In observance of the National Disaster Resilience Month, Mr. Leonardo Alvarez, School Principal of Angeles City National Highschool, addressed the teachers through a Zoom conference about the government’s initiatives on natural disasters.Here’s a part of his message:“The Philippine government and the Department of Education recognizes the importance of being prepared during natural disasters. That is why initiatives have been made throughout the years to better equip Filipino people, especially educators, with knowledge on how to better deal with these disasters.One of these initiatives is the Disaster Preparedness Measures for Schools, Promoting Family Earthquake Preparedness to all elementary and secondary schools, and Guidelines on Student-Led School Watching and Hazard Mapping.And on top of these things, fundings has also been made available for teaching and nonteaching personnel who are affected by natural disasters through calamity loans and Quick Response Fund.”In this address about natural disaster preparedness, what Domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does Mr. Alvarez exemplifies?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Here’s a part of Mr. Alvarez’s speech during a graduation ceremony at Angeles City National Highschool.“The Angeles City National Highschool has always dreamed of providing the best education for its students to equip them with knowledge and skills to progress in life.But aside from equipping them with knowledge, we also desire to hone their personality and spiritual aspect to help them become better citizens of this country.We are doing our best to be in line with the Department of Education’s goal to help students realize their full potential, continuously improve themselves, to be life-long learners, and above all, to be God-fearing students.”In Mr. Alvarez’s graduation speech, what Domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does he exemplifies?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

c. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

d. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

St. Thomas Highschool (fictional school), a private school located in Makati, has been improving its guidelines for teaching every year to deliver better results for its students.The students’ parents and the students themselves are an integral part of this yearly improvement because the school solicits their suggestions and feedback. This idea was spearheaded by its principal, Mrs. Eleanor M. Vasquez, because she believes that everyone deserves to be part of improving the students’ welfare and development.In what Domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does Mrs. Vasquez’s initiative fit perfectly?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

c. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

d. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

Video conferencing became an indispensable means for learning during the global pandemic, and while it provided convenience for both teachers and students, it also gave way to some new problems.One such problem is popularly known as ‘Zoom fatigue,’ which refers to students’ burnout caused by the long use of video conferencing applications. This fatigue results in the loss of students’ interest and attention which negatively affects their learning.That is why Mrs. Vasquez held a video conference meeting with the St. Thomas Highschool’s teachers to discuss how to deal with this problem and improve their virtual classes.With Mrs. Vasquez’s initiative to deal with the rising problem of ‘Zoom fatigue,’ what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads do her efforts fit?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

During Mrs. Vasquez’s video conference meeting with the teachers, she also raised another problem about the students’ lack of motivation for attending their virtual classes on time.That is why she suggested that a reward system must be implemented to encourage students to become punctual in their virtual classes.According to Mrs. Vasquez’s suggestion, the points that students will earn each month will then be converted to additional points on their exams or other things that are beneficial to students’ academics.With the principal’s suggestion, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does she exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

c. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

d. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

To better prepare students for earthquake situations, Mrs. Vasquez invited two representatives from NDRRMC during the school’s yearly earthquake drill. The representatives taught students the proper way of protecting themselves from the risks of this natural calamity.With Mrs. Vasquez’s effort to further hone the students’ knowledge of protecting themselves during earthquake situations, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does she exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Mrs. Vasquez recognizes the importance of financial literacy, not only for students but also for school personnel as well, because this knowledge will enable them to manage their finances properly. She is also aware of the risks posed by the lack of financial literacy, and to arrest this rising problem; she decided to do her part in equipping students and school personnel with knowledge in this area. That is why she partnered with an NGO called ‘PinoyPesoPower’ (fictional NGO), which aims to bring financial literacy to more Filipinos. The NGO believes that equipping Filipinos with knowledge on how to manage their finances properly is one of the major keys in their progress.PinoyPesoPower has already partnered with many institutions to further spread financial literacy to Filipinos, and St. Thomas Highschool was their latest partner through Mrs. Vasquez’s initiative. With the principal’s partnership with a financial-literacy-centered NGO, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does she exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 5 (Developing Self and Others)

