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.

Outlines

00:00

🔬 Contributions of Filipino Presidents to Science and Technology

This segment discusses the significant contributions of Filipino presidents to the development of science and technology in the Philippines. It is the second part of a series, following up from the first part that discussed Presidents Carlos Garcia, Ferdinand Marcos, and Corazon Aquino. This part focuses on Presidents Fidel Ramos, Joseph Estrada, and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. Under Ramos, there was a notable increase in personnel specializing in science and technology, the addition of Philippine Science High Schools, and the provision of scholarships for STEM-related fields. The Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel was established, along with the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines. Estrada's term, though brief, saw the launch of a program based on cost-effective irrigation technologies, the establishment of a science high school in every province, and the advancement of industries and schools into the internet age, including the passage of the E-commerce Act. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's administration is highlighted as the 'Golden Age' for science and technology in the Philippines, with numerous laws and projects aimed at using technology to boost the country's economic level. The term 'Philippine Innovation' was coined, and efforts were made to position the Philippines as an innovation hub in Asia.

05:02

📚 Strengthening Science and Technology Education in the Philippines

The second paragraph continues the discussion on the development of science and technology in the Philippines under different administrations. It emphasizes the further development of STI (Science, Technology, and Innovation) under President Arroyo by strengthening the educational system, particularly the Philippine Science High School, which focuses on science, technology, and mathematics. Republic Act 10601 was imposed to improve the agriculture and fisheries sector through mechanization, known as AFMEC. The video concludes by acknowledging the sources of content and photographs used in the video series, and it invites viewers to like and subscribe for more content. The narrator expresses gratitude for the viewers' attention and hints at future videos on the topic.

Keywords

💡Science and Technology

Science and technology refer to the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world through empirical and theoretical methods, and the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes. In the video, this term is central as it discusses the contributions of various Filipino presidents to the development of these fields in the Philippines. For example, the script mentions the increase in personnel specializing in science and technology and the establishment of science high schools.

💡Filipino Presidents

The term 'Filipino Presidents' refers to the individuals who have held the highest office in the Philippines, leading the country and influencing its policies and direction. The video specifically discusses the contributions of Presidents Carlos Garcia, Ferdinand Marcos, Corazon Aquino, Fidel Ramos, Joseph Estrada, and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to the field of science and technology during their respective terms.

💡STEM

STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It represents the fields of study that are often emphasized for their role in driving innovation and economic growth. In the context of the video, STEM education is highlighted as a focus area for the advancement of science and technology in the Philippines, with the script mentioning the upliftment of STEM courses and degrees.

💡Scholarships

Scholarships are financial aid awarded to students based on various criteria, often academic merit or field of study. The video script notes that the Philippine government provided 3,500 scholarships for students pursuing science and technology-related professions, indicating a strategic investment in the future workforce of these fields.

💡Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel

The Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel, also known as Republic Act Number 8439, is a Philippine law that aims to provide incentives and rewards for individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of science and technology. The video emphasizes this act as a key policy under President Fidel Ramos's administration to motivate and recognize excellence in science and technology.

💡Intellectual Property Code

The Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, referred to as Public Act Number 8293 in the script, is a law that governs the protection of intellectual property rights such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights. The video mentions the enactment of this code as part of the efforts to foster innovation and protect the rights of creators and inventors in the field of science and technology.

💡E-commerce Act

The E-commerce Act is a legislation aimed at regulating and promoting electronic commerce, which includes online transactions and digital information processing. In the video, it is mentioned as one of President Joseph Estrada's contributions, indicating the government's efforts to adapt to the digital age and integrate technology into business practices.

💡Golden Age

In the context of the video, the 'Golden Age' refers to a period of significant progress and achievements in a particular field. The script describes President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's term as the 'Golden Age' for science and technology in the Philippines, highlighting the numerous laws and projects that were enacted to promote technological advancement and innovation.

💡Philippine Innovation

Philippine Innovation is a term used in the video to describe the vision of making the Philippines an innovation hub in Asia. This concept is tied to the country's efforts to strengthen its science, technology, and innovation sectors, as exemplified by the initiatives and policies implemented during President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's administration.

💡Agricultural Mechanization

Agricultural mechanization refers to the process of introducing machinery and technology into agricultural practices to increase efficiency and productivity. The video mentions Republic Act 10601, which was enacted to improve the agriculture and fisheries sector through mechanization, demonstrating the government's commitment to applying technology to enhance traditional industries.

Highlights

President Fidel V. Ramos increased personnel specializing in science and technology.

Addition of Philippine Science High Schools, especially in millennium areas.

3,500 scholarships provided for students in science and technology fields.

Schools modernized with high-tech equipment for students.

Magna Carta for Science and Technology Personnel established as Republic Act No. 8439.

Incentives Act for science and technology influencers enacted as Republic Act No. 7459.

