“LIVE YOUR DREAM”

“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going”- BEVERLY STILLS (NAME: DANIEL PRINZE M. NITURA)

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"MODULE 2. ICT AS A PLATFORM FOR CHANGE"

What advantages does the creation of social media offer citizens to developing countries?

The advantages the creation of social media offers citizens in developing countries:

Individuals or citizens in developing countries can participate in e-conversations through social media, where they can access awareness to offer humanitarian aid, funding, and medical support to the economy to be more visible to the rest of the world.

Social Media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tumblr; all provide a voice and insight into what's happening.

Should international policymakers and organizations concerned with economic development and human rights embrace social media as tools for achieving those ends? How should media fit into the broader context of ICT?

Yes, it advocates for a broader definition of meaningful use and challenges policymakers and international development organizations to consider the Internet's capacity to empower individuals in developing countries. In particular, the popularity and the generative nature of social media empowered individuals in developing nations to combat some of the main obstacles to bridging the digital divide. Furthermore, social media empowered individuals to express themselves, which in many cases has meant that individuals can make known the human rights abuses that they suffer from in their nation. ICT and social media are conceptually different. But social media fit into the broader context of ICT in that they are intertwined and inextricably connected and converge when mobilized as resources for or employed as means of social change, a process that entails altering social patterns of a society, whichever can involve economic development and political progress.

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"Why did I choose the STEM strand?"

STEM is an approach to learning and development that integrates the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in K12. Of all strands in Senior High School, I have chosen the Stem strand since it gave me the spotlight in deciding on my dream job, which is Nursing. However, this STEM strand is a high expectation for students where time management needs to improve. STEM is well known for its difficulty in doing countless tasks, both minor and major subjects. In short, choosing STEM is highly doubtful for being one of the most challenging strands.

As a STEM student, I struggled with many tasks that I could not handle, particularly time management in school work and family time. Moreover, I am having difficulty taking care of myself due to this problem, and I am aware that it takes time to adjust to cope with it. Being a STEM student is one of the most stressful aspects of my life since many people have high expectations of me, and I am afraid of disappointing myself and others. Many of us STEM students are dealing with this problem. We work hard to complete all our schoolwork on time to exceed their expectations.

Despite all the struggles, the motivation and support from my family serve as a significant reason to continue and not give up. Being a STEM student made me realize that failure is a part of life and does not define us. Additionally, everything happens for a reason, and every struggle deserves perseverance to achieve goals and ambition in life. Throughout the challenges in STEM, I have learned and gained education growth. In choosing STEM, this strand tested what a capable one can aid in by teaching critical life skills, such as Interdisciplinary Skills, Critical Thinking, Soft Skills, and Problem Solving, which STEM is the one that will change my life.