Title
Amendment on student assessment implementation
Law
Deped Order No. 82, S. 2003
Decision Date
Nov 19, 2003
DepEd Order No. 82 mandates the delayed implementation of assessment and evaluation changes from DepEd Order No. 79 to the Third Grading Period of SY 2003-2004, emphasizing the need for extensive teacher training and support to ensure effective adoption of the revised grading system and testing methods.

Law Summary

Postponement of Implementation

  • Due to the above challenges, the effective implementation of DepEd Order No. 79 was deferred to the Third Grading Period of the School Year 2003-2004.

Directive for Enhanced Training and Supervision

  • All field offices were instructed to intensify training and supervisory efforts.
  • Emphasis was placed on equipping teachers and school personnel with:
    • Knowledge and skills in test design.
    • Understanding and application of the revised grading system.
    • Use of rubrics or scoring guides for non-traditional assessments.

Order Effectivity and Compliance

  • The amendment was mandated for immediate dissemination and strict compliance across all public elementary and secondary schools.
  • Issued and adopted by the Secretary of Education, Edilberto C. De Jesus, on November 19, 2003.

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