This is the Waldorf School of the Peninsula, one of around 160 Waldorf schools in the country that subscribe to a teaching philosophy focused on physical activity and learning through creative, hands-on tasks. Those who endorse this approach say computers inhibit creative thinking, movement, human interaction and attention spans.
by Matt Ritchel in New York Times
The Philippine solar car Sikat II crossed the finish line of the 2011 World Solar Challenge in Adelaide, Australia, at around 11:40 a.m. (Philippine time), completing its grueling 3,000-km sojourn across the Outback. DepEd Sec greets the team at the finish line in Adelaide.
Read during the Diaspora to Development Global Summit organized by the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) from September 27 to 29, 2011, Vladimir James “VJ” Manuel represents many Filipinos and families joining the Philippine global diapora.
VJ shares his and his familiy’s personal struggles and transitions as migrants. His experiences allowed him to work hard empowering himself and the Filipino communities he came to know and grow, being the best Filipino he could and can be.
Senator Edgardo J. Angara urged the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to direct their research projects toward solving key challenges facing the country today, such as disaster mitigation and food security. Angara called for a more relevant DOST during a discussion forum today hosted by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) and the DOST.
Good news for those who still have not bought tickets to the upcoming PhilDev Forum! The early bird registration has been extended until October 31, 2011.
Grab this chance to get discounted tickets to the forum of the year, entitled "Accessing the Global Markets through Science and Technology: Innovations in Education Summit." Get the chance to hear top Cabinet officials, education advocates, CEOs, high profile philanthropists discuss the dynamics of technology and education and the challenges - as well as opportunities - of integrating these two in this fast-changing environment.
MANILA, Philippines — To boost the country’s drive for growth and global competitiveness, the higher educational system in the Philippines needs to be more responsive to labor market demands and the economy and address skill gaps, improve the quality of higher education graduates, and increasing research relevant to economic needs in a few universities or departments, a World Bank report suggested.
Senator Edgardo J. Angara has proposed the creation of innovation clusters for state universities and colleges (SUC's) in order to boost their capacity for research and development (R&D) and make the fruits of this research available to more people.
Senator Edgardo J. Angara is encouraging high school students to apply for scholarships with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to deepen the country's pool of S&T professionals. Angara, Chair of the Senate Committee on Science and Technology, made the statement after the Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) has set the nationwide deadline for applications for the scholarships on October 21.
Senator Edgardo J. Angara has recommended the allocation of P50 million from the Commission on Higher Education's (CHED) proposed 2012 budget of P2.207 billion to support the immediate implementation of five innovation clusters. Angara, Chair of the Senate Committee on Education, Arts and Culture, made the proposal during the budget hearing of the CHED and the State Universities and Colleges (SUC's) yesterday.
After laying the groundwork in its previous forums, the Philippine Development Foundation continues the discussion on the pursuit of global competitiveness through scientific and technologic innovation and entrepreneurship. The current symposium will focus on education, which may be said to be the seedbed for the growth of future innovators and entrepreneurs. Invited speakers include top Cabinet officials, leading education advocates, renowned corporations and high profile philanthropists, who will touch on the latest advances in education designed to combat poverty and to stimulate economic growth.
