EMPOWERMENT

TECHNOLOGY

Prepared By: Maria Eloiza Tomaquin

ICT AS A
PLATFORM
FOR CHANGE
THE POWER
OF SOCIAL MEDIA
• What is advocacy?
It is a way of expressing views, opinions, concerns
information access and on establishing to all one’s rights and
responsibilities through any possible means or ways.

• What is social media?

According to TechTarget network, as posted by Margaret
Rouse, it is a collective term for website applications which
focus on community-based input, communication,
interaction, content-sharing and collaboration.
GLOBAL DIGITAL
DIVIDES
It describes the unequal distribution of information
and communication technology across nations,
commonly described as the “gap between
information haves and have not”.

The global digital divide is the gap in access to

information and computing resources, such as the
internet, between developed and developing
countries. It can also refer to the inequality of access
to services and goods made available by technology.
THE ROLE OF ICT
IN HISTORY
EDSA I (PEOPLE POWER REVOLUTION)
The People Power Revolution lasted from 1983 to 1986.
During a radio broadcast of Radyo Veritas, Cardinal Sin
encouraged the Filipinos to help end the regime of then
President Ferdinand Marcos. A major protest took place
along EDSA from February 22 to 25, 1986 involving two
million Filipinos from different regions and sectors.

The radio broadcast helped to change the course of history.

Without it, Filipinos would not have been moved into
action.
THE ROLE OF ICT
IN HISTORY
EDSA II
This was also known as the 2001 EDSA Revolution
which happened during January 17 to 21, 2001. It
was fueled after 11 prosecutors of then President
Joseph Estrada walked out in the impeachment
trial.
As a result, the crowd in EDSA grew over the course
of few days through text brigades. Like the first
People Power Revolution, Edsa Dos would not have
been successful without the text brigades.
THE ROLE OF ICT
IN HISTORY
MILLION PEOPLE MARCH
This was a series of protest that mainly took place in Luneta
Park from August 22 to 26, 2013. There were also several
demonstrations that happened in key cities in the
Philippines and some locations overseas. It condemned the
misuse of the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF).

it was still considered a success as it clearly demonstrated

how powerful social media campaigns are. The organizers
and promoters of the Million People March used Facebook
and Change.org as their mediums.
THE ROLE OF ICT
IN HISTORY
YOLANDA PEOPLE FINDER
Recent storms in the Philippine history gave birth
to the people finder database powered by
Google. During typhoon Yolanda, the people
finder was a vital tool for people across the globe
to track the situation of their relatives.
PLATFORM FOR
PLACING PETITIONS
OR CHANGE ADVOCACY

Change.org is dubbed as the “world’s platform for change” where anyone

from the online community can create a petition and ask others to sign it.

Change.org gives access to more people by allowing the online

community to affix their digital signatures on a petition. Its mission is to
help people from around the world create the change they want to see.
PROCEDURE ON HOW TO
MAKE A SIMPLE PETITION
USING CHANGE.ORG PLATFORM
1. Log in first using your account and the search and click
the word “petition”
2. Select a topic of what kind of issue are you petitioning
on?
3. Write your petition title on the box.
4. Choose the recipient(s) of your petition. It can be
people or organizations which has the power to solve your
problem.
5. State your problem that you would like to solve
6. Upload a photo or video that captures the emotions of
your story; and
7. Then lastly click the word publish
DIGITAL
CITIZENSHIP
It refers to the utilization of information
technology (IT) in order to engage in society,
politics, and government.

WHAT IS A DIGITAL CITIZEN?

K. Mossberger, et al. define digital citizens as
"those who use the Internet regularly and
effectively".
PRINCIPLES OF
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
PRINCIPLE 1: ENGAGE POSITIVELY

• Respect the rights of others to participate • Don't respond to hurtful or nasty

and have an opinion comments — block and report
• ask before tagging other people or cyberbullying
posting photos • Speak to your parents or trusted adult
• report offensive or illegal content about upsetting online experiences
• stand up and speak out about • report threats of violence to the police
cyberbullying — protect your friends (collect the evidence to show them)
PRINCIPLES OF
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
PRINCIPLE 2: KNOW YOUR ONLINE WORLD
• Learn how new skills will help you explore • Use secure websites for financial and
the online world retail services
• Recognize online risks and how to • keep passwords secret, strong and
manage them unique
• Look out for suspicious emails and scams • know how to report bullying behavior on
social media sites
PRINCIPLES OF
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
PRINCIPLE 3: CHOOSE CONCIOUSLY
• Choose privacy and security settings • If you have made a mistake apologize and
carefully and check them regularly take down offensive material as soon as
• Choose friends wisely online — not possible
everybody online is who they claim to be, • Ask for permission before uploading
regularly review your connections and pictures of your friends.
remove people
 NINE ELEMENTS
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
 1. Digital Access
is the equitable distribution of technology and
not only understanding who has access to
technology, but the limitations and consequences
to those who have limited access to technology.

2. Digital Commerce
is the buying and selling of goods. This principle
focuses on making safe and informed decisions
when purchasing or downloading materials
online.
 3. Digital Communication
is understanding the different modes and
mediums of digital technology and when to
appropriately use them. For example,
understanding when sending an email is
appropriate versus sending a text message.

