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 Empowerment
Technologies
Quarter 1: Module 1
ICT in the Context of Global
Communication

Target

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 This module will provide you an overview into ICT as well as the different
online platforms that can be used for its specific purpose. You will appreciate the
wide range of applications that ICT offers. You will be able to assess its content and
purpose that help to best address situational challenges in a specific professional
track.
After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Identify various emerging technologies and online platforms;

2. Compare the different online platforms; and
3. Select the best platform to address specific situation;

The learning objective is anchored from the Most Essential Learning

Competency:
1. compare and contrast the nuances of varied online platforms, sites,
and content to best achieve specific class objectives or address
situational challenges CS_ICT11/12-ICTPT-Ia-b1

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 Pre-Test

Multiple Choice: Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate pad or bond
paper.

1. What online platform does the figure represents?

A. Social Media C. Online Learning

B. E-commerce D. Online Video

2.Which of the following is NOT an example of artificial intelligence?

A. Chatbots A. Social Media
B. Google maps D. Iris Scanner

3. What application uses artificial intelligence technology in finding locations?

A. Dropbox C. MOOC
B. LinkedIn D. Google Maps

4. Which of the following platform is a collection of software technologies that

allows merchants to create a storefront on the internet?
A. Social media C. E-commerce
B. Online learning D. Online video
5. Among the file management applications below, which has a free storage limit of
15G?

A. Dropbox C. Google Drive

B. iCloud D. Microsoft OneDrive

Jumpstart
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Activity: Word Hunt
Direction: Look for the words that are related to emerging technologies and online
platforms. The words have been placed, horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Write
your answers on the separate sheet of paper.

L F
I I A
N R O B O T I C S C C
K G O O G L E D R I V E L X E
E W O O B U B
D F A C E B O O K B O O
I T W O D O
N B I O M E T R I C S K
F C D
M I C R O B L O G G I N G
C L O U D C O M P U T I N G

Discover
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) is a
broader term for Information Technology (IT), which refers to all communication

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technologies, including the internet, wireless networks, cell phones, computers,
software, middleware, videoconferencing, social networking, and other media
applications and services enabling users to access, retrieve, store, transmit, and
manipulate information in a digital form.
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is intelligence demonstrated by machines, unlike
the natural intelligence displayed by humans and animals, which involves
consciousness and emotionality.
Examples of online applications using AI: Google maps, conversation
marketing bot
 Robotics is the field of computer science and engineering concerned with
creating devices that can move and react to sensory input, it is a form of
artificial intelligence.
Ex. Alcohol dispensing robot designed by Felta Multimedia Philippines

https://web.facebook.com/watch?ref=search&v=232444667906201&external_log_id=4d579c48-0ac7-
4b32-a90b-675f44546500&q=alcohol%20dispensing%20robot
 Biometrics is a technology used to measure and analyze human body
characteristics such as DNA, fingerprints, eye retinas and irises, voice
patterns, facial patterns, and hand measurements. The main purpose of
biometrics for authentication. Ex.
 Computer-assisted translator (CAT) is the use of computers to assist the
translation of one or more natural languages into another, and vice versa.
Ex. Google Translate
 Quantum Cryptography is the science of encoding and decoding
information or messages which depends on Physics, not Mathematics. It is
used for information privacy and security.
 Cloud computing is the delivery of different services through the Internet.
These resources include tools and applications like data storage, servers,
databases, networking, and software. Instead of keeping files on a hard drive
or flash drive, cloud-based storage makes it possible to save them online. As
long as the device is connected to the internet, the saved date is accessible.
Online Storage Software:
 Google Drive
 Microsoft OneDrive
 Dropbox
 iCloud

 Mobile Technologies
The popularity of smartphones and tablets has taken a major rise over the
years. This is largely because of the devices’ capability to do tasks that were
originally found in personal computers.

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 Different types of mobile Operating Systems:
1. iOS – used in Apple devices such as the iPhone and iPad
2. Android – an open-source operating system developed by Google. Being
open source means several mobile phone companies use this OS for free.
3. Blackberry OS – used in blackberry devices
4. Windows Phone OS – a closed source and proprietary operating system
developed by Microsoft
5. Symbian – the original smartphone OS used by Nokia devices
6. WebOS – originally used for smartphones; now used for smartTVs
7. Windows Mobile – developed by Microsoft for smartphones and pocket
PCs.

