Empowerment

Technologies
UNIT 1

 LESSON 1 Information and Communication

Technology
 LESSON 2 Online Safety, Security , Ethics,
and Etiquette
 LESSON 3 Contextualized Online Research and
Research Skills
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this unit, you must be able to

 use ICT terms properly in the next lessons,

 discuss how to be a responsible cyber citizen,
 acknowledge the quantity and quality of your digital life,
 use search engines effectively to improve your
research
skills,
 check accuracy and reliability of information from
the Internet via various digital tools,
 use productivity tools for different purposes, and
 apply graphic design techniques to create original
or
derivative ICT content.
INFORMATION
AND
Communications

Technology(ICT)
LESSON 1
WHAT IS INFORMATION AND
COMMUNICATIONS
TECHNOLOGY(ICT)?

ICT is the term that is currently favored by
most business and educational institutions.
The “C” reflects the important
role that computers now play
communications, e.g., in by email,
Web, by satellite and cellphone(mobile
the
phone).
 The “S” at the end of communications,
which is a term that predates computer
technology and was originally associated with
Morse code, radio, and often abbreviated to
“comms.”
 ICT deals with use of different
the
communication technologies such as mobile
phones, telephone, Internet, etc. to locate,
save, send, and edit information.
ICT IN THE
PHILIPPINES
 Philippines as the “ICT hub of Asia”. huge
growth of ICT related jobs around the country,
one of which is Call Center or BPO (Business
Process Outsourcing) centers.
 According to 2013 edition of Measuring the
Information Society by the International
Telecommunication Union, there are 106.8
cellphones per 100 Filipinos in the year 2012.
 In a data gathered by the annual survey of
Philippines business and industries in 2010,
the ICT industry shares 19.3% of the
total employment population.

 Time magazines declared Makati City,

Philippines-Rank 1 as the “Selfiest” Cities
around the world, and Rank 9 is Cebu City.
WWW(WORLD WIDE
WEB)

When WWW was invented, most web pages

were static. Static (also known as flat
page or stationary page) in the same that
the page “as is” and cannot be
manipulated by the user. This referred to
as Web 1.0.
WEB 2.0

Web 2.0 allows the user to interact with the

page known as DYNAMIC PAGE; instead
of just reading a page, the user may be able
to comment or create a user account.
Dynamic page refers to the web pages that
are affected by user input or preference.
WEB 2.0
Example

 Social networking sites

 Blogs
 Wikis
 Video sharing sites
KEY FEATURES OF WEB
2.0
 Folksonomy – allows users to categorize and
classify/arrange information using freely chosen
keywords (e.g. tagging). Popular social
networking sites such as Twitter, Instagram,
Facebook, etc. use tags that start with a pound sign
(#) or hashtag.
 Rich User Interface – content is dynamic and is
responsive to user’s input. An example would be a
website that shows local content. In the case of
social networking sites, when logged on, your
account is used to modify what you see in their
website.
KEY FEATURES OF WEB
2.0
 User Participation – the owner of website is
not the only one who is able to put content. Others
are able to place a content on their own by means
of comments, reviews, and evaluation.
 Long Tail – services are offered on demand
rather than on a one-time purchase. This is
synonymous to subscribing to a data plan that
charges you for the amount of time you spent on
Internet or a data plan that charges you for the
amount of bandwidth you used.
WEB 3.0 AND THE SEMANTIC
WEB

Semantic Web – is a movement led by
the World Wide Web Consortium(W3C). The
semantic web provides a framework that
allows data to be shared and reuse to deliver
web content specifically targeting the user.
WEB 3.0 IS YET TO BE FULLY REALIZED
BECAUSE OF SEVERAL PROBLEMS:

 Compatibility - HTML files and current web

browsers could not support Web 3.0.
 Security - The user’s security is also question
since the machine is saving his or her
preferences.

Vastness - The World Wide Web already
contains billions of web pages.

