Assessment of the Locally-Initiated Alternative Learning System (ALS) Basic Training Course of Isabela City Schools Division, Basilan, Philippines

Despite the provision of free basic education in the Philippines, numerous children are unable to complete their studies due to a range of personal circumstances.The Alternative Learning System (ALS) acts as a supplementary path to formal education, accommodating individuals who were unable to engage in traditional schooling.This study assessed the conduct of the locally-initiated ALS Basic Training Course in the Isabela City Schools Division, Basilan, where 41 newly-hired ALS implementers were purposefully selected based on their participation in the training.Statistical tools such as mean and standard deviation were utilized to assess the training course.The findings revealed a positive trend: the Training Management Team was effective in crafting a program that struck an appropriate balance between conceptual learning and operational practice, leveraging their own experiences in the field as ALS implementers.A notable finding was that the impact on trainees is amplified when program practitioners also act as trainers, due to their profound comprehension of the subjects they teach.The use of authentic materials during the training proved advantageous, enhancing the significance of the learning experience for the participants.Although this study was limited to the five components of training courses, making the findings not entirely generalizable to the entirety of conducting a basic training course, the results provided a foundation for creating a framework or work plan.Therefore, it is recommended that the HRTDO, Basilan Division employ the findings from this research to develop a standard manual for the ALS Basic Training Program as a component of its pre-service training.