Identification of the ALS Core Competencies

Rationale:

• Ø  Functional Literacy is end goal of Basic Education (formal and ALS)
• Ø  Functional Literacy has been operationally defined.
• Ø  Core competencies address the operational definition of Functional Literacy
•       Use core competencies in Teaching-Learning in ALS programs (other competencies will be used in continuing education
•       Use core competencies to determine achievement of learners in A&E test as well as in ABL and FLT tests
• Ø  Core modules reflect the core competencies
•         Use core modules in Teaching-Learning in Alternative Learning program (other modules use for independent learning)

FUNCTIONAL LITERACY

Operational definition:

                                A functional literate person is one who can communicate effectively, solve problems scientifically, creatively, and think critically, use resources sustainably and be productive, develop oneself and a sense of community, and expand one’s world view.

Communicate effectively

• Ø  Listen with understanding
• Ø  Express his/her ideas and feelings clearly
• Ø  Read with comprehension
• Ø  Write clearly
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Solve problems scientifically, creatively and think critically

• Ø  Apply scientific thinking
• Ø  Make critical and informed decisions
• Ø  Count and compute accurately
• Ø  Be innovative and creative

  

Use resources sustainably and be productive

• Ø  Earn a living
• Ø  Do productive work
• Ø  Use appropriate technology
• Ø  Practice sustainable use of resources

Develop oneself and a sense of community

• Ø  Develop inter-and intra-personal relations according to prevailing values and culture
• Ø  Exercise civil and political rights with corresponding responsibilities
• Ø  Demonstrate a sense of personal and national identity
• Ø  Take pride in one’s culture and respect that of others

Expand one’s world view

• Ø  Contribute actively to peace and solidarity
• Ø  Resolve conflicts nonviolently