Vagueness – Certain words are imprecise.
The words “old” and “small” would depend to
the user.
 Logic - since machines use logic, there are
certain limitations for a computer to be able to
predict what the user is referring to at a given
time.
SIX TYPES OF SOCIAL
MEDIA
1. Social Networks – These are sites
that allows you to connect with other
people with the same interestsor
background. Once the user creates
his/her account, he/she can set up a
profile, add people, share content, etc.
Example : Facebook and Google+
WWW.FACEBOOK.C
OM
2. Bookmarking Sites– These are sites that
allow you to store and manage links to
various website and resources. Most of these
sites allow you to create a tag and easily share
them.
Ex. : StumbleUpon/Pinterest
WWW.STUMBLEUPO
N.COM
3. Social News – These are sites that allow
users to post their own news items or links to
other news sources. The users can also
comment on the post and comments may
also be rank.
Example: reddit and Digg
WWW.REDDIT.C
OM
4. Media Sharing – These are sites that
allow you to upload and share media content
like images, music and video.
Example: Flickr, Youtube
and Instagram.
WWW.INSTAGRAM.C
OM
5. Microblogging – These are sites that
focus on short updates from the user. Those
that subscribed to the user will be able to
receive these updates.
Example: Twitter and Plurk
WWW.TWITTER.C
OM
6. Blogs and Forums – These websites
allow user to post their content. Other
users are able to comment on the said topic.

 Example: Blogger, WordPress

and Tumblr
WWW.TUMBLR.C
OM
TRENDS IN
ICT
1.Convergence – is the synergyof on
technological advancements to work
similar goal or task. For example, besides using
a
your personal computer to create word documents,
you can now use your smartphone.
2. Social Media – is a website, application, or
online channel that enables web users to
create, co-create, discuss, modify, and
exchange user generated content.
3. Mobile Technologies – The popularities of
smartphones and tablets has taken a major rise over
the years. This is largely because of the devices
capability to do the tasks that were originally found in
PCs.

Several of these devices are capable of using high-

speed internet. Today the latest model devices use 4G
Networking(LTE), which is currently the fastest
mobile network.
MOBILE
OS
iOS – use in apple devices such as iPhone and iPad.
Android – an open source OS developed by Google.
Being open source means mobile phone companies
use this OS for free.
Blackberry OS – use in Blackberry devices.

Windows Phone OS – a closed source and

proprietary operating system developed by
Microsoft.
Symbian – the original smartphone OS;
used by Nokia devices.
WebOS – originally used in smartphones;
now used in smartTVs.
Windows Mobile - developed by Microsoft
for smartphones and pocket PCs.
4. ASSISTIVE MEDIA – IS A NON-
PROFIT SERVICE DESIGNED TO HELP
PEOPLE WHO HAVE VISUAL AND
READING IMPAIRMENTS. A
DATABASE OF AUDIO RECORDINGS IS
USED TO READ TO THE USER.
KEY
TERMS:
Web 1.0 – static websites without interactivity.
Web 2.0 – websites that contain dynamic
content.
Web 3.0 – a concept of the World Wide Web
that is designed to cater to the individual user.
Static – refers to the web that are the same
regardless of the user.
Dynamic – refers to the web pages that are
affected by user input or preference.
Folksonomy – allows user to categorize and
classify/arrange information.
Hashtag # – used to “categorize” posts in a
website.
Convergence – the synergy of technological
advancements to work a similar goal or task.
Social Media – websites, applications or online
channels that enable users to co-create, discuss,
modify, and exchange user-generated content.
ONLINE SAFETY,
SECURITY,
Ethics, and Etiquette
LESSON 2
ELECTRONIC LIBELAND CYBERCRIME
PREVENTION ACT OF 2012
Libel is defined under the Revised Penal Code Section
355.

