Tuesday, November 28, 2006 | MANILA, PHILIPPINES
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In celebration of her creativity and ingenuity that changed the way her students learn using technology, Cecilia Estoque, an English teacher from Agusan National High School in Butuan City, was awarded Best Representative for the Innovation in Community category during Microsoft Corp.’s Worldwide Innovative Teachers Forum, held early this month in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
A panel of education leaders worldwide honored Ms. Estoque’s work, entitled, "My Personal Encounter with The Little Prince," which demonstrated the use of information and communications technology (ICT) in building a technology-rich community that reaches out beyond the classroom, local and national boundaries.
"When I began using technology in the classroom, many thought it was too unusual. Some just wanted things to stay the way they were. After pursuing The Little Prince special project, my students, fellow teachers and I experienced how technology enhances teaching and maximizes the opportunities for learning," said Ms. Estoque.
Ms. Estoque won in the local Microsoft Innovative Teachers Leadership Awards last year. Through the ITLA, Microsoft Philippines recognized high school teachers who have integrated technology into classroom teaching and learning.
The Worldwide Innovative Teachers Forum is the culmination of a series of regional education events.
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