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Lesson 1:
Introduction
and Current
Situation of ICT
EMPOWERMENT TECHNOLOGY
WHAT IS
ICT?
“Information” means many things to people.
Depending on the context. Scientifically, information is
a processed data.
Communication
a transfer of information,
ideas, thoughts and messages.
it involves a sender, a receiver,
a code and a language that is
understood by both the
sender and receiver.
“Technology” refers to the use of scientific knowledge to
invent tools that assist human beings in their efforts to
overcome environmental hazards and impediments to
comfort. In this regard, technology refers to the things like
computer, telephone, cell phone, GSM handsets, television,
radio, etc.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
encompasses the vast world of technologies that shape

how we create, access, store, and share information.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
✓Deals with the use of different

communication technologies such as
mobile phones, telephone, Internet,
etc. to locate, save, send, and edit
information.
✓Digital forms of communication

including tools available in the
internet , such as blogging and e-mail,
as well as computer software, such as
Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
CONCEPT OF ICT
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have

been seen as pioneering tools for the promotion of the better
delivery of government programmes and services, enabling
the empowerment of citizens through greater access to
information, delivery of more efficient government
management processes, better transparency and
accountability, and the mitigation of corruption risks.
Key Components of ICT
 Hardware: The physical devices that make up
the technological infrastructure, like computers,
smartphones, servers, and networks.
 Software: The programs and applications that
operate on the hardware, like operating
systems, productivity tools, communication
apps, and games.
 Data: The digital information processed and
manipulated by hardware and software,
including text, numbers, images, audio, and
video.
 Networks: The infrastructure that connects all
these elements, allowing data to be shared and
communicated instantly across the globe.
Advantages of using ICT in Education
 Increased access to information: ICT provides students with access

to a vast amount of information from all over the world.
Improved communication: ICT can help students to communicate
with their teachers, classmates, and other learners from all over the
world.
 Personalized learning: ICT can be used to personalize learning for
each student.
Advantages of using ICT in lessons
Improved problem-solving skills: ICT can help students to develop

their problem-solving skills.
Prepared for the future: ICT is an essential skill in the 21st century
workforce.
Increased engagement: ICT can make learning more engaging for

students.
Some Negative Effects of ICT
Cyberbullying: ICT can be used for cyberbullying, which is the use of

electronic devices to bully or harass another person
Distraction: ICT can be a distraction for students, especially if they
are not using it responsibly.
Cost: ICT can be expensive, both for schools and for families.
Digital divide: Not all students have equal access to ICT, which can
create a digital divide between those who have access and those
who do not.
Current Situation of ICT in the Philippines
 In the April 2022 Ookla Speedtest Global
Index, the Philippines ranked 95th of 142
countries in mobile internet speed with
19.45 Mbps (global average of 30.75
Mbps) and 59th of 181 countries with
55.21 Mbps (global average of 63.46
Mbps) in fixed broadband speed.
 By 2025, the number of mobile

subscribers in the Philippines will reach
159 million, and broadband subscribers
will number 10.8 million.
Progress and Growth:
Market Expansion: The Philippine ICT market is

projected to reach US$33.93 billion by 2027, fueled by
increasing internet penetration and digital adoption
across various sectors.
Strong Mobile Sector: With over 159 million

mobile subscribers expected by 2025, Filipinos
increasingly access the internet and digital
services through smartphones.
 Government Initiatives: Programs like "Digital

Pilipinas" and "Free Wi-Fi for All" focus on
infrastructure development, digital literacy, and
e-governance, aiming to bridge the digital
divide.
 Emerging Technologies: AI, cloud computing, and

blockchain are being explored for applications in
healthcare, finance, agriculture, and other fields.
 Digital Economy Boost: The digital economy

contributed 9.4% to the Philippines' GDP in 2022,
highlighting the growing importance of digital
transactions and platforms.
 The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated

the adoption of ICT in many sectors,
including education, healthcare, and
business.
Filipinos are very familiar with such problems.
 Slow and
expensive internet
 No 3G, 4G, & 5G

LTE coverage or
connectivity
 “UNLIMITED”
services
 Fair Usage Policy

aka FUP
 Hacking
 Cyberbullying and
social media
flogging
 Social media
addiction
 Hoaxes
 Online Scams
Status of 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.
✓In a data gathered by the Annual Survey of Philippines Business and
Industries, NSO, 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.

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Lesson 1:

encompasses the vast world of technologies that shape

✓Deals with the use of different

✓Digital forms of communication

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have

 Increased access to information: ICT provides students with access

Improved problem-solving skills: ICT can help students to develop

Increased engagement: ICT can make learning more engaging for

Cyberbullying: ICT can be used for cyberbullying, which is the use of

 By 2025, the number of mobile

Progress and Growth:

Market Expansion: The Philippine ICT market is

Strong Mobile Sector: With over 159 million

 Government Initiatives: Programs like "Digital

 Emerging Technologies: AI, cloud computing, and

 Digital Economy Boost: The digital economy

 The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated

Filipinos are very familiar with such problems.

 No 3G, 4G, & 5G

 Fair Usage Policy

✓Philippines as the “ICT Hub of Asia”.

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