ALS maps to which Republic Act number?

• A. RA 10157
• B. RA 9155
• C. RA 10533
• D. RA 10647

Answer: (B)

The concept being tested is which law governs the Alternative Learning System (ALS) in the Philippines. ALS is a non-formal education program designed for out-of-school youth and adults, and its framework falls under the Governance of Basic Education Act. This act, Republic Act 9155, sets up the policy and administrative structure for basic education, including non-formal learning options like ALS, ensuring flexible ways to access education within the basic education system.

The other acts focus on different education levels: the Kindergarten Education Act covers kindergarten, the Enhanced Basic Education Act implements K-12, and the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act addresses higher education. So the act that specifically maps to ALS is Republic Act 9155.