Quiz #3

During Ramos’ term, the establishment of the Science and Technology Coordinating Council aimed to—

• improve collaboration among research institutions and government agencies.

• increase the number of students enrolled in political science and law courses.

• reduce dependence on private corporations for agricultural production.

• centralize the management of local tourism and cultural projects.

Which policy under Ramos contributed to the expansion of information technology in the country?

• The National Information Technology Plan 2000

• The Build, Build, Build Infrastructure Project

• The Free Internet Access Act of 2017

• The National Broadband Network Project

The impact of Ramos’ S&T initiatives can best be seen in—

• the improved connectivity and modernization of communication networks.

• the reduced number of professionals migrating abroad for IT jobs.

• the increase of agricultural exports in neighboring Asian countries.

• the shift from industrialization to a purely service-based economy.

If you were a policymaker during Ramos’ term, what new initiative would best strengthen his IT programs?

• Establishing digital literacy centers in public schools nationwide.

• Creating more tax incentives for political campaign donors.

• Reducing the number of research centers to minimize costs.

• Prioritizing cultural tourism over information technology.

President Estrada’s “Erap Para sa Mahirap” slogan was linked to science and technology through—

• supporting alternative learning and livelihood technologies for poor communities.

• building more casinos to increase the government’s economic fund.

• strengthening partnerships only with foreign business groups.

• promoting luxury vehicle importation for revenue collection.

Which project under Estrada supported access to technological education?

• The expansion of the E-TV Distance Learning Project for public schools.

• The nationwide construction of shopping centers and convention halls.

• The privatization of major communication companies.

• The removal of computer education in the secondary level.

The impact of Estrada’s S&T programs was mostly visible in—

• the increased access of public school students to distance learning materials.

• the decrease in the number of higher education institutions nationwide.

• the decline in research funding for agricultural development.

• the elimination of teacher training in technical subjects.

Estrada’s administration continued supporting research grants from DOST to—

• strengthen the link between scientific research and rural development.

• promote military modernization and urban policing efforts.

• attract entertainment companies to film within the country.

• expand the country’s participation in sports and recreation events.

If Estrada’s term had continued, which policy would best enhance his technological initiatives?

• Developing a national ICT training program for out-of-school youth.

• Replacing science education with foreign language instruction.

• Limiting internet connectivity in provincial schools.

• Abolishing government scholarships for technical students.

Which initiative was launched by Arroyo to modernize governance using technology?

• e-Government Master Plan (e-Gov)

• Build, Build, Build Program

• Balik Scientist Act

• National Broadband Law