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Mother Tongue's Role in Education

The document discusses the significance of Mother Tongue in education, particularly through the Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) approach, which emphasizes using the first language for instruction up to Grade 3. It highlights the challenges of the Bilingual Education Policy (BEP) that led to comprehension difficulties and fragmented learning, and presents evidence supporting the benefits of MTB-MLE in improving academic performance and facilitating smoother transitions to second languages. The document also includes a case study demonstrating the positive impact of using local languages in education.

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Mother Tongue's Role in Education

The document discusses the significance of Mother Tongue in education, particularly through the Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) approach, which emphasizes using the first language for instruction up to Grade 3. It highlights the challenges of the Bilingual Education Policy (BEP) that led to comprehension difficulties and fragmented learning, and presents evidence supporting the benefits of MTB-MLE in improving academic performance and facilitating smoother transitions to second languages. The document also includes a case study demonstrating the positive impact of using local languages in education.

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MOTHER TONGUE AS THE

FOUNDATION OF CONTENT AND


SECOND LANGAUGE LEARNING
LESSON 1

Presented by: CHARM KARYLLE T. CRUZ


Learning objectives
Understand the Role of Mother Tongue in Education
Analyze the Challenges of the Bilingual Education Policy (BEP)
Evaluate the Benefits of MTB-MLE in Academic Performance
MOTHER TOUNGE

The first language (L1) learned from birth, typically


spoken within the family and community. It shapes
cognitive development, identity, and worldview.
Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual
Education (MTB-MLE)
An educational approach using the learner's first language
(L1) for instruction, particularly in the early years of
schooling (up to Grade 3). The goal is to strengthen children’s
foundation in their native language before gradually
transitioning to other languages like Filipino and English.
II. Background and Challenges

Weak Performance under BEP:


The Bilingual Education Policy (BEP) used Filipino and English
for instruction, causing comprehension difficulties,
particularly in subjects like Math and Science.

Studies showed students struggled to master over 60% of


academic content, indicating a language barrier to learning.
Background and Challenges

Language Barrier Impact:


Students focused more on language comprehension than the
subject matter, leading to fragmented learning and low
engagement.
MTB-MLE as a Response to Address Learning Challenges

Institutionalization in 2009 (DepEd Order No. 74):


MTB-MLE was formalized, mandating L1 as the primary
language of instruction until Grade 3.
MTB-MLE as a Response to Address Learning Challenges

Primary L1 Instruction: L1 is used to teach core subjects like


Math, Science, Filipino, and English up to Grade 3.

Gradual Transition: After mastering L1, students gradually


transition to Filipino and English for further learning.
Rationale Behind MTB-MLE

Cognitive and Academic Benefits:


Children learn best in their mother tongue, which helps them understand
abstract concepts and complex ideas more easily.

Language Proficiency:
Mastering L1 forms a solid foundation for learning additional
languages (Filipino and English), making the transition smoother.

Supporting Studies:
Local and international research show that students taught in their
first language perform better academically and develop stronger
comprehension and retention skills.
Walter and Dekker’s Case
Study in Lubuagan (2011)
Research Overview:
The study in Lubuagan (Kalinga, Philippines) found that using the local Kalinga language as
the primary medium of instruction resulted in improved academic outcomes compared to
teaching in Filipino or English.

Key Findings:
Students taught in their mother tongue had better comprehension, engagement, and
retention.

Implications:
The success of this study provided evidence supporting the national adoption of MTB-MLE in
the Philippines.
Benefits of MTB-MLE

Improved Academic Performance:


Students taught in their mother tongue grasp academic content better,
resulting in higher performance.

Easier Transition to Second Languages:


Once students master their first language, they find it easier to learn
Filipino and English, using their L1 as a foundation.

Cultural Relevance:
Teaching in the mother tongue connects learning to students' cultural
identities, making the curriculum more relevant and engaging.
End of lesson 1
Activity ; Sentence Relay
To enhance students' understanding of sentence construction and
language accuracy through a fun relay game. This activity
promotes teamwork, attention to detail, and quick thinking, all
while reinforcing the importance of correct language use in MTB-
MLE (Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education).

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