 1930 – Art. 355. Libel means by writing or similar

means. – A libel committed by means of writing, printing,
lithography, engraving, radio, phonograph, painting,
theatrical exhibition, cinematographic exhibition, or any
similar means, shall be punished by prison correctional in
its minimum and medium periods or a fine ranging from
200 to 6,000 pesos, or both, in addition to the civil action
which may be brought by the offended party
ELECTRONIC LIBEL AND CYBERCRIME
PREVENTION ACT OF 2012

Decriminalizing libel requires amending the Revised

Penal Code

2000 – E-Commerce Law (Republic Act 8792)

empowered all existing laws to recognize electronic
documents as evidence (commercial/non-commercial)
ELECTRONIC LIBEL AND CYBERCRIME
PREVENTION ACT OF 2012

Libel is a crime in Cybercrime Law Section 4c(4)

 2012 – LIBEL the unlawful or prohibited acts of libel as

defined in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code, as
amended committed through a computer system or any
other similar means which may be devised in the future.
 “if a case is filed by a complainant, only 1 case to be
prosecuted under Cybercrime Law.
 ONLINE SAFETY, SECURITY,
ETHICS, AND ETIQUETTE
ELECTRONIC LIBEL AND CYBERCRIME PREVENTION
ACT OF 2012
.

Pressing the “like” button and posting comments doesn’t

mean you are automatically committing libel. They are
considered as “protected expression”.

YEARS OR PAYM E NT
IF PROVEN GUILTY, OF FINES (AMOUNT TO
IMPRSONMENT CAN BE SET IN COURT) OR
BOTH
BE UP TO
T-T
WHAT IS A CYBER
CITIZEN?

Cyber Citizen utilizestechnology in an

appropriate manner including etiquette,
communication, education, access,
commerce, responsibility, rights, safety,
and security.
Here are other ways to be cyber aware.

Cell phones

 “Sexting” is a term used to describe inappropriate

photos or text sent via cell phones
 Cell phone history options allow you to view past
callers and messages. Although the history can be
deleted, contact your cell phone provider for any other
options available.
 Geotagging allows users to note where they are
located in a smart phone photo.
Cell Phones

Additional resources:
- Raising digital citizens
- Privacy
- Understanding mobile apps
- When should you give your kid a
cell phone
- Cell phone resources for schools
Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying involves the use of

technologies to display behavior that
harms another. Through email, instant
messaging, text messaging, and social
networking sites, hurtful messages can be
posted and shared.
 Do not respond or retaliate to inappropriate
communication.
 Save the messages and note the date and time
 Utilize the blocking features in social networking
sites, email, or instant messaging. This will keep
unwanted correspondence from occurring again.
You can also block numbers on your cell phone or
change your personal phone number. Only give out
your phone number to those you trust.
 Notify the provider of inappropriate behavior
by activating the “abuse” tool available on
many sites .
 Contact a trusted adult, teacher, school
counselor, or parent.
Cyberbullying

Additional Resources:
- Signs Your child might be cyberbullied
- Cyberbullying unplugged
- Reducing bullying and cyberbullying
ETHIC
S
Plagiarism is the use of another’s work as
your own. In the internet, all materials are
copyrighted unless stated otherwise.
Such materials, includes, but are not
limited to, images, music, text, and
videos.
The following tips will
help encourage ethical cyber
citizenship

 Note all sources used in a project. Any

material copied from an outside source,
including the internet, must be cited.
 Use quotation marks around sentences or
phrases directly copied from an outside
source and cite this information.
 Keep a running source list as you find
images and text for a school project. Visit
the school library media specialist for
more information.
GAMIN
G
Online gaming provides the opportunity to
play games from a computer or another device,
like a Wii or PlayStation. Some consoles have
a social element, as user can play with anyone
from around the world. Chatting, IM, and other
social tools exist within these games.
 Check to see if the game has moderators.
 Do not accept downloads from strangers
including cheat programs. These programs
often have virus or malware that can harm
your computer.
 Be a good sport and what you say online
should appropriate.
Instant Messaging and Email

Instant messaging (IM) allows users to

correspond online with others in real time.
IM can occur through a mobile device or
computer with internet access. Similar to text
messaging, IM lets users correspond in brief
text. Popular IM platforms include iMessage
and Meebo.
Email also allows users to interact online.
Follow the common email usage tips below.

