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Science Technology Society-02
Science Technology and Society (STS)
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CHAPTER II : SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE PHILIPPINES
- What other government projects and programs are available for science education in the Philippines? S&T Manpower Development Programs a) S&T Scholarship under R. 7687 or S&T Scholarship Act of 1994 (S&T Scholarship Program A) b) DOST-SEI Merit Scholarship (Formerly Project 5801 or S&T Scholarship Program B) c) Junior Level Assistance Program (JLAP) d) BS Scholarships in Science Education e) S&T Human Resource Development Planning
Capability Building in Research & Manpower Assessment a. Assessment of Scientific and Technological Manpower Resources b. Development of Databases Relevant to S&T and Science Education c. Research Activities for Manpower Development and Planning d. Science and Technology Education Network (STEdNet) e. Benchmarking for the Improvement of S&T Education f. Philippine Participation in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study- Repeat (TIMSS-R)
Strengthening Institutional Capabilities a. Project Rescue Initiatives for Science Education (RISE) b. Faculty/Staff Development Program for Teacher Educators of the Regional Science Teaching Centers or RSTCs (Residential Program) c. Alternative Approach to Faculty Development Program (Distance Education) d. Master's Program for Faculty Members of Selected Teacher Education Institutions e. Mobile Information Technology Classroom f. Development of Computer-Based Teaching Modules in Science and Mathematics g. Project Mindanao Upgrading of Science Teachers (MUST)
Promotion of S&T Culture A. Philippine Mathematical Olympiad B. Philippine Physics Olympiad C. Intel Philippine Science Fair D. Philippine Participation in International Competitions in Science and Mathematics such as the International Mathematics Olympiad, Australian Mathematics Competition, Asian Pacific Mathematics E. Philippine Participation in International Competitions in Science and Mathematics such as the International Mathematics Olympiad, Australian Mathematics Competition, Asian Pacific Mathematics F. Olympiad, SEAMEO Mathematics Olympiad, International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) and SEARCC International Software Competition G. National Science Club Month Celebration
- Are there private schools with outstanding science education programs? Identify and compare their science education programs with public science schools.
✓ University of San Jose-Recoletos, Cebu City, Cebu ✓ Silliman University, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental ✓ University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Iloilo ✓ Centro Escolar University, Manila ✓ Far Eastern University, Manila ✓ De La Salle University, Manila ✓ San Pedro College, Davao City, Davao ✓ Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City ✓ University of San Carlos, Cebu City, Cebu ✓ Ateneo de Davao University, Davao City, Davao ✓ University of St. La Salle, Bacolod City, Negros Oriental ✓ St. Louis University, Baguio City, Benguet ✓ Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental ✓ Philippine Christian University, Manila ✓ De La Salle University, Dasmarinas City, Cavite ✓ Adamson University, Manila ✓ Mapua University, Manila ✓ St. Mary's University, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
A private school is autonomous and generates its own funding through various sources like student tuition, private grants and endowments. A public school is government funded and all students attend free of cost.
Some schools have their different way of educating or different way of teaching their students. But the private schools have more complete facilities such as laboratory and more compared to the public schools. It depends on the way of their teaching quality. Because of funding from several sources, private schools may teach above and beyond the standard curriculum, may cater to a specific kind of students (gifted, special needs, specific religion/language) or have an alternative curriculum like art, drama, technology etc. Public schools have to adhere to the curriculum charted out by the district, and cannot deny admission to any child within the residential school zone. There are several preconceived notions regarding private and public schools. Private schools are often assumed to be very expensive, elitist and a better bet for admission to good colleges. Public schools are often thought of as shoddy, less disciplined and low-grade curriculum. This comparison offers a fair insight into both schools for parents to make an informed decision.
- What is your understanding of indigenous science?
My understanding of indigenous science is the science practiced by older civilizations or by the indigenous people. That is science they are applying to their day-to-day lives like in agriculture, medicine and nature.
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- What Science school you want to go to and why?
If I will be given a chance to choose what Science School. I will choose Centro Escolar University, Manila. The School of Science and Technology seeks to develop the logical, creative, and critical thinking skills of its students to improve and enhance their scientific and technological skills, to strengthen their aesthetic and cultural values; and thus, prepare them to become productive and world-class professionals. Ultimately, they will be empowered to contribute to the quality of life of the world.
Students gain understanding of scientific concepts, principles and applications through instruction, research, and community involvement. They are trained in analytical thinking, problem solving, and communication, empowered to make a difference in any work setting, laboratory, school, hospital or corporation. They are oriented and exposed to global issues to prepare them to assume leadership roles in their chosen field.
The School of Science and Technology is committed to be a strong arm of the university in fostering excellence in the pursuit of knowledge while engendering personal integrity and social responsibility. In line with CEU’s mission, the School of Science and Technology seeks for its clientele the following objectives:
To develop scientific, technical and vocational skills with world-class competency
To be empowered with logical, critical, and creative thinking skills;
To appreciate, value, and live out man’s desirable potentialities, and
To become versatile and productive citizens in the global society.
Narrate the science-related issues and problems in the country.
For my own point of view, there are several problems relating to science in our country are the lack of resources. Especially when in terms of technology, insufficient ICT facilities most in public schools. The inability to further experience science outside the textbooks greatly diminishes the impact of building interest in science from our students like me. Having an actual activities and laboratories like seeing cells under a microscope is quite different from just looking at an image. At this stage that we are now facing pandemic, it worsens the situation for the students to go outside have field trips to visit museums or zoos to provide sensory experiences of science. Having a realistic, evidence and actual act of science helps a student to be more attractive in having the idea how science works around him/her.
Identify science and technology policies that could be adapted or implemented in the Philippines. In my own view the science and technology policy that could be adapted or implemented in our country is in policies on internet accessibility. This are very much needed, so that the information is very transparent and accessible. I know that it is ongoing and on process, but I think that I should be implemented and used properly. And also, the Data Privacy of each and every one of us should be secure and must implemented correctly since all of our personal details are now put in a digital record in which have some sensitive information about ourselves that might be use in illegal purposes.
Identify Filipino indigenous knowledge.
Indigenous knowledge can be broadly defined as the knowledge that an indigenous (local) community accumulates over generations of living in a particular environment. Indigenous forestry knowledge systems largely encompass local technologies, innovations, know-how, skills, practices and beliefs uniting local people to conserve forest resources and their cultural values. This knowledge is not limited to know-how, skills, innovations, practices, processes, learning and teaching, but also includes knowledge that is associated with biodiversity, traditional lifestyles and natural resources ➢ predicting weather conditions and seasons using knowledge in observing animals' behavior and celestial bodies ➢ using herbal medicine ➢ preserving foods ➢ classifying plants and animals into families and groups based on cultural properties ➢ preserving and selecting good seeds for planting ➢ using indigenous technology in daily lives ➢ building local imigation systems ➢ classifying different types of soil for planting based on cultural properties; producing wines and juices from tropical fruits ➢ keeping the custom of growing plants and vegetables in the yard.
- Research on the connection of indigenous knowledge to science and technology.
The connection of indigenous knowledge to science and technology has great impact throughout history. Indigenous peoples have been responsible for the development of many technologies and have substantially contributed to science. Indigenous science incorporates traditional knowledge and Indigenous perspectives, while non- Indigenous scientific approaches are commonly recognized as Western science. Together, they contribute substantially to modern science.
Although the value of integrating Indigenous science with Western science has been recognized, we have only begun to scratch the surface of its benefits.
Science Technology Society-02
Course: Science Technology and Society (STS)
University: ICCT Colleges Foundation