Mr. Anthony Garcia, principal of St. Ignatius of Loyola Highschool (fictional school), a private school located in Manila, decided to do something different on the school’s 25thanniversary celebration.Mr. Garcia not only wants this celebration to be fun but also to be educational as well.That is why he decided to make a ‘business-themed celebration’ by encouraging the school’s class sections to set up their mini businesses on the school’s premises and have a friendly competition with each other.On top of that, he also invited some representatives and branch managers of nearby business establishments to share their business experiences and tips with the students.Mr. Garcia took this initiative to highlight the importance of business, not only in making profits but also in serving the communities’ needs.With the principal’s initiative to make a business-themed celebration for their school’s anniversary, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads did he exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

Mr. Garcia has launched a campaign called ‘Voice-Out Your Voice’, which encourages students to submit their suggestions to improve various aspects in their school, most especially in learning.A suggestion box was placed in the hallway to encourage students to submit theirsuggestions.But Mr. Garcia knew that students would be more encouraged to participate in the campaign if they can do it anonymously; that is why he had set up a dedicated email address and phone number for this campaign.In this way, more students would not hesitate to send their suggestions, and the steady stream of ideas from students can certainly make big improvements to the school.Mr. Garcia initiated this campaign because he believes that aside from teachers and school personnel, students should also participate in the school’s continuous improvement.In this initiative, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads did Mr.Garcia exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b.Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Mr. Garcia is one of the founders of the Facebook group called ‘Filipino Teachers for Philippine Progress,’ which aims to be a place where educators and school heads can share knowledge and experiences with each other.The Facebook group aims to hone educators’ and school officials’ knowledge and appreciation of school management by helping one another.The group which Mr. Gracia co-founded with Mr. Leonardo Alvarez of Angeles City National Highschool, Mrs. Eleanor Vasquez of St. Thomas High School, and Mr. Anthony Garcia of St. Ignatius of Loyola High school, have now grown into 20,000 strong members.So far, the group keeps on growing, and thousands of members have been helped in terms of improving their knowledge and skills, both in teaching and school management.With the four school principals’ initiative to establish a network of fellow school heads and teachers, they’ve set an example that clearly exemplifies a certain domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads, which is?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

d. Domain 5 Building Connections

Here is a part of Mr. Garcia’s opening speech at the 2018 Manila School Principals Conference (MSPC) held at SMX Convention Center (fictional conference).“Do not let your title get into your head,” my late dad repeatedly told me when he was still around us. And this simple yet very important advice was what guided me in my four years as a principal of St. Ignatius of Loyola Highschool.But I must admit, there are times when my position and authority really get into my head, and sometimes, I tend to think that those things are enough reasons not to check on my performance and progress.But over time, I’ve learned the importance of being honest with myself, to see myself in an objective way instead of viewing myself through a subjective lens. I’ve learned that I should always seek to improve and not remain stagnant because even with the position that I have, there are still a lot of things that I need to learn.”Mr. Garcia’s speech is a clear expression of what strand in Domain 4 of PPSSH?

