24/03/2025
๐ฑ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐๐๐๐ข ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐' ๐ฐ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐ก๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ (๐ฐ๐ป๐ด)
During the Founding Anniversary of the International School of Asia and the Pacific (ISAP) Kalinga, the institution showcased Alternative Learning Experiences (ALEs), with various departments presenting their unique approaches to learning.
For the Library and Research Offices, the ALE centered around the theme "๐๐ช๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ช๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ท๐ฐ ๐ฝ๐ฑ๐ฎ ๐ฆ๐ธ๐ป๐ต๐ญ ๐ธ๐ฏ ๐๐ฌ๐ช๐ญ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ก๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ท๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ท๐ฐ", offering valuable insights into the complexities of academic writing, citation, and digital practices.
The ALE was made possible through the expertise and knowledge shared by distinguished speakers who provided in-depth discussions on relevant topics.
Maโam Michelle Abella, the Library Director from the University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao, served as the main speaker, presenting an informative session on "๐๐พ๐๐ถ๐๐พ๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐น ๐ต๐พ๐ท๐๐พ๐๐๐๐ถ๐
๐ฝ๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐พ๐๐". Her talk illuminated the essential elements of proper citation practices and the significance of bibliographic accuracy in academic work.
Adding depth to the discussion on digital practices, Maโam Angelica Gaba, Librarian at the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP) - ISAP, shared her expertise on "๐๐๐ท๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐พ๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐น ๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐ถ๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ธ๐๐๐พ๐๐". Her presentation highlighted the critical importance of safeguarding personal information in the digital age, providing practical tips for students and faculty alike.
Rounding off the session, Sir Gerome Jess Gerardo, Librarian of the MCNP - ISAP, discussed "๐ธ๐๐ฝ๐พ๐ธ๐ถ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ถ๐ธ๐๐พ๐ธ๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐น ๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐พ๐ ๐๐ฝ๐ ๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐ถ๐ ๐ธ๐๐ถ". His talk shed light on the ethical challenges that arise with the widespread use of digital tools and resources, stressing the importance of responsible and ethical practices in the academic and digital environments.
Together, these expert speakers provided a comprehensive and enlightening exploration of academic referencing, digital security, and ethical considerations in today's rapidly evolving academic landscape. The ALE not only enhanced the participants' understanding of these crucial topics but also empowered them with practical skills and knowledge to navigate the world of academic research and digital technology effectively.