
According to previous studies, Filipinos use social media more than other countries, which is why a recently-filed bill calls for social media education in schools.
Nueva Ecija Representative Ria Vergara filed House Bill 3114. Moreover, Vergara explains in the bill’s explanatory note that it is designed to teach school-age children how to use the internet and social media platforms responsibly and prudently. They may reap the benefits and avoid the dangers and risks associated with these platforms’ uninformed and unregulated use.
The DepEd will consult with the DICT to craft a curriculum framework that fits specific grade levels for Social Media Education.
Students from Grade 3 to Senior High School will participate in these lessons discussing online gaming and gambling.
According to Vergara, public school teachers should have all the necessary information and skills to teach the course.
Among these are training modules from the Department of Education and free training sessions for teachers in private schools.
Children must understand how to use social media. Many predators on the internet may lure them into illegal activities such as human trafficking and child pornography. In addition, there is a rampant rise in disinformation and fake news.
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