As we are preparing for DO 16 2026's full implementation in Term 2, here are short resources to help you understand and apply ILAW in lesson planning. Feel free to download and share with other teachers, use in LAC sessions, or reorientation sessions. Only accessible with @deped.gov.ph emails.
A collection of lesson exemplars made by the central office, tagged according to terms, grade levels, and subjects. Adapt, contextualize, adjust for your classrooms. (Soon to be ILAW aligned for Term 2, 2026)
These serve as our shared guide to good teaching. Our policies in lesson planning, assessment, education in emergencies, and educational technology are all anchored in these. Even if we have different classrooms and schools, these are our shared goals.
Align instruction with the Three-Term School Calendar using the Three-Term Budget of Work for Learning Competencies for each Learning Area and Grade Level.
Design learning experiences using our simplified Intentions, Learning Experiences, Assessment, and Ways Forward (ILAW) framework. Remember this is a guide, not a checklist.
Enhance Every Lesson. These cards serve as a practical guide for your instructional design. Integrate these strategies into your lesson planning to create a more impactful and inclusive learning environment.
The following guides can assist teachers in preparation for the opening block of the incoming school year. The guide covers all four key stages, with sample sessions written using the ILAW template.