DepEd Digitization in Jeopardy: Teachers' Group Laments P12 Billion Budget Cut
The Philippine education sector is facing a plethora of challenges, including teachers sans laptops, students using outdated technology, and a shortage of classrooms. These issues are likely to worsen with the recent P12 billion cut from the Department of Education's budget. The reduction in funding is expected to severely impact the department's digitization efforts, further marginalizing students and educators. As the sector struggles to keep pace with the digital age, the lack of resources may exacerbate the existing digital divide. With the budget cut, the implementation of education technology and online learning platforms may be delayed, ultimately affecting the quality of education. Education stakeholders, including teachers' groups, are calling for a reassessment of the budget to ensure the sector receives adequate funding to support its digitization initiatives and provide quality education to Filipino students. Key concerns include the need for educational technology, improved classroom facilities, and support for teachers' professional development. #DepEd #Digitization #EducationBudget
