Information Literacy(Lab)

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

For me, knowledge is power because it is the most powerful, influential, and potent factor of humans. It holds more power than physical strength because knowledge is above everything. Through knowledge, we are able to make informed, careful, and wise decisions. Knowledge does not only limit to the information we gain from books for it comes from our own experiences.Unlike our physical strength, there is no end to knowledge. There is no limit to what a person can learn. The more knowledge we have, the more educated we get, the more power we contain in solving bigger problems.

IMPORTANCE OF GIVING CREDIT TO THE SOURCE OF ONE’S WORK

It is very important to acknowledge or give credit to the source of one’s work. This is because it is simply a sign of respect to the creator of the idea or the work itself. If one doesn’t give credit to the source of a work he just copied, it can be implied that he claims to be the creator or the owner of the work which would mean that he is stealing the idea or the work, even if he doesn’t have any intentions in doing so. This then has corresponding legal implications pertaining to copyright. In addition, acknowledging the author of an idea or a work would improve the credibility of one’s own work.

ACADEMIC TRIP

You were tasked to plan an academic trip. List pertinent information on two possible destinations (somewhere in the country or abroad).

SAMPLE DATA	PLAN A	PLAN B
Place/ Location/ Destination	The Mind Museum JY Campos Park 3rd Avenue Bonifacio Global City Taguig City, Philippines 1634 (https://fieldtripboy.com/)	Manila Ocean Park 1000, Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila (https://fieldtripboy.com/)
Activity/ Schedule	Open only from Tuesdays to Sundays 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Over 250 interactive exhibits 3D Theaters Planetarium Shows Experiment Demonstrations Themed Galleries Planet Story Exhibition(every hour from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibition(every 1 hour and 30 minutes from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) (https://www.themindmuseum.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit#operations-schedule)	Park Hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sharks and Rays Encounter(10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Mermaid Swim Experience(10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM) Oceanarium(Monday to Friday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 8:PM) Trails to Antartica(Monday to Friday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 8:PM) Aquanaut Voyage(10:00 AM, 12:00 NN, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM) The Barnyard(10:30 AM – 6:00 PM) Jellies Exhibit(Weekdays 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Fish Spa(Weekdays 10:00 Am – 7:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Symphony Evening Show(6:30 Pm – 7:00 PM) Sea Lion Show(11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM) All Star Bird Show(1:15 PM, 4:15 PM) Back of the House(Weekdays 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Penguin Talk Show(Weekdays 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Birds of Prey Kingdom(10:30 AM) World of Creepy Crawlies(Weekdays 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) The Birdhouse(10:30 AM) Augmented Reality Encounter(Weekdays 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM) Amazing Stories of Yexel’s Museum(Weekdays 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Weekends and Holidays 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM) (https://www.manilaoceanpark.com/attractions-and-encounters)
Best time to visit/ Length of vacation	Science Film Festival(November 7 – December 15) Markerspace Pilipinas Superscience Saturdays(November 4 & 18 and December 2 & 16) Wild Conversations(November 12, 19, and 26) Awesome Astronomy(November 5, 12, and 26) Summer Break (https://www.themindmuseum.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit#operations-schedule)	Summer Break Christmas Vacation Holidays (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g298573-d1137283-Reviews-Manila_Ocean_Park-Manila_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)
Transportation	Private Vehicles(Fuel – approximately Php 200 from any of the entry points) Bonifacio Global City (BGC) has four main entry points: Lawton Avenue, McKinley Road, Kalayaan Avenue, and C5. Lawton Avenue Drive down Lawton Avenue as it widens to become 5th Avenue, crossing McKinley Parkway. Cross 26th Street, and turn left onto 28th Street. Turn right onto 3rd Avenue. You will see the museum to your left. Turn right onto 30th Street and turn left onto Rizal Drive to access the passenger drop off point. McKinley Road Turn left onto 5th Avenue at the stop light of McKinley Parkway. Cross 26th Street, and turn left onto 28th Street. Turn right onto 3rd Avenue. You will see the museum to your left. Turn right onto 30th Street and turn left onto Rizal Drive to access the passenger drop off point. Kalayaan Avenue From Kalayaan Avenue turn right onto 2nd Avenue. Drive past 31st Street, and turn left on Rizal Drive. The museum’s drop off entrance will be a few meters away after you cross 30th Street. C-5 From the Southbound lane of C-5 enter BGC via Kalayaan Avenue. From the northbound lane of C-5, turn right onto the Sampaguita bridge. Turn left on 26st Street at the top of the bridge. Drive all the way down, crossing 5th Avenue. Turn right onto 4th Avenue. Turn left on 28th Street. Turn right onto 3rd Avenue. You will see the museum to your left. Turn right onto 30th Street and turn left onto Rizal Drive to access the passenger drop off point. Public Transport(At most, Php 200) Take the BGC West Route Bus from the Ayala-MRT Station at McKinley Exchange. From the Market Market terminal, take the BGC Central bus. The bus stop for both buses is at Net One. (https://www.themindmuseum.