a. Strand 4.1 Personal and Professional Development

b. Strand 4.2 Professional Reflection and Learning

c. Strand 4.3 Professional Networks

d. Strand 4.4 Performance Management

Mrs. Olivia Reyes, a principal of St. Joseph Highschool (fictional school), a private school in Pampanga, provided a free seminar for educators residing in Pampanga about the appropriate disciplinary measures for students approved by the DepEd and the government.Mrs. Reyes decided to conduct this seminar to hone teachers’ knowledge about the appropriate measures they need to take when they discipline their students.With Mrs. Reyes’ initiative, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads defines her effort the closest?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Students at St. Joseph Highschool are very familiar with Mrs. Olivia Reyes, not only because she is the school’s principal, but also because she utilizes every communication means to effectively communicate with students.She writes articles on the school’s publication, The Academe’s Pen (TAP), that usually covers the school’s latest policies, DepEd Orders, and other improvements being done at St. Joseph Highschool.These monthly articles also serve as a ‘report’ not only to students but to their parents as well.Mrs. Reyes also communicates with students through social media by posting weekly advice on the school’s Facebook Page. These advices usually covers tips on studying, time management, decision-making, and developing one’s personality. These weekly postings were such a huge hit on students because they can clearly resonate with the topics and advices that Mrs. Reyes posts.And believe it or not, she even tapped the TikTok platform because she is aware that most youths today are using this application. In her TikTok account, she provides daily wisdom, empowerment, and motivation for students to help them win from the daily challenges of life.In Mrs. Reyes’ series of efforts, which domain defines her efforts the closest?

b. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

c. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

d. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

Mrs. Reyes has received complaints about a sports committee teacher who has allegedly misused a sports fund intended for students’ allowance and purchasing of their uniforms.After verifying the report and finding out that the teacher had indeed committed a violation, Mrs. Reyes approved the teacher’s suspension in response to the complaints of both students and parents.With Mrs. Reyes’ actions towards the misconduct of a teacher, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads clearly reflects her response?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Last September 2018, in celebration of Teachers’ Month, Mrs. Reyes was invited by a local radio station to talk about the profession of teaching; here’s a part of her interview:Radio anchor: What’s the best part of being an educator?Mrs. Reyes: “My top three on the list would be the opportunity to touch the lives of the students, a chance to improve their personality, and being a second family to them. And these three great things are what make the profession of teaching more fulfilling.The fourth one, of course, is the benefits given by the government to the teachers.There are the 13th and 14th-month pay, chalk, and clothing allowance, paid vacation, and hardship allowance (for teachers who are assigned to places that are not accessible by regular means of transportation).There are also the leave privileges like maternity, paternity, and study leave, and of course, there are the GSIS, Philhealth, and ECP benefits.”With what Mrs. Reyes has said in her radio interview, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does she clearly reflect?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Mr. William Agustin, principal of San Jose National Highschool in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan (fictional highschool), wants to improve the school’s sports committee so they can produce skilled players on the next BulPrisa competition.And he was informed that Sir Eman, a Mathematics teacher, and Ma’am Andrea, a Filipino teacher, were former sports champions in their college days.Sir Eman was a 2-time MVP player while Ma’am Andrea and her team back then became an overall volleyball team champion. Wanting to tap their knowledge and abilities in sports, Mr. Agustin decided to include them on the sport’s committee to ‘beef up’ the school’s effort in improving their athletes.With Mr. Agustin’s efforts to tap the skills of one of the school’s teachers to improve their sports committee, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads does he clearly exemplify?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 2 (Managing School Operations and Resources)

c. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

d. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

Here’s a part of Mr. Agustin speech at the San Jose National Highschool’s graduation ceremony last 2018:“Right from the very start, the San Jose National High school has always wanted to be a haven of learning and development for students. But we do also recognize that we cannot achieve this big dream alone.We are aware that aside from teachers, students, parents, and our stakeholders also play a major role in developing an environment that brings holistic development for our beloved students.That is why we’ve always treated them as close partners all these years, and we are grateful for their continuous cooperation. In fact, if not for them, if not for you, we would not be where we are today, and I hope that this crucial support would continue for the years to come.”In Mr. Agustin’s speech, what domain in the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads reflects his message the closest?

a. Domain 1 (Leading Strategically)

b. Domain 3 (Focusing on Teaching and Learning)

c. Domain 4 (Developing Self and Others)

d. Domain 5 (Building Connections)

400. As a school principal, what is your role in ensuring that the curriculum is contextualized, localized, and indigenized?

