Republic of the Philippines

ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE

Darapidap, Candon, Ilocos Sur

NAME: JOSEPH A. LORICA TEACHER: DR. DELIA CASILLAN

GRADE: 11 ICT SUBJECT: ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES AND
PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES

REFERENCES:

CONCEPT PAPER:
https://customdissertation.com/Preparing-Students-for-Future-Technology.pdf

CRITIQUE PAPER:
https://www.scribd.com/document/103344256/Critique-Paper-sample

REACTION PAPER:
https://www.scribd.com/doc/266425373/reaction-paper-on-ict-in-the-philippines

PROJECT PROPOSAL:
 CONCEPT PAPER: Preparing students for future technology
Problem Statement: Educators have a responsibility to prepare students to succeed in a world of digital technology
(Bawden, 2008), but they cannot easily come to a consensus about exactly how to do that because technology continues
to change so rapidly (Nelson, Courier, and Joseph, 2011). Consequently, the concept of “digital literacy” has emerged in
the discourse among educators as they prepare students to keep stride with new innovations. Any instructional methods
are applied in differing ways, and variances occur, “within as well as between grade levels” (Breaux, Danridge, and
Pearson, p. 227), so it is crucial to identify the methods that experienced teachers find most effective for promoting the
development of digital literacy while teaching various subjects and grade levels

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the instructions methods experienced teachers perceive to be most
effective for improving digital literacy at the high school level. Nelson, Courier, and Joseph explain that one of the
difficulties in forming a consensus about how to best teach students about technology is the fact that it changes so
quickly. Therefore, it is reasonable to seek guidance from experienced teachers as they continuously modify their
instructional methods to better promote digital literacy.

Theoretical Framework: This descriptive study uses a post positivist phenomenological approach based on the
perceptions of experienced teachers. The two major areas of theoretical context are comprised of literature related to
teacher efficacy (from Bandura’s “selfefficacy”) and literature related to digital literacy. Gilster (1997) was the first to
offer a definition for “digital literacy” and over the years others have offered different definitions (Nelson, Courier, and
Joseph, 2011) which burdens researchers to be as agile and innovative enough to inform instructional practice about
promoting digital literacy even while digital technology continues to change. Research Question: What are the “best
practices” described by experienced teachers who modify their instructional methods to promote digital literacy?

References:
Ackley, H. A. (2003). Digital literacy and the "Middle Way". (Teaching Mindfully).Academic
Exchange Quarterly, 7(1), 301-306.
Bawden, D. (2008), "Origins and Concepts of Digital Literacy." In Digital Literacies: Concepts,
Policies, and Practices, Colin Lankshear and Michele Knobel, (Eds.), Peter Lang
Publishing, New York, NY, pp. 17-32.
Breaux, G., Danridje, J., Pearson, D. Scott. (2002). Elementary School: Home Grown School
Improvement in the Flesh. In Teaching Reading: Effective Schools, Accomplished
Teachers, Taylor, B. M., & Pearson, P. D. (Eds.), Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum
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Clark, L., & Visser, M. (2011). Digital literacy takes center stage. Library Technology
Reports, 47(6), 38-42.
Enochs, L. G., Smith, P. L., & Huinker, D. (2000). Establishing factorial validity of themathemati
cs teaching efficacy beliefs instrument. School Science and Mathematics, 100, 194-203.
Eshet, Y. (2012). Thinking in the digital era: A revised model for digital literacy. Issues in
Informing Science & Information Technology, 9. 267.
 CRITIQUE PAPER
Title: Straightforward glycosylation of alcohols and amino acids mediated by ionic liquids

Authors : Olivier Monasson, Gwenaëlle Sizun-Thomé , Nadége Lubin-Germain, Jacques Uziel, Jacques Augé

The objective of the study was to to find an alternative strategy for glycosylation of alcohols and amino acids
with the use of ionic liquids to decrease the activity of water in glycosidase-catalyzed transglycosylation. The
researchers are also trying to find a reusable ionic liquid in the chemical process for the synthesis of
glycopropanolsides of synthetic importance. The title of the paper precisely stated the subject of the journal and
the manner of the sequencing of the statements in the introduction leads to the objective of the study in the paper.

The methods that were used in the study are valid and appropriate for the experiment the researchers carried out.
They can also be duplicated because the step by step process of each method was stated in the paper with clarity.
The experimental design they used was appropriate to the objective of their study because they were able to have
a productive flow of the subsequent methods involved. Some of the information they used were from their related
readings. As what I’ve mentioned earlier the methods’ step by step process were stated very clear so, it is no
longer advisable to subdivide them.

