5 Government Policies on Science and Technology in the Philippines

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What is one of the primary goals of the Philippine government's programs and policies on science and technology?

To reduce the country's dependence on foreign technology
To prepare the country and its people for a technologically driven world (correct)
To focus solely on the development of herbal medicine
To prioritize the study of Antarctica using satellite images

What is a key feature of the current K to 12 education program in the Philippines?

Compulsory courses on Philippine history
STEM as one of its major tracks in the senior high school program (correct)
Mandatory foreign language courses
Emphasis on arts and humanities

What type of research is supported by the Philippine government through DOST?

Basic research and patents related to science and technology (correct)
Research on environmental conservation
Research on Philippines' cultural heritage
Only research related to herbal medicine

Which of the following scientists is known for his work on tissue culture in Philippine mangoes?

Ramon Cabanos Barba (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a special program organized in the field of education to develop scientific literacy in the Philippines?

Special science classes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key area of focus in the Philippine government's science and technology policies?

Preparation for a technologically driven world (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the pre-colonial period in the Philippines?

Science and technology were inherently part of daily life (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role did foreign colonizers play in the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

They introduced their own culture and practices, contributing to modernization (D) Signup and view all the answers

What drives the pursuit of programs in science and technology in the Philippines?

International treaties and social needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can be attributed to the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

A combination of foreign influences, national goals, and international treaties (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant outcome of the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

Many Filipinos became scientists and science educators (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial factor in the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

National goals and international treaties (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the accomplishments of the colonial period in the Philippines?

Improving engineering works and health of people (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is shaped by several variables, including national goals, international commitments, and social needs?

The development of policies in science and technology (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of science and technology policies in the Philippines?

To ensure that the whole country and all people will experience the progress that science can bring (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the initiatives of the government in promoting STEM education?

Providing scholarship for undergraduate and graduate studies in the field of science and technology (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of science and technology programs and projects?

To direct all efforts to a goal of developing a scientifically advanced country (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the outcomes of the colonial period in the Philippines?

The exploration and exploitation of mineral resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Government Policies on Science and Technology

The Philippine government introduced programs, projects, and policies to boost science and technology to prepare the country for a technologically driven world.
The goal is to capacitate the people to live in a world driven by science.

Education Initiatives

Special science classes and special science elementary schools were established in different regions to develop scientific literacy.
The K to 12 education program includes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) as one of its major tracks to encourage students to enroll in science-related fields in college.

DOST-Supported Programs

Providing funds for basic research and patents related to science and technology.
Providing scholarship for undergraduate and graduate studies of students in the field of science and technology.

Contributions of Filipino Scientists

Ramon Cabanos Barba: tissue culture in Philippine mangoes.
Josefino Cacas Comiso: observing the characteristics of Antarctica using satellite images.
Jose Bejar Cruz Jr: known internationally in the field of electrical engineering.
Lourdes Cruz: research on sea snail venom.
Jansuy Fabian Dayrit: research on herbal medicine.
Rafael Dineros Guerrero III: notable contributions in the field of science.
Enrique Mapua Ostrea Jr: notable contributions in the field of science.

Historical Development of Science and Technology

Pre-colonial period: people embedded science and technology in their daily life without knowing it.
Colonial period: Spaniards and Americans introduced their own culture and practices, contributing to the modernization of the Philippines.
Post-colonial period: the Philippines continued to pursue programs in science and technology under different administration.

Development of Science and Technology Policies

Policies are shaped by national goals, international commitments, legal frameworks, and social needs.
Policies ensure that the whole country and all people will experience the progress that science can bring.
Policies guide efforts towards developing a scientifically advanced country.

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