a. Providing professional development opportunities for teachers on curriculum design and development

b. Encouraging teachers to collaborate with community members and stakeholders to ensure that the curriculum is relevant to local needs

c. Monitoring the implementation of the curriculum to ensure that it is meeting the needs of learners

d. All of the above

401. Ms. Cruz is a teacher in a school located in a remote area. She noticed that the curriculum materials provided by DepEd do not take into account the local context and culture of their community. What strategy can she use to address this issue?

a. Contextualization

b. Localization

c. Indigenization

d. None of the above

Mr. Santos is a school head in a multicultural school. He wants to promote inclusivity and cultural sensitivity in the curriculum. What approach can he use to achieve this goal?

a. Contextualization

b. Localization

c. Indigenization

d. Multicultural Education

Ms. Reyes is a teacher in a school located in an indigenous community. She noticed that the curriculum materials do not reflect the culture and traditions of the indigenous people. What strategy can she use to address this issue?

a. Contextualization

b. Localization

c. Indigenization

d. None of the above

Mr. Garcia is a school head in a school located in a low-income area. He noticed that some students struggle with the curriculum materials due to language barriers. What approach can he use to address this issue?

a. Contextualization

b. Localization

c. Indigenization

d. Language Localization

Ms. Hernandez is a teacher in a school located in an urban area with a diverse population. She noticed that some students are not able to relate to the curriculum materials due to their cultural background. What approach can she use to address this issue?

a. Contextualization

b. Localization

c. Indigenization

d. Multicultural Education

What is the objective of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (RA 10533)?

A. To strengthen the quality of basic education in the Philippines

B. To reduce the number of years of basic education

C. To increase the number of schools in the Philippines

D. To abolish private schools in the Philippines

Which of the following is included in the Enhanced Basic Education Program?

A. Kindergarten

B. Elementary Education

C. Junior High School

D. All of the above

What is the goal of the K-12 program under RA 10533?

A. To increase the number of years of basic education in the Philippines

B. To reduce the number of schools in the Philippines

C. To improve the quality of education in the Philippines

D. To eliminate private schools in the Philippines

What is the role of the Department of Education (DepEd) under RA 10533?

A. To provide quality basic education

B. To regulate private schools in the Philippines

C. To increase the number of schools in the Philippines

D. To abolish public schools in the Philippines

What is the importance of RA 10533 in the Philippine education system?

A. It addresses the quality and accessibility of basic education

B. It reduces the number of years of basic education

C. It promotes the privatization of education in the Philippines

D. It restricts access to education for the marginalized sector

In a classroom where students have different learning styles, which teaching strategy would be most effective for a teacher to use?

a. Lecture-based teaching

b. Hands-on learning

c. Group discussionsd

. Individual seatwork

Which pedagogy emphasizes the role of the teacher as a facilitator of learning rather than as a source of knowledge?

a. Direct Instruction

b. Constructivism

c. Inquiry-based Learning

d. Experiential Learning

Which teaching strategy would be most effective for teaching complex topics in a classroom with diverse learners?

a. Direct instruction

b. Cooperative learning

c. Problem-based learning

d. Role-playingAnswer: 

In a classroom where students have varying levels of English proficiency, which teaching strategy would be most effective for promoting language acquisition?

a. Total Physical Response

b. Language immersion

c. Grammar-translation approach

d. Audio-lingual method

Which pedagogy emphasizes the use of real-life scenarios and problem-solving tasks to enhance learning?

a. Project-based Learning

b. Experiential Learning

c. Inquiry-based Learning

d. Direct Instruction

Ms. Gomez, a high school teacher, wants to engage her students in a discussion about a recent news article. Which of the following pedagogies would be most effective in achieving this goal?a. Lecture-based instruction

b. Inquiry-based learning

c. Direct instruction

d. Collaborative learning

Mr. Johnson, a school principal, wants to implement a new teaching strategy to increase student engagement. Which of the following pedagogies would best achieve this goal?