4. Digital Etiquette
is understanding appropriate code of conduct
and procedures when using mobile devices. It
extends beyond recognizing bad behavior in that
it actively encourages appropriate and
responsible behavior online.
 5. Digital Literary or Fluency
is the process of understanding technology, how
to use it in its many forms, and how to adapt
when new technologies are introduced. It also
extends to internet usage and how to effectively
search and evaluate information online.

6. Digital Health & Welfare

is maintaining sound technological practices to
promote physical and psychological wellness.
Practicing eye safety and ergonomics, and
balancing screen time and technology usage are all
related to this important principle.
 7. Digital Law
is understanding and complying with online rules
and policies, and how to use technology ethically.
Digital law is broad and covers topics from spam
to cyberbullying.

8. Digital Rights & Responsibility

are the freedoms that extend to everyone online.
Examples of this include right to privacy and free
speech.
9. Digital Security & Privacy
are electronic precautions to
bolster online safety. Secure
passwords, not sharing
passwords, backing up data, and
antivirus protection are all
examples of this principle.
ASSESSMENT
PART 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Directions: Read the statements carefully and write the letter of the correct answer.

1. What is one advantage that social media offers to citizens of developing

nations?

A) Decreased access to information due to lack of internet source

B) Limited educational resources for students in public schools
C) Enhanced access to mobile health and financial services
D) Reduced opportunities for political freedom of expression
2. Why should international policymakers embrace social media for economic
development and human rights?

A) It limits grassroots mobilization or political campaign mobilization

B) It decreases transparency and accountability from the government
C) It increases reach and engagement to people from around the world
D) It restricts information dissemination and freedom of speech

3. Which of the following is a challenge associated with the use of social media in
advocacy?

A) Enhanced data collection

B) Spread of lis and misinformation
C) Increased political campaign support
D) Improved access to financial services
4. What is the definition of advocacy as described in the lesson?

A) A method for selling products online

B) Expressing views and promoting rights through various means
C) A way to restrict information access
D) A tool for creating social media profiles

5. How is social media defined according to Margaret Rouse from TechTarget?

A) Platforms for private communication and encrypted messages

B) Website applications focusing on community input and content-sharing
C) Tools exclusively for businesses to advertise goods and services
D) Traditional media outlets like newspapers, radio stations, and television
6. What does the term "Global Digital Divide" refer to?

A) The gap between different social media platforms

B) Unequal distribution of ICT across countries and nations
C) The difference between online and offline communities
D) The separation between digital and analog technologies

7. Which historical event in the Philippines was significantly influenced by ICT

through a radio broadcast?

A) EDSA II
B) Yolanda People Finder
C) Million People March
D) EDSA I
8. What role did text brigades play in the 2001 EDSA Revolution (EDSA II)?

A) They organized door-to-door petitions

B) They spread misinformation to confuse protesters
C) They helped grow the crowd through social media coordination
D) They provided financial support to the movement and to the people involve

9. During Typhoon Yolanda, what technological tool was used to help people track
their relatives?

A) Change.org petitions that were created by concerned citizens

B) Facebook groups created by non-government organizations
C) Yolanda People Finder powered by Google
D) Twitter hashtags popularized by influencers
10. What is Change.org primarily used for?

A) Selling products and services online

B) Creating and signing online petitions
C) Streaming live videos for campaigns
D) Hosting social networking profiles

11. Which of the following is a principle of digital citizenship mentioned in the

lesson?

A) Ignore cyberbullying and cyberstalking

B) Share all personal information freely
C) Engage positively and respect others
D) Avoid reporting offensive content online
12. What should digital citizens do to manage online risks?

A) Use weak and common passwords

B) Share suspicious emails with friends and enemies
C) Recognize and manage online risks effectively
D) Ignore security settings and privacy concerns

13. What is a key aspect of "Choosing Consciously" as a principle of digital

citizenship?

A) Accepting all friend requests without verification

B) Choosing privacy and security settings carefully
C) Posting without considering the content or platform
D) Ignoring online connections as they are not really harmful
14. Which social media platforms were used to successfully organize the Million
People March in the Philippines?

A) Twitter and Instagram

B) LinkedIn and Snapchat
C) Facebook and Change.org
D) TikTok and Pinterest

15. What is one-way social media can be used to achieve political goals in
developing nations?

A) By limiting access to information and latest news/updates

B) By raising public awareness and influencing policy decisions
C) By reducing transparency in leadership and governance
D) By restricting citizen expression and freedom of information
PART 2: ENUMERATION
Directions: Enumerate five out of the nine elements of digital
citizenship.

1._____________________________
2.______________________________
3.______________________________
4.______________________________
5.______________________________
ASSIGNMENT: PART 1
THE TWO FACES OF
SOCIAL MEDIA
Directions: Using the illustration
below, write/draw your ideas about
the two faces of social platforms.
(Good & Bad)
ASSIGNMENT: PART 2
Directions: Research on current events or issues in the Philippines on which have
been the center of controversy and may have been tagged as “Fake News”. Discuss
why these issues have been created to create false information and what types of
social media and Digital Platform were used. Write your answer on a short bond
paper to be submitted next meeting.

“Fake news is a type of yellow journalism or propaganda that consists of deliberate

misinformation or hoaxes spread via traditional print and broadcast news media or
online social media.”