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit)	Nearest Train Station: LRT1-United Nations (UN) Bus Routes: Any that passes through Taft Avenue/Mabini/M.H. del Pilar/Luneta Fare varies from current location of the traveller At most Php100 from any areas inside National Capital Region) (http://www.ph-commute.com/2008/02/how-to-commute-to-manila-ocean-park_20.html)
Accommodation	Hotels and inns around Bonifacio Global City – Price ranges from Php 1000 – Php 10000 per night(Booking.com)	Hotels and inns around Luneta – Price ranges from Php 500-Php 10000 per night(Trivago.com.ph)
Food	Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum but several fast food chains and restaurants are located around the area(https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g1758900-d2626967-Reviews-The_Mind_Museum-Taguig_City_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)	Various fast food chains, coffee shops, food stalls, and restaurants are located inside the compound (https://www.manilaoceanpark.com/amenities#am_2)
Things to bring/ Reminders	Pocket money, Water, Notebook, Pen, Camera, Extra clothes(optional) (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g1758900-d2626967-Reviews-The_Mind_Museum-Taguig_City_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)	Pocket money, Water, Notebook, Pen, Camera, Extra clothes(optional) (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g298573-d1137283-Reviews-Manila_Ocean_Park-Manila_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)
Other information you may need	Duration: People typically spend up to 1.5 hours here. Ticket Prices: Children 2 feet and below are free. No reservation required. Walk-ins are welcome. Three-hour Visit Time Slots: Adults – Php625 Child or private school student (up to college) – Php475 *Philippine public school student (up to college) – Php190 **Teacher – Php190 All Day Pass Visit: No Time Slot Restrictions Adult or Child – Php750 Planet Story Exhibition Only Adult or child – Php150 The Mind Museum and Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibition: Adult – Php825 Child or private school student (up to college) –  Php675 *Philippine public school student (up to college)/teacher  – Php400 **Public school students will be asked to present a valid Philippine public school ID.  Teachers must present a valid academic/school ID indicating “teacher". Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibition Only Adult or child – P300 *Public school students will be asked to present a valid Philippine public school ID. If public school student does not have an ID yet, presentation of current enrollment in a public school will be accepted. If the child attends a public day care, proof of enrollment from a government day care must be presented. **Teachers must present a valid academic/school ID indicating “teacher”. If teacher does not have a valid school ID, presentation of certificate of employment along with government issued ID will be accepted. Senior citizen and PWD discounts apply to published rates only. Discounts are given at the ticket booth upon presentation of a valid Senior Citizen or PWD ID. (https://www.themindmuseum.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit)	Duration: People typically spend up to 3.5 hours here. Ticket Prices: Admission price to the Oceanarium is P400 for adults and P350 for children. Aquatica is pegged at P300. Aquatica can be bundled with the Oceanarium at a package price of P500 for the 7pm show. Fish Spa is offered at P120 for 20 minutes while Glass Bottom Boat Ride is P150. Aquanaut experience is P995. (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g298573-d1137283-Reviews-Manila_Ocean_Park-Manila_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)
Total Budget	Php 1000-Php 2000 for maximum experience plus Hotel Accommodation Fee (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g1758900-d2626967-Reviews-The_Mind_Museum-Taguig_City_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)	Php 1000-Php 2000 for maximum experience plus Hotel Accommodation Fee (https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g298573-d1137283-Reviews-Manila_Ocean_Park-Manila_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html)

ESSAY ABOUT AN INFORMATION LITERATE INDIVIDUAL

An information literate individual simply refers to a person who have enough skills and competencies which allow him to efficiently engage in activities concerning information. A person who is an information literate demonstrates responsible use of information – conveying, sharing, and transmitting. In order to be an information literate, one must know when information is needed, where to locate it, and how to evaluate the truthfulness and falsity of an information being disseminated. Being an information literate is very crucial especially with the technology we have today that allows anyone to create information in just as easy as one click, which then imposes a threat in the validity of all information disseminated through media.

