Eastern
Communications, one of the premier telecommunications companies in the country,
recently concluded its webinar entitled “Onward: Nurturing Fearless Educators”
in partnership with the Department of Education among public elementary school
teachers in Manila and Caloocan.
In line with its
continued commitment to empowering various sectors including education amidst
the pandemic, the virtual event aimed to address the growing needs of teachers,
educators, and facilitators when it comes to efficient distance learning and
was graced by motivational speakers and industry leaders.
Director and Executive Producer of Mind S-Cool TV Mitzi Borromeo shared how media was able to shape culture and worldview which also contributes as a celebration of creativity, innovation, constant learning, respect, and appreciation for nature.
CHED Project Development Officer Carlo Fernando during his comprehensive presentation on utilizing technology for effective online teaching.
Meanwhile,
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Project Development Officer Carlo
Fernando introduced best practices for online and distance learning, from
innovative tools to common misconceptions.
“As educators,
it is important for us to continuously innovate because it improves the
learning outcomes and the quality of education provision. Innovating helps us
to remain relevant in the face of rapid changes to society and the national economy,”
shared Fernando.
Furthermore,
educators had the chance to experience a “Mindfulness Session” with Mindfulness
Asia Founder Imee Contreras. Aside from discussing how one can develop
mindfulness skills, such as through deep breathing and meditation, she also
recommended mindfulness tools online to help teachers manage the challenges
brought by the current set up.
“Eastern
Communications fully supports Filipino teachers in finding ways to adapt to the
now normal, where distance learning has become the norm. We are grateful for
the Department of Education for giving us the opportunity to share solutions to
the challenges of online learning to our fearless educators. We hope that this
initiative would empower and inspire them as they impart knowledge in their
virtual classrooms,” said Eastern Communications Marketing Division Head Jed
Estanislao.
Attendees of the
said webinar were also able to receive a Teacher’s Kit from Eastern
Communications which is composed of a free one-year subscription to the online
interactive learning platform Mind S-Cool, portable green screens, laptop mats,
and laptop stands for a more efficient online teaching experience.
Aside from this
initiative, Eastern Communications has also been committed to empowering the
education sector and learners by providing their connectivity services to some
of the well-known educational sites such as Mind Museum and BGC Arts Center in
Taguig.
To learn more
about their services, visit eastern.com.ph.
ABOUT EASTERN COMMUNICATIONS
As one of the
premier Philippine telecommunications companies, Eastern Communications has
evolved into a world-class telecommunications and ICT solutions company
providing extensive portfolio of services that include Connectivity Solutions,
Network Solutions, Security Solutions, Cloud and Data Center Solutions and
Business Applications. It continues to be the solutions partner of choice for
the biggest industry players in the country through its unique brand of
"High Tech" and its "High Touch" service. Eastern
Communications was awarded Telco of the Year in the 2020 Asia Leaders Awards
and has received accolades from prestigious award giving bodies such as The
Stevie Awards program, Best Employer Brand Awards, Philippine Quill Awards,
Anvil Awards, among others.
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