REFLECTION

 ‎This quarter presented many learning opportunities, and the biggest challenge was creating our homepage using CBR (Community Based Research). Building the homepage was a real headache at first! I didn't know where to begin, and I made lots of mistakes and drafts along the way. It was frustrating, but I also found it surprisingly enjoyable.

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‎The process of learning how to code a webpage was a journey of trial and error. I started by experimenting on my own, but I quickly realized I needed more help. I asked some classmates who are good at coding for assistance, which was helpful, but I still struggled. To overcome this, I searched online for tutorials and followed step-by-step guides.

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‎After many attempts, countless hours of work, and a lot of perseverance, our homepage finally worked! It felt amazing to see it all come together. I learned that practice truly does make perfect. The experience taught me the importance of patience, persistence, and seeking help when needed.

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‎For the next quarter, I'm determined to build on this experience. I'll continue to practice my coding skills, focusing on my goal. I also plan to explore more advanced techniques and expand my knowledge of HTML. I'm confident that I can achieve my goals with continued effort and learning. I'm excited to see what I can accomplish.

My CBR Journey

To learn about Quirino's history, we visited the Quirino Museum. There, we discovered some of his accomplishments and contributions during his presidency, including a video of one of his speeches. We learned that Quirino made significant contributions to the country.

Since our ICT teacher, Ma'am Evelyn, was absent, we used the class time to work on our CBR projects. We worked together on the basic design of our homepages. Here's a photo of our group brainstorming session:

We also visited the statue of Don Dimas, located near the gymnasium in Barangay Don Dimas. Here's a photo of me:

One of our group members was having trouble with the team profile section of our CBR project. The photo wasn't displaying correctly, so she asked me to help fix the tags.

We went to the Caoayan Municipal Hall to interview some officials about Caoayan's history. We also saw a statue of Quirino there.

History of Vigan: A Journey Through Time

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The Philippines has a rich history and culture waiting to be discovered, in which Vigan stands out. Vigan, a Spanish colonial town built in the 16th century, became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999 because it's one of the best-preserved examples of a Spanish colonial city in the world. It's also important because it was one of the first places Koreans learned about the Philippines.

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‎Vigan was founded in 1572 by the Spanish conquistador Juan de Salcedo. Vigan quickly became a vital center of Spanish power in northern Philippines, managing government, religion, and trade. A short British occupation during the Seven Years' War (1762-1764) interrupted this, but Spanish rule resumed. Elevated to city status in 1858, Vigan flourished as a trading hub, renowned for its beautiful Spanish colonial architecture. The Philippine Revolution of 1898 brought significant change, with American forces eventually taking control and establishing Vigan as the capital of Ilocos Sur province.

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‎Vigan got some really big recognition. Because its old Spanish buildings were so well-preserved, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it's a super important historical place that the whole world knows about. Today, Vigan is a popular place for tourists to visit, showing off the Philippines' amazing history and culture.

https://nojuanisanisland.com/2015/03/08/heritage-city-of-vigan/

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https://primer.com.ph/feature/2017/02/15/travel-back-in-time-to-the-historic-city-of-vigan-ilocus-sur/

Chinese New Year: A Joyful Celebration

 In the history of the Philippines, Chinese New Year blends with our traditions. Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays for the Filipino-Chinese community. This event is a joyful celebration bringing together Filipino and Chinese communities of all ages; it means bringing families together. As January comes to an end, Chinese New Year is approaching. 

 

Filipinos, reflecting the strong Chinese influence in their culture, celebrate by preparing tikoy and other Chinese foods, consulting feng shui experts, and reading their Chinese horoscopes. In Proclamation No. 295, issued in November 2011, Aquino stated that declaring Chinese New Year a special non-working holiday would allow Filipinos and Filipino-Chinese to celebrate the holiday. In his declaration, Aquino said the celebration of Chinese New Year "is a manifestation of our solidarity with our Chinese-Filipino brethren who have been part of our lives in many respects as a country and as a people." The Philippines and China are arguing over the West Philippine Sea, but it doesn't change the fact that we are still celebrating Chinese New Year. 

 

In the Philippines, Chinese New Year is a big deal, showing how Filipino and Chinese cultures are mixed together. Even though there are disagreements between the countries, people still celebrate together happily, proving how important this holiday is for everyone.

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