The text complement the data presented in the tables and illustrations. The content of the tables and illustrations
is accurately described by the title. The column heading and labels are all accurate when it comes to their content.
The data in the representations that were used can be readily interpreted and there were also no discrepancies
between the text and tables.

The discussion doesn’t just repeat the results but explains it. The interpretation also emerged logically from the
data they gathered. Compared to the related studies, the researchers are after for an eco-friendly glycosylation by
using reusable ionic liquid. The authors’ did not suggest any further work in their study.

The topic and format are appropriate for the journal. The summary of the article in the abstract is concise and
clear and much importantly it is accurate. The subdivision of the materials is logically organized under appropriate
heading and paragraphs. Moreover, the researchers were able to present the study they did in a clear and logical
manner.
 REACTION PAPER

Reaction Paper on ICT in the Philippines

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) plays a vital role in the communication process and in the
field of uplifting the economy of a certain nation or state especially in today’s generation – 21st technological generation.
From left to right, technologies are present in all domains of institutions either in education, government and etc. The
competition of the influx of technology is rapidly available and massive since the accessibility and availability is becoming
a demand of times. A state of a certain nation can never get away of what technology can uphold to keep the economy in
an expanding direction. Yet, the argument remains to be at claimed: What advantages and disadvantages could ICT be
brought out in these domains?
The Philippines is integrating Information and Communication Technology or ICT into the teaching and learning
process since it has become a great concern for many educators. With its rapid development, educators should find ways to
integrate technology in the learning process. ICT should not drive education, rather, educational goals and needs must drive
its use in schools (Bonifacio 2013). However, the process of integrating standards into the curriculum should emphasize
learning and growth for all as the natural and desired outcome of reform in the schools. From that perspective, a standards-
based curriculum includes not only goals, objectives, and standards, but everything that is done to enable attainment of those
outcomes and, at the same time, foster reflection and revision of the curriculum to ensure students' continued growth
(Pattinson & Berkas, 2000).
In view of the fact that ICT is being adopted worldwide, competition remains to be of interest especially in business
and in acquiring a better and advance technological background. Technological developments in ICT are very rapid and
also become obsolete requiring new skills and knowledge to be mastered frequently. Adaptation is only possible when based
on a sound understanding of the principles and concept of ICT. Keeping in pace with these technological development and
the changing competencies required for both the students and their teachers. Shifting from traditional learning to ICT-based
learning is badly needed (Aktaruzzaman 2011). Comparison between interest and achievement in the field of economy and
education in most countries is always on the top priority so as to keep track of the states progress. ASEAN countries for
instance, build connections with its neighbouring nations to maintain the ideals of ICT. Singapore and Japan, to name a few,
continue its rank to be one of the countries that has high view of the advancement and advantages that technology could
provide. From their educational perspectives down to its lowest pool of manpower organization, technology keeps the road
to sustain their economy.
Organizing an ICT association in the Philippines is an advantage that any Filipino can possess, since it is a clear
manifestation that Philippines had the ability to compete with the advancement of the world. It will become an aid to lessen
the burden of time and make the task easier to be resolved. Having the ICT program in the educational realm is already a
big contribution because it is through education that mastery will no longer be limited. Easy access on communication and
creating association will be utilized without difficulty since technology takes part on the process. For instance, increasing
the nation’s economic stability through Business Process Outsourcing is an excellent setting to determine the condition and
progress of a particular country which will become an avenue to open and invest for better opportunity. Opening of jobs
like call centre and other technology related career makes the onset of ICT more realistic and achievable.
However, the dilemma on budgeting and allocation of funds becomes an issue of argument since several
considerations must be addressed. As a reality, the government always make connections with private agencies to be able
to sustain the operation of the said organization. A disadvantage on the side of Information and Communication Technology
which remains unresolved. Many programs and target goals were planned and becomes a part of the roadmap of the
government, yet the crisis lies on the resources. Several politicians advocates on the said program yet dispute of interest
makes it more controversial. The change of terms among leaders hinders the thorough implementation of the program and
to open for another modification.
The Department of Education boosts its effort to fully implement the computerization projects for all schools and
offices. The secretary of Education himself stressed out that ICT efforts have always been directed in aiding our stakeholders
to attain accessible and comprehensive education, wherever they may be in the country. (Luistro 2014) Thus, this
opportunity opens the possibility of producing an adept and competent individual who will dominate and take part in the
management of the educational facet of the organization. Intensive training and in depth teaching at the first level of the