 Privacy – do not share your password with

others.
 Unknown – do not open emails or attachments
from an unknown source. Block messages from
unknown sources
 Unsubscribe – scroll to the bottom of the
email and choose unsubscribe to be removed
from list of unwanted emails.
Social Networking

Social networking sites provide a social atmosphere

by allowing users to share personal information.
Popular site includes include Facebook, Google+,
and Twitter with similar elements such as status
updates, photo friend list or followers, chat, gaming,
and messaging or email. Most SNS like Facebook
intended for those aged 13 and older.
CONTEXTUAL
IZED
Online Search and
Research Skills
LESSON 3
THE
CONTENDERS
 You’re probably familiar with the two search
engines already, but just for a refresher, here’s
what we’re talking about:

 Google: By far the most used search engine in the

world, Google Search has been around since 1997
and is constantly improving with new smart results,
advanced features, and integration with other
Google products. As of February of this year,
Google currently has
64.5% of the US’s search market share.
 Bing: Bing is the latest name for Microsoft’s
search engine, previously called Windows Live
Search and MSN Search.
 Bing brands itself as a “decision engine”, aiming to
present results with more real-world context than
just finding text on a page. Bing also powers
Yahoo’s search, which, coupled with Bing, serves
32.6% of US internet searchers.
BASIC LAYOUT AND
FEATURES
 BASIC LAYOUT AND
FEATURES
Lifehacker has some great articles where they try
to convince as much as anyone else why Bing is
a serious contender to google. Plus points include:

 Bing’s search is significantly better

Video than giving you a grid of
Google’s,
thumbnails thatlarge
you can click on to play
or preview if you hover them.
 Bing often gives twice as many autocomplete
suggestions than google does.
BASIC LAYOUT AND
FEATURES
 Bing can predict when airfares are about to go up
or down if you’re searching for flights
 Bing also has a feature where if you type
linkfromdomain:[sitename], it will highlight
the best ranked outgoing links from the site,
helping you out which other sites your chosen
site links to the most.
 Also note that Bing powers Yahoo’s search
engine
BASIC LAYOUT AND
FEATURES
 Google’s shopping suggestions show up more
often than Bing’s do, and they’re generally much
better. So if you’re trying to find out which stores
carry a certain product, or where to find the best
price online, Google will be better than Bing.
 GOOG
LE
Hidden behind Google's search box
are a slew of shortcuts leading to so-
called "OneBox" results that provide
awesome tools and display helpful
information quickly and directly.
GET INSTANT ARTIST
DISCOGRAPHIES AND
FILMOGRAPHICS
FIND RELEASE DATES FOR
MOVIES, GAMES, AND MORE
FIND CURRENT MOVIE
SHOWTIMES
INSTANTLYFIND SIMPLE
FACTUAL INFORMATION
FIND THE SCORE OF ANY CURRENT
SPORTS GAME
GET A FIVE DAY FORECAST OF
THE WEATHER IN ANY CITY
FIND THE CURRENT TIME
IN ANY CITY
 DATES
Find Upcoming
FOR
Holidays and Events
CALCULATE ALMOST
ANYTHING
CONVERT UNITS OF
MEASURE
CONVERT
CURRENCY
CHECK STOCK
PRICES
FIND WORD DEFINITIONS
AND SYNONYMS
TRANSLATE WORDS
INSTANTLY
SEARCH BASIC HEALTH
CONDITIONS
FIND
on
INFORMATION
MEDICATIONS
HUNT DOWN INFORMATION ON
LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND
BUSINESSES
GET
INSTANT Drive Times (and
DIRECTIONS Between Addresses
)
TRACK THE STATUS OF ANY
FLIGHT
TRACK YOUR
PACKAGES
BIN
G
FLIGHT COST
PREDICTION
Unique Search Operators LIKE
LinkFromDomain
VIDEO
SEARCH
FIND ONLINE
COURSES
EASIER PHOTO LICENSE
SEARCH
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
FactCheck.org

