Science, Technology, and Society 7 - Filipino Presidents and Science & Technology - Part 2

Summary

This video script discusses the contributions of Filipino Presidents Fidel V. Ramos, Joseph Estrada, and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to the development of science and technology in the Philippines. Under Ramos, there was a significant increase in science and technology personnel, the establishment of the Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel, and the enactment of the Intellectual Property Code. Estrada's term, though brief, saw the launch of a full-scale irrigation program and the establishment of science high schools. Arroyo's era was dubbed the 'Golden Age' for science and technology, with numerous laws and projects aimed at making the Philippines an innovation hub in Asia.

Takeaways

• 📈 Under President Fidel V. Ramos, there was a significant increase in personnel specializing in science and technology.
• 🏫 Ramos's administration added more Philippine Science High Schools and provided scholarships for STEM-related fields.
• 📋 The Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel was established during Ramos's term, incentivizing contributions to the field.
• 🏛️ Ramos enacted the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, promoting innovation and protecting intellectual property rights.
• 🌐 President Joseph Estrada, despite a shorter term, focused on advancing industries and schools into the internet age and passed the E-Commerce Act.
• 🌱 Estrada launched a program based on cost-effective irrigation technologies and established a science high school in every province.
• 🏅 Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's term was marked as the 'Golden Age' for science and technology in the Philippines.
• 💡 The 'Philippine Innovation' and 'Filipino Vision' were terms used to position the country as an innovation hub in Asia under Arroyo.
• 📚 Arroyo's administration strengthened the educational system, particularly in science, technology, and mathematics.
• 🌾 Republic Act 10601 was imposed to improve the agriculture and fisheries sector through mechanization during Arroyo's presidency.

Q & A

What was a significant development in the field of science and technology during President Fidel V. Ramos's administration?

Under President Fidel V. Ramos, there was a significant increase in personnel specializing in science and technology, the addition of Philippine Science High Schools, and the provision of 3,500 scholarships for students in STEM-related fields.

What is the Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel, and when was it established?

The Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel, also known as Republic Act Number 8439, was established during President Fidel V. Ramos's term to give incentives and rewards to influential individuals in the field of science and technology.

Which law was enacted to create a nationwide system of high schools specializing in science and engineering during President Ramos's administration?

The Science and Technology Scholarship Law of 1994 was enacted to create a nationwide system of high schools specializing in the field of science and engineering.

What is the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, and when was it enacted?

The Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, also known as the Public Act Number 8293, was enacted during President Fidel V. Ramos's term to provide clarity on intellectual property rights.

How long was Joseph Estrada in office, and what were his contributions to science and technology?

Joseph Estrada was in office for three years. His contributions to science and technology included launching a full-scale program based on cost-effective irrigation technologies, establishing one science high school in every province, and advancing industries and schools into the internet age.

What was the E-commerce Act that President Estrada passed during his term?

The E-commerce Act was passed by President Joseph Estrada to regulate and promote electronic commerce in the Philippines.

Why is President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's term referred to as the 'Golden Age' for science and technology in the Philippines?

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's term is referred to as the 'Golden Age' due to numerous laws and projects that focused on both the environment and science to push technology as a tool for increasing the country's economic level.

What term was coined during President Arroyo's administration to help the Philippines become an innovation hub in Asia?

The term 'Philippine Innovation' or 'Filipino Vision' was coined during President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's administration to help the Philippines become an innovation hub in Asia.

How did President Arroyo's administration strengthen the educational system in the field of science, technology, and mathematics?

President Arroyo's administration strengthened the educational system by focusing on the Philippine Science High School, which emphasizes science, technology, and mathematics in its curriculum.

What is Republic Act 10601, and how does it improve the agriculture and fisheries sector?

Republic Act 10601, also known as the Agricultural and Fisheries Modernization Act, improves the agriculture and fisheries sector through mechanization, aiming to increase productivity and efficiency.