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Philippines weakest skill is English communication, CHED chair says
CHED Chairperson Sherly Agrupis identified English communication as the country's weakest skill, highlighting the need to enhance competencies across students, professionals, and government workers.
She proposed developing a micro-credential program in purposive communication to address this weakness.
Agrupis also stressed that higher education institutions should not only produce graduates but also prepare a workforce aligned with national and regional priorities.
While Philippine higher education has seen advancements, challenges such as funding gaps, fragmented data, and outdated curricula persist.
Graduates often struggle to find employment due to a mismatch between their skills and industry demands.
These issues leave students unprepared for the demands of a rapidly changing economy.
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