1. Description of Our Community
Described by Gregorio F. Zaide, - a noted Filipino historian, - as a “jade rosary that dots the Pacific”, the Philippines is an archipelago located between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea. It is bounded by Vietnam in the east with Sabah and Borneo in the north. Spanning 1,900 kilometers from north to south and 1,110 kilometers from east to west, it has a total land area of 299,000 square kilometers. The Philippines with its three main islands is considered the third English-speaking country in the world. Up north locates Luzon, then a cluster of smaller islands lie in the middle– the Visayas and considered as the second largest, there is Mindanao down south. Like the rest of the country, Mindanao is not only noted for its rich biodiversity which is the envy of everyone but also its mix of culture. That blend of ethnic minorities and the lumads to the predominantly Christian topography which resulted to people cohabitaling harmoniously. Color and pageantry characterize the provinces of the Zamboanga Peninsula, conjuring exotic images of mosques and colorful vinta sails, flowers and fruits in abundance, ladies clad in brilliant jewel-colored malongs and remnants of a rich southern heritage. This is the and of tribal diversity: the peace-loving Yakan, the proud Tausog, the seafaring Samal, the Badjao sea nomads and the river-dwelling Subanos. What is collectively known as Region IX, it is composed of 3 provinces (Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay and Zamboanga del Norte) and 5 cities (Isabela, Pagadian, Zamboanga and the twin cities of Dapitan and Dipolog). Also known as the Orchid City, Dipolog is ZamboNorte’s capital. Parks and historical landmarks make Dipolog City an interesting stroll. Starting with Magsaysay Park in the heart of the city to the wide expanse of the city boulevard, the cross at Punta Corro and the Holy Rosary Cathedral. Climb up the 3,003 steps of Linabo Peak, the highest point of the city, for a breathtaking view of Dipolog and its neighbor Dapitan. Drive out to Cogon Eco-Park and Pamansalan Forest Park, trek to the twin falls of Sungkilaw or frolic in the waters of Sicayab and Galas. Individuals from all over the world who dig both natural and man-made attractions, willing to experience and be surprised with pleasant discoveries are the primary clients of this website.
2. Summary of Our Project
The project exploits the mystery and beauty that is Dipolog City. It invites people especially those not from the place to come and visit the city. It entices them to experience and enjoy its natural scenery and marvel at its man-made structures. Learn about the place, get acquainted with its history and immerse in its culture. The project also encourages young Dipolognons who dream and long for places unfamiliar yet do not fully know the place of their origin. Who cannot even describe nor talk about the city where they came from. This project believes that one must explore its own locale first before expanding its horizon.
3. Our Computer and Internet Access
A. Percentage of students using the Internet at home:less than 20
B. Number of workstations with Internet access in the classroom:none
C. Connection speed used in the classroom:not sure
D. Number of years our classroom has been connected to the Internet:2-3
4. Problems We Had To Overcome
The project exploits the mystery and beauty that is Dipolog City. It invites people especially those not from the place to come and visit the city. It entices them to experience and enjoy its natural scenery and marvel at its man-made structures. Learn about the place, get acquainted with its history and immerse in its culture. The project also encourages young Dipolognons who dream and long for places unfamiliar yet do not fully know the place of their origin. Who cannot even describe nor talk about the city where they came from. This project believes that one must explore its own locale first before expanding its horizon.
3. Our computer and Internet Access Percentage of students using Internet at home: Number of Workstations with Internet access in the classroom: None Connection speed used in the classroom: Not applicable Number of year our classroom has been connected to the Internet: 2 years (2003-2004)
4. Problems we had to Overcome Since the project demands internet connection, which unfortunately our school do not have, we need to do it at the homes of classmates with interconnectivity. This posed a problem because we need to make a hard copy for our teacher to edit it and proofread, come back to work on the corrections, present it to him again until he is satisfied. It required shutting to and for which wastes so much time. To think we had to do it only on weekends so that it wont interfere with our regular academic tasks. We were always running after every tick of the clock.
5. Our Project Sound Bite
UNITED, WE CAN CONQUER ALL ODDS!
6. How did your activities and research for this CyberFair Project support standards, required coursework and curriculum standards?
Cooperation was the most practiced thing during the creation of the project. Students learn to have teamwork, breaking down large chunks of duties into smaller and easier tasks, faster yet more effective way of creating a project. During the project creation, internet was not actually of very much help because connection in our school was unstable. Instead of the faster internet way of searching information, the tradional interviews and manual research was done by students thus, giving them more chance of developing talents unto things which require teamwork and cooperation.
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