The Evolution of Traditional to New Media (Laboratory)

INTERNET OF THINGS

DEFINITION:

Internet of things - Simply put, this is the concept of basically connecting any device with an on and off switch to the Internet (and/or to each other). This includes everything from cellphones, coffee makers, washing machines, headphones, lamps, wearable devices and almost anything else you can think of. (Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacobmorgan/2014/05/13/simple-explanation-internet-things-that-anyone-can-understand/#6d9aa6f41d09)

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or people that are provided with unique identifiers and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. (Retrieved from http://internetofthingsagenda.techtarget.com/definition/Internet-of-Things-IoT)

QUESTIONS:

Search for the meaning of the INTERNET OF THINGS and answer the following questions:

a)    In your own words, define Internet of Things

            Internet of Things pertains to the connection and network of different devices, platforms, and objects entrenched with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity which enable them to connect and transfer data with or without human interaction.

b)   What brought this theory about?

            It was as early as 1982 when the concept of a network of smart devices was first discussed, with a modified Coke machine at Carnegie Mellon University becoming the first Internet-connected appliance, being able to report its inventory and whether newly loaded drinks were cold. On 1991, Mark Weiser's seminal paper on ubiquitous computing, "The Computer of the 21st Century", as well as academic venues such as UbiComp and PerCom produced the contemporary vision of IoT. The concept of the Internet of things became popular in 1999, through the Auto-ID Center at MIT and related market-analysis publications. Furthermore, it was Kevin Ashton of Proctor & Gamble, one of the creators of Auto-ID Center, who created this theory and eventually started to expand it through his connections.

c)    Do you like the concept of IoT ? Why or why not?

            I do like the concept of the Internet of Things. IoT indeed, makes our lives easier and more convenient for us to live in. It will save our time and effort which allows us to be more productive than ever. This will certainly help us in different aspects – faster production and faster connections which will eventually lead to the growth and development of our community and our economy. However, there is a disadvantage that the concept implies. It will definitely be abused and misused by others, as some people will rely more on the “connection”, and not their own effort. This results to the dependence of people to machines and devices which then is the root of the lazy revolution of the human race. Also, our privacy is at risk. As our technology continues to develop, access to human lives are getting bigger as well which is a major threat in our security.

d)   In what situations do you encounter IoT in the Philippines?

            I encounter IoT in the Philippines almost every day when I engage in communication and convey and share information through the use of the Internet.

e)   How do you think IoT will evolve and affect Filipino society in the next 3 to 5 years?

            In the next three to five years, I think that IoT will greatly impact the Filipino society. People will be more dependent on the Internet of Things. In line with this, it can be said that we can become more efficient in our information and technological explorations than before. Moreover, production, communication, and connection will be doubled and will become faster which will absolutely help us economically and technologically.

f) What do you think is the relationship /cause and effect of IoT in media and information literacy?

            Internet of Things and Information Literacy meets when it comes to transmission of information. Internet of Things helps media to be more accessible, therefore allowing information to be conveyed, shared, and distributed easily. 

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Information Literacy (Lecture)

MOST INFLUENTIAL PERSON IN YOUR LIFE

When talking about who is the most influential person in my life, my answer, without any hesitations, is my mother. She has been with me since the very first day of my existence – the day that I was first formed inside her womb. I have realized that she is the most influential person in my life ever since I was a child. Up until now, she has done everything to make the world a better place for me to live in. She has always been my teacher, my friend, and my mentor. She influences me almost in every aspect of life – perspective towards different things, values, decisions, beliefs, and the like. Whenever I am down, she does her best to lift me up. She always supports me on my endeavors very much. Most importantly, she reminds me how to remain strong despite of all the problems and challenges that life brings.

TYPHOON

“According to the weather forecast, there is no typhoon. However, your locality is experiencing heavy rainfall, while some parts in your province /region are already flooded. There are reported incidents of landslide, evacuation, stranded vehicles and drowning. As a student, what are you going to do?”

STAGES/ELEMENTS	RESPONSES
Information needs What information do you need?	The pieces of information I need are the happenings around my community. I need to know what the state of my community is in at the moment. In order to know these, I need to observe the intensity of the rainfall, the parts of my province which are already flooded, and other areas which might have been affected by the heavy rainfall.
Sources of Information Where will you get them?	I will get information from the news update on the television, observations of people posted in different social media websites and my very own observations as well.
Access to the information How will you access them?	I will access them through engaging in different social media websites such as Facebook and Twitter. Also, watching news updates on the television will help me access information.
Evaluate information How will you check the quality of information?	I will take into consideration the credibility and reliability of the sources of information. In addition, I will make sure that there will be accurate evidences to support the observations being said.
Organize information How will you organize and store them?	The most efficient way to store and organize the information is to take pictures and to capture videos of the happenings during the actual heavy rainfall.
Communicate information How will you create and communicate them?	I will create and communicate them through posting and sharing them in different social media websites. Another way is to inform our local barangay by calling the official hotlines of agencies and authorities concerning the situation.