e-Learning and Pisay

[Photo Caption: This photo was taken during a meeting held at PSHS on September 13, 2007. Members of PSHS Class of 1977 together with other colleagues discussed a proposed e-Learning project for PSHS. The photo includes Dr. Rafael Saldaña (2nd from left), Dr. Jessamyn Yazon (4th from left), and Mr. Ramon Duremdes (5th from left), all members of PSHS Batch '77.]

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"Electronic learning or E-learning is a general term used to refer to computer-enhanced learning. It is used interchangeably in so many contexts that it is critical to be clear what one means when one speaks of 'eLearning'. In many respects, it is commonly associated with the field of advanced learning technology (ALT), which deals with both the technologies and associated methodologies in learning using networked and/or multimedia technologies." (Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-Learning )

When I was still the director of the Philippine Science High School-Main Campus in Diliman, Quezon City I proposed a 10-point program for the school's development. The 10-pt. program is called "B.E. C.R.E.A.T.I.V.E." and it includes e-Learning.

Recently, my highschool batchmate (PSHS Class of 1977), Mr. Ramon "Mon" Duremdes, Jr. (president of MobileArts, Inc.) proposed an e-Learning project to be adopted by our batch as part of our on-going 30th anniversary projects for PSHS. Last Thursday, 13 September 2007, Mon and I met with Dr. Jessamyn Yazon (also a member of PSHS '77), the OIC Director of PSHS Diliman, and some colleagues to discuss Mon's proposed e-learning project for PSHS (or Pisay).

As the premier science high school (and public high school) in the Philippines, PSHS is tapping various educational tools to ensure that its mission/vision is attained. Aside from our batch, other PSHS batches, particularly Batch '82, are also contributing to the advancement of e-learning in PSHS.

Raffy
The Pisay '77 Blogger
9/16/07