MOA SIGNING. Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-Calabarzon Regional Director Emelita Bagsit (5th from left) and Carmona City Mayor Dahlia Loyola (4th from left) show the memorandum of agreement for the establishment of the 21st Century Learning Environment Model in Carmona City, Cavite province signed on Aug. 19, 2024 at the City Hall. With them are other officials of the DOST in Calabarzon and Department of Education in the province. (Photo courtesy of DOST-Calabarzon)
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Calabarzon is preparing to introduce the 21st Century Learning Environment Model (21st CLEM) in Carmona City, Cavite.
This pioneering initiative will feature a cutting-edge school-based classroom designed to meet the demands of modern education. It will be the first in Cavite province and the 28th across the country.
Josephine Feliciano, project leader and designer from the DOST-Science Education Institute said in a phone interview Wednesday that the 21st CLEM integrates advanced education, information, and communication technologies.
Set to be put up at the Angelo L. Loyola Senior High School (ALLSHS), the classroom will include flexible furniture and tools that support 21st-century teaching and learning methodologies.
It will feature facilities such as robotics equipment, 3D modeling and printing tools, virtual and augmented reality systems, and interactive information and communication technology (ICT) tools.
Additionally, the classroom will have customizable desks and ergonomic chairs designed for mobility and adaptability.
Feliciano said “this environment fosters collaborative teaching and learning, utilizing immersive technologies to bridge the technological gap between educators and students.”
She disclosed that the total project cost is estimated between PHP2 million to PHP3 million.
The local government unit (LGU) of Carmona City will cover 70 to 80 percent of the cost, with the remaining funds to be provided by DOST.
The ceremonial turnover of the 21st CLEM will take place on Oct. 14 during the opening ceremonies of DOST-Calabarzon’s Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week. (PNA)
