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
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
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