learning process must be given priority in order to produce the best personality to share and utilize the mission. ICT then is
not just merely about technology itself, but on the benefits that it may offer. Several programs on the ICT were being worked
upon among schools and one of it is the Enhanced Basic Education Information System (EBEIS), an online facility for
encoding, storage and report generation of all school information – such as enrolment, resource inventories and special
programs. Aside from these benefits, online applications will become accessible and smooth flow of the program will be
observed. It becomes an advantage to the education sector especially in the dissemination of memorandums and reports to
its constituent. By then, ICT becomes an aid to make the task easy to accomplish and to be able to get immediate result.
Attaining quality education is yet considerable with the use of ICT since most schools makes use of technology in
their teaching and learning process. However, not all had the capability to acquire the facility which is of great importance
to make the operation possible. The lack of provision and resources becomes another barrier in the proliferation of ICT. Big
institutions are at its peak in the operation and in the implementation of ICT in their curriculum, yet other institutions which
are located in the rural areas double their effort to fully acquire the advancement that this ICT development is providing.
Another disadvantages that blocks the onset of Information and Communication Technology to fully control and integrate
into the educational system of the Philippines.
Moreover, a collection of online teaching and learning materials are provided in the program of the ICT so that all
the tasks presented are well attained and achieved. For instance, the establishment of online teaching and tutorials paved the
trend on professionals and teachers to work online and earned better. This trend highlight the importance of ICT in bridging
the gap of illiteracy and limiting the difficulty in addressing the campaign of “No Child will be left behind” program since
ICT will open avenue to all areas to fully equipped the fortress of education and will aid instructional materials to make the
training comprehensible and easy to grasp. As brought out by the Secretary of Education: “These programs will help our
learners to have more access to relevant, up-to-date and quality education materials. It also provides a database to our
educators where they can derive their lessons from. These materials will assist them in their lesson plans, and may also give
an array of contextualized classroom discussions,” Luistro said. Therefore, education will no longer be a gap and illiteracy
will no longer be a crisis since enhancement is available for convenience and purposes with the aid of ICT. Students will
always find ways to be on track and be updated of what is trending and will make use of technology as a mean to alleviate
their difficulty in literacy through the materials provided to them. This will add to the advantages that ICT could provide in
the process of education.
Contrary to the advantage of ICT in bridging the gap of illiteracy is the mastery of the skill and in learning the
process of technology. Another hindrance that ICT program is opt to face, since not all learners are capable of handling and
operating a certain system. Technology advancement rises rapidly however the process of manipulating the system is an
issue that remains a problem. Controlling a technological device to be used in instruction needs a sufficient training
especially in terms of mastery. However, that aspect remains to be an issue that needs immediate and careful response.
Considering the needs of those in the rural areas where people had no ability to handle and even be connected and becomes
introduced to technology is a factor that affects mastery. Therefore, in as early as education is opened, technological skills
must be introduced and integrated.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) can contribute to universal access to education, equity in
education, the delivery of quality learning and teaching, teachers’ professional development and more efficient education
management, governance and administration (San Diego 2012). The Philippine educational system fully integrates ICT in
its entire school premise to be able to achieve one of the goals of education which is to compete globally and to produce a
good communicator. In fact, in early stage, the department identifies several role of ICT in Philippine education which
includes revitalization of schools to make them dynamic. Adopting a collaborative and innovative learning institutions
where students can become more motivated, inquisitive and creative learners. Linking up students with the vast networked
world of knowledge and information which enable them to acquire a broad knowledge base and a global outlook, and
provide them with the resources for the development of a creative mind. Developing the young’s’ skills and capabilities to
critically and intelligently seek, absorb, analyze, manage and present information. Creating new knowledge and products,
and developing among students habits of self-learning to nurture the attitude and capability for lifelong learning. With this
broader scope Philippine education can be considered as ICT or technology-based system since in the futuristic view most
of its products will be technology adept. Learners who will be utilizing the second language will become dominant in
communication process since education with ICT is well implemented. Teaching and language methods will be fully
updated. Teachers will be fully equipped with technology related methodology and strategies in teaching while learners will
become a critically moulded individual ready to face all the challenges of the 21st century.
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www.deped.gov.ph/2014/07/24/deped-capitalizes-on-ict-programs-for-education-stakeholders Retrieved on May 12, 2015
www.linc.mit.edu Retrieved on May 12, 2015
www.unesco.org Retrieved on May 12, 2015
www.deped-ne-net Retrieved on May 13, 2015