Module that discourages peaceful protests not part of learning materials —DepEd

The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday clarified that the learning module discouraging students from joining peaceful protests is not part of its curriculum resources.

In a statement, DepEd said the module did not pass the conformance review of the curriculum and instruction strand of its central office.

The department added that it is still investigating how the material was circulated.

Further, DepEd called the public for help in accelerating its investigation regarding the matter.

Those who have any information may report it to DepEd’s Public Assistance Action Center through the following:

• 8636 1663
• 8633 1942
• 8634 0222
• 8638 8641
• 8638 7530
• 8638 7529
• 8638 7531
• 8635 9817
• 8631 6033
• 0919-456-0027 (Smart)
• 0995-921-8461 (Globe)
• action@deped.gov.ph

Earlier, a supposed page of a module circulated on social media with one of the questions asking students: "If given the chance, will you join this rally? Why or why not?"

Based on the answer key, the "correct" answer was: "No, because the government has [sic] really doing their best for all the Filipino people and their constituents."

The Commission on Human Rights had flagged the module, noting that the Constitution provides for the right to freedom of speech, among others.

On Sunday, DepEd said it sought an explanation from its regional office which released the said module.—Ma. Angelica Garcia/LDF, GMA News