a. Lecture-based instruction

b. Project-based learning

c. Drill and practice

d. Direct instruction

Mrs. Lee, a middle school teacher, is teaching a lesson on fractions. Which of the followingteaching strategies would best support students who struggle with this concept?

a. Direct instruction

b. Inquiry-based learning

c. Collaborative learning

d. Problem-based learning

Mr. Chen, a high school principal, wants to improve student achievement in his school. Which of the following teaching strategies would be most effective in achieving this goal?

a. Lecture-based instruction

b. Project-based learningc

. Direct instruction

d. Differentiated instruction

Ms. Rodriguez, an elementary school teacher, wants to teach her students about different cultures and traditions. Which of the following teaching strategies would be most effective in achieving this goal?

a. Drill and practice

b. Inquiry-based learning

c. Lecture-based instruction

d. Direct instruction

Ms. Garcia, a third-grade teacher, believes in constructivist pedagogy and encourages her students to actively participate in the learning process. Which of the following best describes her approach to teaching?

a. Ms. Garcia uses a traditional, lecture-based approach to teaching

b. Ms. Garcia encourages her students to take an active role in their learning

c. Ms. Garcia emphasizes memorization and repetition

d. Ms. Garcia relies on standardized tests to assess student learning

As a school principal, Mr. Johnson wants to promote constructivist pedagogy among his teachers. Which of the following strategies would be most effective?

a. Encouraging teachers to use lecture-based teaching approaches

b. Providing teachers with opportunities for professional development in constructivist pedagogy

c. Emphasizing the importance of rote memorization in the classroom

d. Discouraging student participation in the learning process

According to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, children construct knowledge through which of the following processes?

a. Social interaction and collaboration with peers

b. Repetition and memorization of information

c. Passive absorption of information from authority figures

d. None of the above

In Jerome Bruner's constructivist theory of learning, which of the following is most important for effective learning to occur?

a. A focus on memorization and repetition of informationb

. A teacher-centered approach to teaching

c. An emphasis on discovery and exploration

d. None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a 21st-century skill emphasized by DepEd?

a. Critical thinking and problem-solving

b. Communication and collaboration

c. Information and media literacy

d. Memorization and rote learning

Which of the following a teacher can do to promote 21st-century skills among his students?

a. Encourage traditional teaching methods that focus on rote learning and memorization.

b. Emphasize the importance of standardized testing and grades.

c. Provide opportunities for project-based learning, collaboration, and critical thinking.

d. Discourage the use of technology in the classroom.

Which of the following is an example of a 21st-century learning environment?

a. A classroom with rows of desks and a teacher lecturing at the front of the room.

b. A classroom where students work individually on worksheets and textbooks.

c. A classroom where students work collaboratively on projects and use technology to research and present their findings.

d. A classroom where students memorize information and take multiple-choice tests.

Which of the following is NOT a 21st-century skill emphasized by the DepEd's K-12 curriculum?

a. Creativity and innovation

b. Information, media, and technology literacy

c. Financial literacy

d. Memorization and repetition

How can teachers promote 21st-century skills in their classrooms?

a. By emphasizing rote learning and memorization.

b. By providing opportunities for collaborative learning and problem-solving.

c. By using outdated technology and teaching methods.

d. By discouraging students from using technology in the classroom.

What is the purpose of the Results-Based Performance Management System (RPMS) in DepEd?

a. To evaluate the performance of teachers and school heads

b. To replace the teacher performance evaluation system with a new one

c. To implement a ranking system for teachers and school heads

d. To increase workload for teachers and school heads

Which RPMS tool is used to guide teachers in the preparation of their Individual Performance and Commitment Review Form (IPCRF)?

a. Performance Management Tool

b. Classroom Observation Tool

c. Self-Assessment Tool

d. Monitoring and Coaching Tool

Which RPMS tool is used by school heads to monitor and provide feedback on the performance of their teachers?

a. Classroom Observation Tool

b. Self-Assessment Tool

c. Performance Management Tool

d. Monitoring and Coaching Tool