Accessibility and Inequality in Education in the Philippines

These flashcards cover key concepts related to accessibility and inequality in education in the Philippines, including definitions of terms and relevant issues surrounding human rights.

Accessibility in Education

The ability of individuals to obtain education without barriers or obstacles.

Inequality in Education

The unequal distribution of academic resources, affecting students' access to quality education.

Out-of-School Children

Children aged 6-14 who are not attending school.

Out-of-School Youth

Individuals aged 15-24 who are not in school, unemployed, and have not completed college.

Trifocalization

The division of the education management system into three primary government agencies for better governance.

Social Inequality

A situation in which groups experience unequal access to resources, opportunities, and rights.

Educational Inequality

The differences in access to education and educational resources among various groups.

Universal Access to Tertiary Education Act

A law providing free tuition for tertiary education to increase access for disadvantaged youth.

Whole Child Approach

An educational framework focused on the social, emotional, mental, physical, and cognitive development of each student.

Quality Education

Education that meets the rights of individuals to reach their full potential and contributes to societal development.

Marginalization

The exclusion of certain groups from fully participating in society, impacting their access to education.

Karapatang Pantao

Human rights considered as essential for living with dignity and respect.

Extrajudicial Killings

Killings conducted by or with the consent of the state without legal trial.

Red-Tagging

The labeling of individuals or organizations as subversive or terrorists by the government.

Human Trafficking

The illegal transportation of individuals for the purpose of forced labor or sexual exploitation.

Bill of Rights

The catalog of civil liberties and rights guaranteed by the constitution.

National Achievement Test (NAT)

A standardized test measuring student knowledge and skills in the Philippines.

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)

A government agency responsible for promoting technical education and skills training.

School-based Feeding Program

A program providing nutritious meals to malnourished students to improve their health and educational outcomes.