Challenges of k to 12 program
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This document announces a seminar that will discuss the challenges facing libraries and information specialists with the implementation of K-12 in the Philippines. The seminar aims to help participants understand the background and opportunities of K-12, identify the challenges faced by libraries under this new system, and learn from research presentations. The event is organized by the Universidad de Zamboanga Libraries and Information Centre in partnership with the Philippine Librarians Association Inc.-Zamboanga Peninsula Region Librarians Council. It will include keynote speeches, paper presentations, and a general assembly over two days. The target attendees are librarians, information specialists, and other education professionals.
Challenges of k to 12 program
- 1. Rationale Libraries are the keepers of knowledge and the gateway to learning, research and development. As the society becomes more dynamic, libraries are also looking for ways to meet the information needs of the society. Libraries commence transforming from a paradigm shift of paper to electronic or digital information. It is the main goal of the academic library to support the curriculum of its institution,and therefore the library must be well-equippedwith the new transitions on the educational systems of the Philippines to address the challenges and issues faced by the librarians, as well as to meet the changing needs of the library customers. Likewise, the Philippine educational systems have tremendously transformedits national curriculum from basic education to higher education to achieve quality education for the Filipino students. K+12 was currently adopted and implemented in the Philippines where the goals of this program is to provide sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong learners, and prepare graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship (Republic of the Philippines Official Gazette, 2012). With regards to the K+12 goals, a library therefore adheres and supports these goals by providing quality resources and services for quality education. The aim of these events is to determine the role of the Library and Information Specialists towards the K to 12. Objectives: At the end of the Seminar, Paper Presentations and General Assembly the participants will be able to: 1. determine the background and opportunities of K to 12; 2. identify the challenges and issues of library and information specialists in K to 12; 3. know the findings of the researches undertaken on the paper presentation and apply some of the recommendations; and 4. acquaint and be part of the general assembly. Who should attend? Librarians and Information Specialists, Teacher-Librarians, Library Personnel, Teachers of Library Science, and School Administrators in both private and government schools, colleges, and universities. Participants will receive: Seminar kit with handouts, Certificate of Attendance and Participation. Free meals and snacks for 2 days. Registration Fee: Php 2,300.00 Arturo Eustaquio Libraries and Information Centre Universidad de Zamboanga in partnership with PHILIPPINE LIBRARIANS ASSOCIATION INC.- ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA REGION LIBRARIANS COUNCIL (PLAI-ZAMPEN) presents A Seminar-Workshop, Paper Presentations and General Assembly “Challenges of Library and Information Specialists in K to 12” October 22-23, 2014 (Wednesday & Thursday) UNIVERSIDAD DE ZAMBOANGA AUDITORIUM Canelar St. , Zamboanga City This serves as an Invitation 12 To
- 2. PROGRAMME Day 1: General Assembly & Seminar 7:00 AM Registration 8:00 AM Opening Ceremonies Invocation National Anthem Zamboanga Hermosa UZ Hymn Welcome Message Bashiruddin A. Ajihil, Ed. D. UZ-VPAA Opening Remarks Ms. Mila M. Lacson President ,PLAI-ZamPen Introduction of the Participants Ms. Madelyn F. Candido Secretary,PLAI-ZamPen Intermission Number Introduction of the Keynote Speaker Ms. Shirley T. Handumon Chief Librarian, AELIC - UZ Keynote Speech Amelinda D. Montero, D. M. Dean, SEAS /K+12 Project Coordinator, Universidad de Zamboanga, Zamboanga City 10:00 AM PLAI-ZamPen Election Proper 11:30 AM Presentation of the Newly Elected PLAI-ZamPen Officers Picture taking 12:00NN LUNCH B R E A K Day 1: Seminar Proper 1:00 PM Introduction of Resource Speaker Ms. Josephina B. Malindog PRO, PLAI-ZamPen 1:20 PM “K to 12: Background and Opportunities” Resource Speaker: Mrs. Elnora R. Perez High School Principal Pilar College, Zamboanga City 3:00 PM Health Break 3:30PM Open Forum 4:30PM End of day 1 Day 2: Seminar, Paper Presentation, Induction of Newly Elected Officers 8:00 AM Introduction of Resource Speaker Ms. Josephina B. Malindog PRO, PLAI-ZamPen 8:20 AM “Challenges and Issues of Library & Information Specialists in K to 12” Resource Speaker: Ms. Angelita A. Bisares Head Librarian and BLIS Program Head PLAI-NBOT 2013-14 Holy Cross College, Davao City Intermission Number 10:00 AM A Paper Presentation on “Teaching Faculty and Librarians Collaboration in Support of Curricular Programs & Instructions” Madelyn F. Candido, Ph. D. Head, Readers’ Services AELIC, Universidad de Zamboanga Zamboanga City 11:00 AM Health Break 11:30 AM Open Forum 12:00 NN L U N C H B R E A K 1:15PM Ice breaker 1:30PM Paper Presentation on “PLAI Programs: its Advocacy to Librarianship” Mr. Benhur A. Asid University Librarian Western Mindanao State University Zamboanga City 3:00PM Health Break 3:30PM Open Forum 4:00PM Induction of the Newly Elected PLAI - ZamPen Officers 4:30PM Closing Ceremony Ms. Carmelita T. Agustin Vice President–PLAI-Zampen Distribution of Certificates Ms. Elisa L. Montecillo Activity Facilitator