Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 210)
The main objective is to strengthen the use of the English language as a medium of instruction in the educational system to develop the aptitude, competence, and proficiency of Filipino students in English, particularly to prepare them for job opportunities in emerging and technology-driven sectors.
English shall be taught as a second language starting with the First Grade.
English shall be used as the medium of instruction for English, Mathematics, and Science from at least the Third Grade level.
The percentage of time allotment for learning areas conducted in English is expected to be not less than seventy percent (70%) of the total time allotment for all learning areas in the secondary level.
Yes, the Executive Order covers all public and private institutions of learning at the secondary level, including laboratory and experimental schools and non-formal and vocational or technical institutions.
Higher education institutions, including State Colleges and Universities, are encouraged to adopt the use of English as the primary medium of instruction in tertiary education.
The Department of Education (DepEd), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) are the main implementing and monitoring agencies.
These institutions shall evaluate educators' proficiency in English and conduct training programs nationwide to develop and improve their English skills.
Implementing authorities shall secure funding to provide adequate learning materials and resources and collaborate to develop evaluation instruments to monitor progress in English proficiency.
No, this order states that Filipino shall continue as the medium of instruction in Filipino and Araling Panlipunan subjects, promoting the development of the national language.
The Executive Order guarantees that nothing in it shall be construed as limiting the academic freedom of institutions of higher education.
It took effect immediately upon approval on May 17, 2003.