INTRODUCTION TO MG CLASSES

The maximum number of students in a multigrade class is

• 35

• 10

• 25

• 40

Most multigrade classes in the Philippines are found in__________-

• the city

• crowded areas

• mountain barangays

• tribal communities

According to the research of SEAMEO-INNOTECH in 2010, Southeast Asian countries differ in the practices and strategies in multigrade instruction. The use of teaching models like cooperative learning refers to ____________.

• Assessment

• Classroom Organization

• Teaching-Learning Environment

• Teaching-learning Process

Multigrade classes are created to __________

• decongest crowded schools in the city

• train gifted learners

• provide access to quality education in remote communities

• train teachers on classroom management

Based on the study of SEAMEO-INNOTECH and UNICEF in 2010 on the effectiveness of the implementation of the Multigrade Program, there was adequate compliance in ____________.

• school facilities

• basic classroom features

• teacher incentives

• hiring and movement of teachers

The following are considered as advantages of multigrade teaching, EXCEPT:

• use of cooperative learning and peer tutoring

• increases student interaction and motivation

• students progress in their learning at their own pace

• requires more time and organizational skills from teachers

Peer tutoring is being done in multigrade classes. To which principle does this strategy adhere?

• Children are unique

• Children can learn best from experiences

• Children can do and learn well from one another

• The role of the teacher is to provide a conducive learning environment

Which statement incorrectly describes multigrade teaching in the world?

• All multigrade classes have poor and disadvantaged students.

• The educational system in the 19th century originally srated with multigrade classes.

• Multigrade classes cater to the varied interests and needs of the students.

• Geographic location, economic constraints, and socio-economic factors contribute to the existence of multigrade classes.

DepEd Order #81 s. 2009 mandates the implementation of the following guidelines for multigrade teachers, except:_________

• assigning newly hired teachers in multigrade classes

• provision of training resources ang learning package

• assigned teachers should be trained in multigrade teaching

• strict implementation of Special Hardship Allowance for teachers

Reseach conducted by SEAMEO-INNOTECH in 2017 found out the challenges that hinder the full implementation of the Multigrade Program in the Philippines. The offering of the course "The Teaching of Multigrade Classes" is a response to which challenge?

• Fast turnover of multigrade teacher

• Lack of multigrade teacher preparation

• Combining Kindergarten class with levels of upper grade

• Lack of training in contextualizing teaching and learning materials