A project of the Annenberg Public Policy Center of

the University of Pennsylvania, the site is a
“nonpartisan, nonprofit ‘consumer advocate’ for
voters that aims to reduce the level of deception and
confusion in U.S. politics”. While its focus is on
politics, that topic is taken broadly and encompasses
a lot of web content.
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
Checkdesk
A verification tool designed to help curate user-
generated content during breaking news and connect
journalists to citizen sources on the ground.
“Checkdesk facilitates collaborative fact- checking of
unverified reports,” the developers write. “Professional
journalists can join forces with citizen journalists in
search of background information and evidence to
corroborate social media reports.”
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
Full Fact Finder

This U.K based site covers information on the

economy, health, crime and the law,
immigration and education. “Search results
offer users general background information, as well
as details on the sort of data available in the area
and links to statics from official bodies”
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
Emergent.Info
The sites tagline is ”real-time rumor tracker”. For
example, on April 1, 2015, it checked whether a man
was wanted in England for slapping people who
sneeze in public(true) and a claim that doctors had
confirmed the first death due to genetically modified
food(false). The site is part of a research project of the
Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia
University that focuses on how unverified
information and rumor are reported in the media.
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
Churnalism

From the Sunlight Foundation, Churnalism is based

on a U.K site and compares articles to a database of
press releases. It’s intended as a public-
accountability tool but could also useful for
journalists assessing blog posts and other source
material.
FACT-CHECKING
SITES
LazyTruth

An inbox extension that recognizes emails full of

political myths, urban legends, or security
threats and debunks them in your mail program. It
currently works only in Chrome and Gmail, but
may be expanded to other browsers.
FACT-CHECKING
SITES

Is Twitter Wrong

A Tumblr(http://istwitterwrong.tumblr.com/)
and Twitter(http://twitter.com/IsTwitWrong)
account dedicated to debunking
misinformation on Twitter.
FACT-CORRECTION
TOOLS
MediaBugs
A service for reporting specific, correctable
errors, and problems in media coverage. “We’ll
provide a neutral, civil, moderated discussion space,”
they state. “We’ll try to alert the journalists or new
organization involved about your report and bring
them into a conversation. As a result of this dialogue
between journalists and the public, some errors may
get into corrected; others won’t. Either way, the
discussion will leave a useful public record.
FACT-CORRECTION
TOOLS
Retwact

A tool that automates the process of notifying

anyone who retweeted an inaccurate tweet from
your account ; the goal is to help slow the spread of
misinformation by making it easier to correct
tweets.
FACT-CORRECTION
TOOLS
Report an Error Alliance

individuals and
This is an ad-hoc group of organizations who
endorse theidea that
websites should always have an easy-to-find and-
use “report an error” button. It’s a way of saying to
users that you care about accuracy, you want to
know when you make errors, and you’re
conscientious about fixing them.
IMAGE
TOOLS
TinEye

A reverse-image search engine, TinEye

allows you to find out where an image came
from, how it is being used, if modified versions
exist, or to find higher-resolution versions. TinEye
is the first image search engine to use image-
identification technology rather than keywords,
metadata or watermarks. It is free to use for non-
commercial searching.
IMAGE
TOOLS
Google Images

With Google Images “Search by Image” option

you can upload an image and Google will show
you any images that resemble it. It is a quick
track down original source images, or spot
modifications and edits to an image.
IMAGE
TOOLS
FourAndSix

An extension for Adobe Photoshop, FourMatch

analyzes open JPEG images to determine whether
they are untouched originals from a digital
camera. As of April 2015, the service has been
discontinued and one called Izitru was
recommended.
ACTIVITY

DRAW: MIND MAP

The goal is to be able to draw a mind map of search engines.

This task will give you a profound insight into search
engines. Expect to work with a group. You will collaborate
using a list of 20 words related about search engines. Your
job is to turn these into a map of connected words. You
should be able to explain and justify each connection map
that you make.
THANK YOU