Non-degree technical programs

• Degree programs

• Online courses

What is a key feature of ALS?

• It is a government job training program

• It is only for children

• It is only for adults

• It is parallel to formal education

Why was ALS created?

• To offer sports programs

• To provide free meals to students

• To replace traditional schools

• To help those who could not complete basic education