Sarah Magpantay

We had the opportunity to watch the wonderful performance of the third-year students. Their creativity in dancing, acting, and cheerdance truly amazed everyone and made the presentation lively and entertaining. Each group showed confidence, teamwork, and effort in every performance they presented. The energy and passion they gave on stage captured the attention of the audience and made the event more exciting. Watching them perform was both fun and inspiring because it showed their talents and dedication.

Today, we visited Padre Pio Church to pray, reflect, and spend time together. The peaceful surroundings and solemn atmosphere made our visit meaningful and relaxing. We offered our prayers and thanked God for the blessings and guidance in our lives. It was a memorable experience that reminded us to keep our faith strong despite life’s challenges. Our trip to the church brought us peace, happiness, and spiritual inspiration.

Our class worked together in preparing for the tour guide presentation, and each member carefully practiced and prepared their scripts one by one. Everyone put effort into memorizing their lines, improving their delivery, and making their presentation more creative and engaging. As we presented different countries and their literature, we also learned how to speak with confidence and cooperate with our classmates. The preparation process helped us become more responsible and organized because each script played an important role in the success of the presentation. Despite the pressure and nervousness, we enjoyed sharing our assigned parts and learning from one another. This activity not only enhanced our knowledge about world literature and culture but also strengthened our teamwork and communication skills.

My partner and I defended our chosen topic about the ASSURE Model and its role in integrating technology into teaching. During our presentation, our instructor shared valuable insights, suggestions for improvement, and effective strategies that we can apply in our demonstration teaching. The discussion helped us understand how technology can make lessons more engaging and interactive for students. It also enhanced our confidence and knowledge in preparing instructional plans using the ASSURE Model. This experience became a meaningful learning opportunity for both of us.

One of our friends was having a hard time making visual aids because of her heavy workload and busy schedule. As her friends, we decided to help her finish the task. We went to their house to make the visual aids together. Even though their house was far from the school, we did not hesitate to help because we wanted to support our friend. Everyone shared ideas, materials, and effort to make the work easier and more enjoyable. While working, we also laughed, bonded, and encouraged one another.

Saturday feels better with a bowl of lomi. It is the perfect food for a relaxing weekend. Every bite brings comfort and satisfaction. Good food makes simple moments more special. A Saturday lomi craving is always worth it.

In this blog, my partner and I share our experience in creating instructional materials for our lesson plan. We discuss the importance of using creative, interactive, and materials to make teaching more engaging and meaningful for students, especially slow learners. This blog also highlights the process of planning activities, choosing appropriate tools, and designing materials that can help students understand the lesson better while making learning fun and interactive.

"Filming wasn’t easy—finding a place, managing time, and staying patient—but every struggle became part of our story."

For our Philippine Literature subject, we decided on our own to create a filmed project to present our understanding in a more creative way. It wasn’t required, but as a group, we thought it would be a meaningful and engaging way to express our ideas.

The process was not easy. We spent a lot of time planning, assigning roles, and especially finding the right place to film. . We went from one place to another, walking under the heat and adjusting our schedule just to make everything work. It was tiring because we are trying to find a spot where we could record properly and there were moments when we felt stressed and pressured because of time. Despite that, we continued helping each other, staying patient, and doing our best to complete the project.

Even though it was challenging, we continued working together, helping each other, and staying committed to our goal. In the end, all our effort paid off. This experience showed us that learning can go beyond requirements—it can be creative, collaborative, and worth every bit of hard work.

Our family day turned into a joyful and refreshing swimming getaway, made even more special because my auntie finally came back home from Japan. It was a simple celebration, yet full of laughter, stories, and bonding moments that we rarely get to share. We spent the day swimming, eating together, and catching up on everything we missed while she was away. Seeing everyone complete again felt warm and comforting, reminding me how important family time is no matter how busy life gets.

That day wasn’t just about swimming it was about reconnecting and creating new memories. My auntie shared her experiences from Japan, and we listened with excitement and curiosity. As the day ended, I realized that moments like this are truly priceless. It may have been just a small gathering, but it brought so much happiness to all of us.

