Distance Learning as The New Normal

 

            

https://www.viewsonic.com/library/education/what-is-distance-learning-and-why-is-it-so-important/

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected a big part of our lives as a student. One of the factors that it affects is our education. A lot of safety measures are implemented and it includes social distancing. For us not to get the virus while studying, the department of education decided to do distance learning. Online and modular classes are the new normal education of the students in the Philippines this pandemic.

This type of education was very new to everyone. Some agreed, some didn't, but most students were overwhelmed. To access activities and such, students need to have a phone, a tablet or a laptop, but not everyone can afford it. Some student didn't have a phone; tablet or laptop which has become their problem, if not having a phone the other students doesn’t have internet connection or data. Students submit their activities by passing it online or by parents bringing it to the school. A lot of students were pressured and some parents were worried for there is news about a student who committed suicide after their teacher rejected their unfinished module. Every student’s mental health became bad or it became worse. Even though COVID-19 has disrupted education by forcing school closures and impacting the lives of children, leaders still do not seem to recognize the important role that education plays in our society.

Education is a long-term investment which will repay our societies in the future. We need critical thinking and innovation in order for the youth today to be ready to face the challenges of the near future. This pandemic is an obstacle we need to take down, for us to have a better life. Education has been there ever since we were young and little, expanding our knowledge for us to be a great and wiser person. Now more than ever we need to recognize that education is the basis of the achievement of a fair, sustainable, and resilient society.

 

Sources used:

https://www.one.org/international/blog/quality-education-covid-19/

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1346453/students-overwhelmed-by-tasks-under-new-normal-way-of-learning

 

Scars of a Country

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                                    Every country faces a lot of challenges. And as for the Philippines, it also faces hardships. It may concern our health, the politics, or the country itself. And as the saying goes “Sometimes you have to go through darkness to get to the light.” Being strong and overcoming hardships are one of the greatest things in life.

 

                                       Right now one of the challenges faced by our country is the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now we are a country that is struggling to keep its economy afloat. Families are worried about their lives and their living and there are a lot of anxious citizens. Distancing apart and quarantine have been the new normal. And because of this, people have no choice but to stay at home. The pandemic is indeed a battle for everyone, a lot suffered and died. But the pandemic is not the only challenge that the Philippines have faced. There is also poverty and natural calamities. The Philippines often experience calamities and disasters but despite that, most people remain positive for they are immune on such circumstances. Well maybe other survivors are able to cope up, others might feel anxious and might react negatively. And this might lead to mental health problems. Talking about mental health, the mental health of people became worse during this pandemic. The pandemic itself, social isolation, and general fear and uncertainty have majorly affected the mental health of everyone. A lot are stressed, anxious, and depressed, and due to the lock downs during this pandemic, the employment rate hovered around 5% but it worsened as time goes by. And as a result of increased unemployment the poverty has risen.

 

                                       With some of these challenges faced by the Philippines, let us hope to solve all of them. With the right leader leading the country, everything will settle on its right place. Let us be strong and brave. Let us help our country to be better and more prosperous than ever. A country that will be admired by everyone and a home to each and every Filipino.

 

Sources used:

https://bulsu.edu.ph/research/university-research-office/research-publications/2/perception-resiliency-and-coping-strategies-of-filipinos-amidst-disasters

https://borgenproject.org/impact-of-covid-19-on-poverty-in-the-philippines/

http://www.picturequotes.com/sometimes-you-have-to-go-through-darkness-to-get-to-the-light-

 

Pride Of The President That Kills

 

       

https://nypost.com/2020/12/04/philippines-police-threaten-social-distancing-violators-with-caning/

            Good Day Mr. President! Back then I really liked you as our President, because the people around me cheered you up and supported you. But as I grow up, things kind of change. A lot of things happened and they are either good or bad. Last year a pandemic happened, where millions of lives were ruined. And I think you have forgotten your duty as the President.

             The pandemic, which you failed to manage, was killing a lot of people. The budget that you have, millions and billions, but the situation from the start till now didn't even change. Mr. President, you have abandoned us. Giving us little cash aid to test, isolate, and treat COVID-19 surges. I saw a lot of people who died and suffered a lot. Not only the patients suffered, but also a of the front liners. Everyone is having a hard time, mentally and physically.

             Mr. President, please listen to us. Enough with politics of division. Let me ask you sir, are you really okay to live in a failing country? Your pride is killing us. Please stop killing us.

 

https://www.forbes.com/profile/rodrigo-duterte/

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 sources used:

 https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/opinion-president-duterte-has-abandoned-us

 

The Big World and Myslef

         The world is so big and is filled with different creatures, but we all know human is the most superior in all the creatures. And being a part of this world gives me joy for I have the opportunity to experience this so called life. Having the opportunity to have friends and a loving family. Being able to do things your own way, while building yourself from the experiences. And by being 'myself' in a big big world.

          I am Beatrice Syrel Frio. I am fifteen years old and the first of the three children in the family. I have a younger sister and a younger brother, and no words can describe my adoration to those two. I love them so much and I treasure them, though sometimes they can be quite annoying. I am currently in 10th grade and I am studying at Ilocos Sur National High School. I still couldn't think of any course that I would like to get after I finish high school, and that kinds of worry me, but that doesn't stop me from studying hard. My hobbies include listening to music, reading and drawing. Ever since the pandemic happened, I started to improve my drawing skills and decided to focus on myself more. I am not an outgoing person and I only have a few friends. Friendship and family mean a lot to me, they make me strong and they give me inspirations. I can say that I am a positive person, since I always look at the goodness and kindness of everyone. Although everyone is different in their own way, I try my best to be humble and kind regardless of their age, gender, sexuality and race.

        I am happy for who I am because I know that all of us are unique in our own way. We are all deserving of love and respect. Also treasure the people around you and cherish them. Make yourself happy, away from toxic and negative things. And lastly, I will do everything to make my family proud, and that is why I work hard to achieve my goals with a smile on my face.