When will children start learning Filipino and English?
As they develop a strong foundation in their L1, children are gradually introduced to their second language(s) or L2s (Filipino and English) first orally, then in the written form. With adequate L2 instruction, cognitive skills and subject content acquired in the L1 can now transfer to the L2. 3. Does MTBMLE only involve changing the medium of instruction (MOI) and translating materials into the local languages? Apart from programming the use of several languages, MTBMLE also involves: (a) the development of good curricula (i.e. cognitively demanding); (b) the training of good teachers in the required languages for content and methodology; (c) the production of good teaching materials (i.e., error-free and culturally relevant); (d) the empowerment of the community (i.e. school-based management). MTBMLE will not work when one simply changes the language by translating existing materials. 4. What kind of learners does MTBMLE intend to produce? MTBMLE aims to produce learners who are: • M
