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Sorting Through the Web: How to Select Relevant and Accurate Information

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     The WWW or World Wide Web has a lot of information and sources, like A LOT. It can be overwhelming and it's hard to choose the right source because of its wide range of options. I recall being taught how to select the appropriate websites to visit when my group members and I had to create our research for the course project. Since it’s for research, we need credible and reliable information. We were assigned sections to contribute to our research, and that particular groupmate sent their portion. At the time, I was with the group leader, and I noticed that she was unsure of how she would react because the groupmate had sent a Wikipedia source, which was out of date since it had been written in 1900. I don’t know; I forgot. At that point, I was also unsure of how to respond—should I laugh or feel disappointed? Not everyone may know where to go for accurate and relevant information. I learned from that experience that information retrieval on its own is not good enough...

Being a Tech-Savvy: More Than “Just Knowing” Technology

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       "Nobody can escape from the outright need for technology in our daily lives. All of us are so subject to technology that we can't manage without it.". My journey in understanding the world of technology improved as I used it. It all started in computer class. All of the things I have learned from those classes have provided me with skills to use the computer, leading to more room for improvement and exploring other technology-related things. When we think about the word tech-savvy, the first thing that comes into the minds of some is that it is a person who knows how to use a smartphone; however, being tech-savvy means having a good knowledge and understanding of modern technology, particularly computers. Now that we understand what tech-savvy means, let’s dive into the skills and competence that make someone tech-savvy in today’s world, as I relate to each one of them.      First, a tech-savvy person needs their core technical skills. Basic com...

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Making Life Better or Worse?

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      REFELCTION ON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Jose Arnelle Gay R. Millena  | BSN 1-2      In the modern era, returning to old practices involving using paper is impracticable. In school, we students often ask this question in class discussions “Ma’am magsesend ka po ba ng PPT?” (Opens the camera on our phones if our teacher says no). Especially given the ease of technology, 90% of the class would rather have a PPT copy of the lesson than write notes on paper. Technology has influenced every part of our everyday lives, altering the way we interact with the world.       It shifted the way of living and the environment we are in. I lived 18 years of my life using technology, and almost everything I do is assisted by this creation. It amazes me how it evolved through time, from keypad cell phones (I had one of those phones where you can flip them) to touch-screen mobile phones. In this generation, it's impossible to go anywhere—whether in ...

CONCEPT MAPPING: CONCEPTS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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          Information technology encompasses a wide range of technologies designed to make information more accessible. This covers computer technology through the usage of a multi-purpose device known as computer. It accomplishes its goals with the help of hardware, software systems, applications, and data. However, the possibilities of information technology do not end there; it also includes communications technology, which allows us to engage with one another, exchange ideas, socialize, and connect with others all over the world. The internet, network, and servers made this possible. Together, they work to enhance productivity and improve people's lives on both a personal and professional basis. 💟: "Creativity is within us". Here are my insights and ideas about information technology in our ELIE course (including my take on graphics design). I decided to use my favorite color for the color palette :) 💜