Today was a meaningful and memorable experience as we were given the responsibility to lead the flag-raising ceremony. It was both exciting and overwhelming because we had to recite the hymns with confidence and perform our dance in front of everyone. But with the guidance of our organization adviser, we became more comfortable and confident as the ceremony went on. Despite the pressure, we worked together and gave our best, making the moment feel fulfilling and special. This experience taught me the value of teamwork, discipline, and having the courage to stand proudly and represent our organization.

I woke up early just to do some household chores. I had to do the laundry and clean the dishes, which took most of my time and energy. By the afternoon, I was already exhausted, but I was still preparing myself for our online class. However, something unexpected happened—our instructor informed us that there was a power interruption at their home. Because of that, our class was canceled, and instead, we were only asked to submit our attendance by sending a screenshot from Google Meet. Even though the class didn’t continue, I still felt drained from everything I had done throughout the day.

Today was one of those days that felt extra long. From the moment I woke up, I already knew it was going to be exhausting. The morning rush, preparing for school, and trying not to be late it all felt like a challenge before the day even properly started.

Classes began, and one after another, lessons kept coming. Some were harder to understand, especially when my mind started to feel tired halfway through the day. There were moments when I just wanted to rest or close my eyes for a while. But I kept reminding myself why I’m here to learn, to grow, and to prepare for the future.

There were also small moments that made the day meaningful. A lesson that suddenly made sense, a teacher explaining something in a way I finally understood, or even a simple laugh with classmates in between classes. Those little things made the long hours feel worth it.

By the afternoon, my energy was almost gone. My head felt heavy, and all I could think about was going home and resting. But despite the exhaustion, I realized something important—I actually learned a lot today. Not just from textbooks, but from experiences, patience, and pushing myself even when I felt tired.

School isn’t always easy. Some days really test your strength and focus. But at the end of the day, it’s not just about how tired you are—it’s about how much you’ve gained.

Today may have been exhausting, but it was also a day full of knowledge. And for that, I’m grateful.

Our online class in Macro Skills was scheduled for six hours on a Friday, and it started as an engaging and interactive session. We actively participated in the discussion, sharing ideas and insights that helped deepen our understanding of the lesson. The class atmosphere was lively, with everyone contributing and staying involved throughout the activity.

However, the session was unexpectedly interrupted and had to stop immediately due to an unforeseen situation. Despite the sudden ending, the experience still highlighted the importance of active participation and adaptability in an online learning environment. It reminded us that even well-planned classes can face challenges, but learning continues beyond those interruptions.

We were given a task to create a role play about online classes. As a group, we came up with the idea of a 4-day work policy where students attend online classes every Friday. In our skit, we showed how students and teachers interact in an online setup and the possible challenges they may experience during the class.

Through this activity, I realized that online learning can lead to problems such as lack of interest and passive participation. By applying Dale’s Cone of Experience, SAMR Model, and Bloom’s Taxonomy, I understood that learning becomes more effective when students are actively engaged. Overall, technology plays an important role in making learning more interactive and meaningful.

Plagiarism is the act of copying someone else’s work, ideas, or words without giving proper credit. It is a serious issue in academics and other fields because it involves dishonesty and lack of originality. When a person presents another’s work as their own, it violates ethical standards and can lead to consequences such as failing grades or loss of credibility.

Through our plagiarism checking activity, I learned how important it is to value originality and honesty in academic work. Working with my partner helped me better understand how to properly create my own ideas and express them in my own words. When I checked her work, the result showed 100% originality, which means that everything she wrote was truly her own. This made me realize that producing original work is possible when you put effort, understanding, and creativity into what you are doing.

The long-running Philippine television show Eat Bulaga! became the center of a legal dispute between its original hosts and creators Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon (TVJ), and the production company Television and Production Exponents, Inc. (TAPE). The controversy arose when TAPE claimed ownership of the show’s title and format after the separation of TVJ from the program in 2023.

