FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill Nol163_. 
INTRODUCED BY HON. MANNY VILLAR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
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Since it was established in 1972, the Institute for Science and Mathematics 
Education Development at the University of the Philippines (UP-ISM ED), a research 
and development unit attached to the Education Department of UP has been 
undertaking programs and activities that contribute to the improvement of science and 
mathematics education in the country. However, while it showed remarkable influence 
on the preparation and development of textbooks in science and mathematics, it has 
not been able to address adequately its research needs in science and mathematics 
education due to budgetary constraints, lack of national recognition and authority to 
plan, organize and launch a systematic and integrated program for the development of 
science and mathematics teachers. 
This proposed Bill will create the National Institute for Science and Mathematics 
Educational Development (NISMED) to specifically upgrade research by investigating 
the conditions under which science and mathematics are best learned and taught, 
develop appropriate teaching and learning materials and professionalize teachers, 
educators, supervisors and school administrators. 
Support for the enactment of this Bill is earnestly sought. 
MANNY'" LLAR 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No.IIS 3-
INTRODUCED BY HON. MANNY VILLAR 
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AN ACT CREATING THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SCIENCE AND 
MATHEMATICS EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (NISMED) APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate find House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Title. - This Act shall be known as the "National Institute for 
Science and Mathematics Education Development Act." 
SEC. 2. Declaration of State Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the 
State to prioritize education, science and technology research and development, 
training and service in order to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social 
progress, and promote total human liberation and development. 
SEC. 3. Objectives. - The objectives of this Act are: 
(1) 
To promote and strengthen programs in science and mathematics education at 
the basic and teacher education levels to attain international competitiveness; 
(2) 
To focus teacher development on meeting the demands of quality science 
education to cope with a scientifically and technologically oriented society; 
(3) 
To hasten the development of higher order thinking skills among the citizens 
and empower students and teacher$ for global competitiveness; and 
(4) 
To promote science consciousness and develop a science culture for the 
country. 
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SEC. 4. Functions of the NISMED. - In conjunction with these objectives, 
the University of the Philippines. Institute for Science and Mathematics Education 
Development (UP-ISMED) shall become the National Institute for Science and 
Mathematics Education Developf!1ent (NISMED) which shall perform the following 
functions: 
(1) 
To serve as a research and development arm of the government in science 
and mathematics at the basic and teacher education levels; 
(2) 
To develop curriculum materials and recommend standards for science and 
mathematics at the basic and teacher education levels in collaboration with the 
Departments of Education (DepEd) and Science and Technology (DOST), and the 
Commission on Higher Education (CHED); 
(3) 
To develop and implement programs for teachers and teacher educators in 
science and mathematics at the basic and teacher education levels; 
(4) 
To develop and implement programs that will promote science consciousness 
and development of a science culture in the country in coordination with pertinent 
agencies of the government; and 
(5) 
To provide a special scholarship program for qualified teachers in science and 
mathematics from all over the country. 
SEC. 5. Officers of the NlSMED. - The NISMED shall be headed by a 
Director and a Chief Executive Officer who shall be appointed by the University of the 
Philippines President System upo~ the endorsement of the Chancellor in accordance 
with existing rules and regulations. The Director shall be assisted by a Deputy Director 
for Academic Programs and a Deputy Director for Administration, who shall both be 
appointed by the Chancellor upon the recommendation of the Director. 
The Director shall be responsible in implementing the programs and 
projects of NISMED, its daily operations and in the management of its resources and 
facilities. 
The Deputy Director for Academic Programs and the Deputy Director for 
Administration, respectively, shall assist the Director in these specific functions. 
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SEC. 6. The Executive Committee. - The Director and the Deputy Directors 
shall be assisted by an Executive Committee (EXECOM) composed of the chairs of the 
academic workgroups and heads of the administrative sections. 
The EXECOM shall advise the Director and the Deputy Directors on the 
internal policies, plans, programs, and projects of the NISMED. 
SEC. 7. The Advisory Board. - The NISMED shall have an Advisory Board 
composed: of the President of the University of the Philippines System, as Chairperson; 
the Secretaries of the DepEd and DOST and the Technical Education and Skills 
Development Authority (TESDA); the Chancellor of the University of the Philippines; the 
Dean of the College of Education of the University of the Philippines, Diliman; two (2) 
representatives from the private sector as may be recommended by the Chancellor and 
appointed by the President of the University of the Philippines System; and the Director 
of the NISMED as ex officio member. 
The Advisory Board shall: 
(1) 
Provide program and policy advice to the NISMED on science and 
mathematics education development; 
(2) 
Assist the NISMED in developing and strengthening linkages with local and 
foreign institutions and agencies; and 
(3) 
Assist the NISMED in generating resources for its various programs. 
SEC. 8. Implementing Authority. - The University of the Philippines Board 
of Regents is hereby mandated to formulate implementing guidelines to implement the 
provisions of this Act. 
SEC. 9. The Science and Mathematics Education Development Fund. - A 
Science and Mathematics Education Development Fund, herein referred to as the 
Fund, is hereby established to be managed and administered by the NISMED, which 
shall be utilized exclusively for research and development and implement training and 
training-related activities. 
The fund shall be derived from the following sources: 
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(1) 
Grants, subsidies, donations or contributions from corporations, trusts, 
foundations, associations and other sources from any private or government office, 
agency or corporation in the Philippines or abroad; and 
(2) 
Yearly appropriations to be provided in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC. 10. 
Appropriations. -
The amount necessary for the initial 
implementation of this Act shall be charged against the current budget of the Institute 
for Science and Mathematics Education Development under the University of the 
Philippines. Thereafter, such amounts necessary for the operations of the National 
Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development shall be included in the 
annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC. 11. 
Repealing 
Clause. 
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All 
laws, 
presidential decrees, 
executive orders, preSidential proclamations, rules and regulations or parts thereof 
contrary to or inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
SEC. 12. 
Separability Clause. -If any provision of this Act is declared 
unconstitutional, the same shall not affect the validity and effectivity of the other 
provisions hereof. 
SEC. 13. 
Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect upon its approval. 
Approved, 
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