THE Kinder to Grade 12 (K-12) basic education system needs to be reviewed to ensure that it keeps pace with the digitalization of the economy, according to the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
Philippine Business Conference & Expo in Manila on Wednesday that “our teachers must be re-trained to keep pace with technological developments.”
“Next month, our children will go back to school to attend face-to face classes. Two years of proper learning were disrupted due to the pandemic. Looking at the positive side, the reopening of schools will help stimulate the economy as consumption increases and more small businesses also open up that cater to this sector of our economy. The transport sector and school bus services will also revive,” Mr. Barcelon said.
“We believe that the Philippine economy’s growth momentum will accelerate especially since the government is expected to sustain public spending on priority infrastructure projects under the Build Better, and More program. Also noteworthy is the tax reform all designed to jump start the investment climate,” Mr. Barcelon said.
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