why is there a need for alternative learning system in the philippines
Alternative Learning System (Philippines) The Alternative Learning System is a parallel learning system in the Philippines that provides a practical option to the existing formal instruction. When one does not have or cannot access formal education in schools, ALS is an alternate or substitute. ALS includes both the non-formal and informal sources of knowledge and skills.
Languages of the Philippines There are some 120 to 187[5] languages and dialects in the Philippines, depending on the method of classification.[6] Almost all are Malayo-Polynesian languages, whereas one, Chavacano, is a creole derived from Spanish, a Romance language. Two, English and Filipino, are official, while nineteen (as of 2017[update]) are official auxiliary languages.[4][7] Including second-language speakers, there are more speakers of Filipino than English in the Philippines.[8]