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Legal Basis of the REAL Program and CNHSResearch
Legal Basis of the REAL Program and CNHSResearch
The Research Analysis and Integration Development (REAL) Program and CNHSResearch is firmly grounded in national policies and legal frameworks that uphold research as a cornerstone of educational development. The project aligns with DepEd’s vision of promoting evidence-based practices in teaching, learning, and institutional improvement.
Legal Foundations
Legal Foundations
1. 1987 Philippine Constitution
1. 1987 Philippine Constitution
The Philippine Constitution underscores the vital role of research in education:
Article XIV, Section 1 – Ensures that the State protects and promotes the right to quality education.
Article XIV, Section 10 – Mandates the prioritization of research and innovation to advance educational policies and programs.
2. Republic Act No. 9155 (Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001)
2. Republic Act No. 9155 (Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001)
This law establishes the Department of Education (DepEd) as the primary agency responsible for research-driven decision-making and education system reforms.
3. DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2017 (Research Management Guidelines)
3. DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2017 (Research Management Guidelines)
Institutionalizes the DepEd Research Agenda, ensuring that research is systematically integrated into policy-making and instructional practices.
Encourages schools to conduct, manage, and archive research to enhance education quality.
4. DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2016 (Basic Education Research Fund - BERF)
4. DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2016 (Basic Education Research Fund - BERF)
Allocates funding for school-based and division-level research aligned with DepEd’s research priorities.
Supports capacity-building initiatives for teachers and school personnel engaged in research.
5. DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015 (Research Management System Establishment)
5. DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015 (Research Management System Establishment)
Mandates the creation of a centralized repository for education research to support evidence-based policies and instructional innovations.
Encourages standardization of research practices within DepEd institutions.
6. DepEd Memorandum No. 144, s. 2019 (Guidelines on the Conduct of Research in Schools)
6. DepEd Memorandum No. 144, s. 2019 (Guidelines on the Conduct of Research in Schools)
Provides ethical and procedural guidelines for conducting research within DepEd.
Ensures compliance with data protection, research integrity, and scholarly ethics.
Legal Validity of the REAL Program and Online Repository
Legal Validity of the REAL Program and Online Repository
The REAL Program and CNHSResearch fully align with DepEd’s legal framework, reinforcing the importance of research in educational development.
✅ Supports DepEd’s Research Agenda – The program enhances research competencies among teachers and students, in line with DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2017.
✅ Establishes a Standardized Research Repository – The online archive provides a structured platform for research preservation, meeting the mandates of DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015.
✅ Strengthens Research Capacity-Building – Through micro-lectures and CPD-accredited training, the program directly contributes to the professional development of educators.
✅ Upholds Research Ethics and Best Practices – The program follows DepEd’s research integrity guidelines, ensuring the ethical conduct of research as per DepEd Memorandum No. 144, s. 2019.
✅ Eligible for DepEd Research Funding – Schools implementing this program may apply for funding support under the Basic Education Research Fund (BERF), in line with DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2016.
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