Refers to the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attitudes that students need to demonstrate in every lesson and/or learning activity. Competencies are necessary to develop a learner's practical and lifelong skills for learning amidst a crisis (e.g. pandemic, epidemic, etc.) and to eventually attain a successful life. The MELCs are defined as the competencies that a learner needs in order to continue to subsequent grades and ultimately have a successful life. The characteristics of the MELCs are: a. It is aligned with national standards or frameworks, such as for example, “holistic Filipino learners with 21st Century skills.” b. They connect the content to higher concepts across content areas. c. They are applicable to real-life situations. d. They are important for students to acquire, even if a student drops out from school. e. They cannot be expected to be ordinarily learned by students if not taught in school.