ONLINE SYSTEMS: FUNCTIONS AND FLATFORMS

The concept “online” is described as the state of being connected to the
cyberspace through the internet or to a computer network even without internet.
Online systems can vary in nature since there are many services that are
now offered using the internet. These may include computerized reservation
system, internet and intranet support tools and learning management system
(LMS).
Platforms is a group of technologies that are used as a base or infrastructure upon
which other applications, technologies or processes are developed for the end-user.
COMMON ONLINE PLATFORMS
 Social Media platform is a web-based technology that allows the
development, development, deployment, and management of social media
solutions.

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Socialmedia-pm.png
Types of Social Media:
1. Social Networks - sites that allow you to connect with other
people with same interests or background.
Examples: Facebook, Google, LinkedIn
 LinkedIn is a social network for the business community.
Founded in 2002, the site is a place for professionals to
connect with past and current colleagues, increase their number of
business connections, network within their industry, discuss
business ideas, search for jobs, and look for new hires.

LinkedIn users create professional, résumé-like profiles that allow

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 other site members to learn more about their business background,
their areas of expertise, and groups or organizations they belong to.
Once users create their profile, they can add other users to their
network.
2. Bookmarking Sites - sites that allow users you to store and
manage links to various websites and resources, and to tag
Examples: StumbleUpon, Pinterest
3. Social News - sites that allow users to post their own news
items or links to other news sources.
Examples: reddit, dig
4. Media Sharing - sites that allow you to upload and share
media content like images, music, and video.
Examples: Flickr, YouTube, and Instagram
5. Microblogging - sites that focus on short updates from the user.
Those who are subscribed will receive updates.
Examples: Twitter Plurk
6. Blogs and Forums - sites that allow users to post their content.
Examples: Blogger, WordPress, Tumblr, Wix, Weebly
 E-commerce platform is a collection of software technologies that allows
merchants to create a storefront on the internet. Examples: Zalora, Lazada,
Shopee, eBay. Amazon, etc.

https://commons.wikimedia.org

 Online Learning platform is an incorporated set of interactive online

services that provides the teachers, the learners, parents, and others
involved in the education sector with a wide range of tolls and resources to
support and enhance the delivery and management of education through the
internet. Example: DepEd Learning Management System, Edmodo,
Coursera, Google Classroom, etc.

Explore
Activity: Compare And Contrast

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Direction: Compare and contrast the features of Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram,
and Twitter by putting checkmarks to the table below where feature is applicable.

Social Media
Platforms

https://commons.wikimedia.org

Image Editing √ √

Trendspotting
(Tagging)

Photo/video
Sharing

Private
Messaging

Résumé-like
profiles

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 Deepen
Activity: My Social Media for the Future

Direction: Supposed you are going to create a new social media

account, choose one social media platform and draw or cut the things that you
want to post in your social media account

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 Post-Test
Multiple Choice: Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of
paper.

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 Answer Key

Pre-Test/
Post-Test Jumpstart

1. IVI
2. EVI
1. B
3. IVI
2. C
4. IVI
3. D
5. EVI
4. A
6. IVI
5. B
7. EVI
6. B
8. EVI
7. D
9. EVI
8. D
10. IVI
9. A
10.D
11.D
12.C
13.D
14.D
15.A

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References:

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1. Empowerment Technologies First Edition. (2016). Sampaloc Manila: Rex
Bookstore, Inc.
2. Empowerment Technologies First Edition. (2016). Quezon City, Metro Manila:
Sibs Publishing Incorporated
3. https://www.independence.edu/blog/what-is-emerging-technology
4. https://bkwebdesigns.com/static-dynamic-website-differences/
5. https://www.webopedia.com/insights/mobile-os-and-different-types/
6. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Socialmedia-pm.png
7. https://www.iotforall.com/8-helpful-everyday-examples-of-artificial-intelligence
8. http://my.spc.edu.ph/
9.https://www.nagb.gov/naep-frameworks/technology-and-engineering
literacy/2014-technology-framework/toc/ch_2/ict.html
10. http://aims.fao.org/information-and-communication-technologies-ict
11. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/wireless/what-is-wifi.html
12. investopedia.com/terms/c/cloud-computing.asp
13.https://web.facebook.com/watch?
ref=search&v=232444667906201&external_log_id=4d579c48-0ac7-4b32-a90b-
675f44546500&q=alcohol%20dispensing%20robot

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