Title and Objective
- These rules are known as the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 7784.
- Prescribe guidelines and procedures for implementing the law 27s provisions.
- Facilitate compliance and achievement of quality teacher education.
Declaration of Policy
- State acknowledges the right of citizens to quality education at all levels.
- Teachers are key to effective teaching-learning.
- The Act aims for a national system of excellence in teacher education.
- Teachers are envisioned to have integrity, competence, and commitment to professional growth.
Definitions
- Council: The Teacher Education Council created under RA 7784.
- Teacher Education Council: Eleven-member group designated per law.
- Teacher: All classroom instructors at elementary and secondary levels, including guidance counselors and supervisors; excludes administrative/support staff; includes licensed graduates.
- Teacher Education: Pre-service, graduate, and in-service education for teachers.
- Excellence: Effective, innovative, and quality delivery in teacher education exceeding minimum standards.
- Center of Excellence: Public or private institution excelling in teacher education, research, and community services.
- Teacher Education Institution: Recognized institution offering pre-service teacher education programs.
Establishment of Centers of Excellence
- Centers of Excellence (COE) identified and developed regionally.
- Initially drawn from existing institutions assessed by the Council.
- Provincial-level COEs may be established if resources permit.
Criteria for Centers of Excellence
- Highly qualified, experienced faculty.
- Adequate library, research, and study facilities.
- Competent administrative and support staff.
- Selective student admission policies.
- Relevant and well-planned instructional programs.
- Student development and services.
- Outreach and extension programs.
- High average percentage of LET passers (last 3 years).
- High percentage of graduates engaged in teaching.
- Additional criteria like innovativeness as determined by the Council.
Networking and Development of COEs
- Formation of a national network connecting COEs with elementary and secondary schools.
- Assistance and funding provided by the Council for development.
- COEs maintained for at least five years before any relocation.
Objectives and Functions of the Centers of Excellence
- Experimentation with innovative teacher education programs.
- Coordination of collaborative research in teacher education.
- Serving as resource centers for curriculum and instructional materials.
- Networking disciplines in teacher education regionally.
- Providing professional assistance to other Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs).
- Encouraging mutual support and program improvement among TEIs.
- Facilitating accreditation of teacher education programs.
Composition and Appointment of the Teacher Education Council
- Composed of 4 permanent ex-officio members: Secretary of Education, CHED Commissioner, PRC Chairman, and NCCA representative.
- Seven regular members appointed by the President representing different regions and subject areas.
- Regular members serve for three years, without compensation but reimbursed for expenses.
- Members must possess integrity, expertise, national/international recognition, and willingness to serve.
Powers and Functions of the Council
- Identify and designate Centers of Excellence at various levels.
- Formulate policies and standards for teacher education.
- Periodically review curricula using participatory methods.
- Adopt incentive systems to attract students to teacher education.
- Encourage consortia and cooperative arrangements for efficiency.
- Design collaborative programs to enhance teacher training.
- Conduct research to guide policy and program development.
- Review and recommend legislation to improve teacher education.
- Recommend measures to government branches to strengthen teacher education.
- Request assistance from government agencies and local units.
Council Secretariat and Administrative Support
- Secretariat organized within 30 days of IRR promulgation.
- Headed by an Executive Director appointed by the Council.
- Secretariat provides administrative and policy implementation support.
- Coordinates with advisory bodies and manages day-to-day Council activities.
- Develops Teacher Education Management Information System.
- Staff appointed upon Executive Director 27s recommendation.
- Department of Education, Culture, and Sports provides permanent office.
Role of Local Government Units
- LGUs to include programs supporting teacher education development through COEs.
- IRR disseminated to all government officials.
Appropriations and Fund Administration
- Initial allocation of 100 million pesos from Tourism Department Trust Liability Account.
- Maximum 5% allocated for Council expenses.
- Subsequent funding included in the Department of Education, Culture and Sports budget.
- Executive Director administers funds with annual financial accountability.
- Accounting by DECS; auditing by DECS Resident Auditor.
Effectivity
- IRR takes effect immediately upon approval by the Teacher Education Council.