TVJ argued that they were the original creators of Eat Bulaga! in 1979, including its title, format, and creative content. They claimed that TAPE’s continued use of the show’s name and format constituted copyright infringement, as well as a form of creative plagiarism, since it involved copying and continuing the use of original intellectual works without proper ownership rights.

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) later ruled that TAPE did not have sufficient proof of authorship or ownership of the “Eat Bulaga” trademark. This decision reinforced the principle that creative works are protected from the moment of creation, and unauthorized use may constitute infringement.

Citations

Republic Act No. 8293. (1997). An Act Prescribing the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines and Establishing the Intellectual Property Office. Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines.

The Office of the Vice President (OVP) on Wednesday denied that the children's book "Isang Kaibigan," which Vice President Sara Duterte authored herself, was plagiarized amid allegations online.

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In a message to reporters, OVP spokesperson Michael Poa said the book has a copyright registration and has been registered since December 2023.

"Wala po (none)," Poa said when asked if there was any act of plagiarism committed.

Netizens have pointed out the resemblance of "Isang Kaibigan" with the graphic novel of American author and artist Andy Runton titled, "Owly Just a Little Blue". Both books feature an owl as a main character, and teaches the value of friendship and kindness.

Duterte's book tells the story of an owl who lost his bird friends when a storm damaged his home. Amid his desolation, a friendly parrot offered to help the owl rebuild his nest, proving that true friends never leave in times of need.

The children's book was launched in November 2023, and is being distributed to some public schools for free.

"Not being sold po ang book. In fact, 'yung nasa proposed budget is just for printing of the actual copies. Hindi po bibilhin ang book. Printing lang po," Poa said.

(The book is not being sold. In fact, we only proposed a budget just for printing of the actual copies. The book is not to be bought. It is just being printed.)

The book caught the attention of the netizens after Duterte and Senator Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday had a heated exchange over the alleged "politicizing" of the OVP's proposed P2.037-billion budget for 2025.

During the budget deliberations, Hontiveros asked the Vice President what the children's book is all about.

However, Duterte did not immediately answer the question, and instead gave an example of how Hontiveros is "politicizing the budget of the government" during the recent Akbayan Congress.

The Vice President also implied that the senator is making a fuss about how the children's book bears Duterte's name as the author, and is being distributed all over the country.

"Madam Chair, this is an example of politicizing the budget hearing through the questions of a senator. Ang problema niya kasi nakalagay 'yung pangalan ko doon sa libro, at 'yung libro na 'yan, ibibigay namin doon sa mga bata at 'yung mga bata na 'yan may mga magulang na boboto at 'yung pangalan ko ay nagkalat doon sa kung saan man ibibigay 'yung libro," Duterte said.

(Her problem is that my name is written in the book and that book we will give it to the children whose parents are voters. My name will be all over the areas where the books will be given.)

Hontiveros, in response, said that she does not appreciate the kind of attitude that Duterte was displaying before the Senate panel.

"Madam Chair, hindi ko maintindihan 'yung ugali ng ating resource person. It is a simple question. Paulit-ulit na this is politicizing. Ang VP ang nagbanggit ng salitang boboto. Wala akong sinabing boboto. I'm simply asking. Hindi ko ma-imagine we're making so much trouble, so much fuss about a P10-million item," she said.

(Madam Chair, I don't understand the attitude of our resource person. It is a simple question. She repeatedly says this is politicizing. The VP mentioned the word vote. I never said anything about voting. I'm simply asking. I can't imagine we're making so much trouble, so much fuss about a P10-million item.

Citations

ABS-CBN News. (2024, August 22).

VP Duterte denies her children’s book was copied from US author. ABS-CBN News.

https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/8/21/vp-duterte-denies-her-children-s-book-was-copied-from-us-author-004

PhilSTAR Life. (2024, August 22).

Sara Duterte addresses plagiarism accusations surrounding her children’s book ‘Isang Kaibigan’. PhilSTAR Life.