National Program for Gifted Filipino Children was pushed through.

Science and Technology Scholarship Law of 1994 enacted for high schools specializing in science and engineering.

Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines enacted as Public Act No. 8293.

President Joseph Estrada launched a program based on cost-effective irrigation technologies.

Estrada established one science high school in every province.

Advanced industries and schools into the internet age and passed the E-Commerce Act.

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's term was dubbed the 'Golden Age' for science and technology.

Numerous laws and projects concerning environment and science to push technology as an economic tool.

Term 'Philippine Innovation' and 'Filipino Vision' used to help the Philippines become an innovation hub in Asia.

Strengthened the Philippine Science High School's focus on science, technology, and mathematics.

Republic Act 10601 improved the agriculture and fisheries sector through mechanization.

Transcripts

we're now in our power two of the

filipino presidents and their

contributions

in the development of science and

technology in the philippines this is

still in our playlist

and science technology society so this

is already in the part two

recall in the part one we have talked

about presidents

carlos garcias ferdinand marcos

and corazon aquino in this video we're

going to talk about the contributions

under their administrations in science

and technology in particular

of presidents with fidel buramos joseph

estrada

and gloria macapagal arroyo and let's

start

let's start first with president fidel b

ramos that's his picture

okay and under his roof under his um

presidency there there is significant

increase in personnel

specializing in the science and

technology field which is

a good um a good part okay

of his of his term okay addition to

philippine science high schools

especially in the science in the

millennium areas

government provided 3 500 scholarships

for students who were taking up

professions related to science and

technology so which uplifted

the courses or degrees under science and

technology in the stem

the stem parts stem courses or degrees

schools were becoming more modernized

and updated with the additional of high

tech equipment

for students so this is the the first

movement for it

priority for science and technology

personnel increased when the magna carta

for science and technology personnel

also known as republic act number

8439 was established award was published

in order to give incentives and rewards

for people who have been influential in

the field of science and technology

is also called as the investors and

inventions incentive acts

incentives act rather or the republic

act number

7459 so which um

you know which which developed um the

the the science of technology more in

the philippines

and you know motivated those who will

you know go into science and technology

programs such as national program for

gifted filipino children

and science technology was enacted it

must push through

also under president ramos and there is

an enactment of the law

creating a nationwide system of high

schools

specializing in the field of science and

engineering

this is known as the science and

technology scholarship law of 1994.

enacted also the intellectual property

code of the philippines which is

very clear now under also known as the

public act

number 8293 okay and uh yeah that's it

that's it for president fidelberg

ramos's um

developments under his administration of

science

under science and technology now let's

move on to our next president this is

president joseph estrada that's his

picture

um joseph estrada only has

ruled or you know um have his term in

the presidency

for like three years okay so pretty much

um

he has only only um you know

less um what i call that

enactments or loss regarding science and

technology since he only lasted for

three years

and let's not talk about that why in

this video

so president strada launched a full

sleep

full-scale program based on

cost-effective irrigation technologies

he also established one science high

school in every province

okay and he advanced the industries and

schools into the internet age this is

where the time where the internet is

you know getting the the world is

getting closer and closer

via globalization and he also

passed the e-commerce act okay so that's

it for

uh president estrada let's move on to

our last president in this video in this

list

which is president gloria macapaca

arroyos arroyo rather sorry

gloria mccable arroyo that's her so

under

president arroyo's time the science and

technology sector of the philippines

was dubbed as the golden age okay during

her term

okay so we have numerous laws and

projects that concerns

both the environment and science to push

technology as a tool

to increase the country's economic level

so um

again it's doubles the golden age so you

know

the term philippine innovation okay

filipino vision

was was the coin term used in helping

the philippines

to be an innovation hub in asia okay so

this is under

um the rule or the rule the presidency

of

president aquino president roy rather

sorry president gloria rory

also under president aurora's time

science technology and innovations known

as

sti was developed further by

strengthening the schools and education

educational system such as the

philippine science high school

or the pshs which focuses in science

technology and mathematics in their

curriculum

she also imposes republic act 10601

which improves the agriculture and

fisheries

sector through mechanization also known

as af

mec okay so pretty much in this

module we're done with all the

presidents so we have talked about

presidents

carlos p garcia ferdinand marcos corazon

aquino fidel b ramos joseph estrada

gloria mcappella and their status

of science technology during their

administration

so that's it for this second video um

maybe i just need to give

drew credit okay for all my videos

from sts5 science and technology

science technology in 685 sts-6 and sts

7 part 1 and including this video the

part two

um i will give the credit

to this site okay where i took my the

content most of them

and also for all the photos photographs

of the precedence from this site

okay so that's it for this video thank

you very much for watching

um this is the part two of two video

in our filipino presidents and their

contributions in the development of

science and technology in the society

science technology in the philippines

rather okay

so that's it for this batch of videos

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