Summer 2012 National Conference
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RGEC
TYPOL
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Theme:
Managing Change
in Language Education
CAS Little Theater
Department of Humanities
College of Arts and Science
Benguet State University
May 3-5, 2012
Conference Rationale
A package of curriculum reforms is about to unfold beginning school year
2012-2013. This includes the K to 12 basic education curriculum, the upgrading of
the general education program, and the outcomes- and typology-based quality
assurance in higher education. Being concrete forms of educational change,
various stakeholders are preparing to manage their implementation and impact.
In particular, these reforms will require modifications in all spheres of language
teaching: matter, methods, materials, measurement, mentees’ needs that must
be met, and mentors’ roles to achieve the goal of developing functionally literate
citizens equipped with “21st Century skills” capable of meeting the demands of
the new digital economy where English is for now the global lingua franca.
With these challenges in mind, the Philippine Association for Language
Teaching (PALT) Inc. focuses on the theme “Managing Change” for its 2012
Summer Conference.
Objectives
After taking part in this conference that focuses on strengthening
teachers’ capabilities in managing change, participants are expected to:
1. affirm their roles as change managers in light of the education reform
initiatives that have bearing on the professional discipline of language
education;
2. explore potentials of indigenous materials and contexts in developing
language skills in one’s mother tongue and in the target language in the
early years;
3. realize the need for teaching approaches that facilitate the transfer of
language skills from one’s mother tongue to the target language;
4. articulate implications of a standards-based view of language teaching
in basic education, higher education, and technical-vocational
education; and
5. formulate a research agenda that will help monitor and evaluate the
outcomes of changes in language teaching brought about by state
education reforms.
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Program of Activities
Day 1: Thursday, May 3, 2012
Prof. Aurelio P. Vilbar, Officer of the Day
6:30 – 9:00 A.M.
9:00 – 9:45 A.M.
Prayer
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Welcome Breakfast
Opening Ceremonies
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Prof. Carolina T. Gonzales
New Era University
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
(responses in Philippine languages)
The Philippine National Anthem …..
Dr. Neil Armstrong M. Satoquia
University of Santo Tomas
Treasurer, PALT, Inc.
Welcome Remarks……………………. Dr. Ben D. Ladilad
President, Benguet State University
Opening Remarks
and Statement of Purpose .............. Dr. Ma. Milagros C. Laurel
University of the Philippines Diliman
President, PALT, Inc.
Inspirational Talk ……………………… Dir. Luisa S. Valencia
Director, CHED-CAR
Presentation of Participants ………... Ms. Margarita C. Ballesteros
Commission on Higher Education
Secretary, PALT, Inc.
9:45 – 10:30 A.M.
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Plenary Session 1: Keynote Address
“The Teacher as Change Manager”
Mr. Alan R. Holst
Cultural Affairs Officer, US Embassy
10:30 –10:45 A.M. …………………………...
Health Break
10:45 – 11:45 A.M. ……………………………
Plenary Session 2
“Regional and Global Imperatives
for National Curriculum Reform”
Dr. Ethel Agnes P. Valenzuela
Senior Specialist, SEAMEO Innotech
11:45 – 12:00 P.M. ……………………………
Open Forum
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11:45 – 12:00 P.M. ……………………………
Open Forum
Moderator: Dr. Edizon A. Fermin
Miriam College High School
Vice President, PALT, Inc.
12:00 – 1:00 P.M.
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Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 P.M.
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Plenary Session 3
“Transitions: Multilingualism (MTB-MLE)
and Higher Education”
Ms. Emily J. Khulman
US Department of State
English Language Fellow
2:00 – 2:15 P.M.
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Open Forum
Moderator: Dr. Helen C. Parcon
Marikina Polytechnic College
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
2:15 – 3:15 P.M.
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Plenary Session 4
“Research in Basic Education”
Dr. Ma. Lourdes G. Tayao
University of the Philippines
Diliman (Ret.)
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
3:15 – 3:30 P.M.
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Open Forum
Moderator: Prof. Teresita P. Ignacio
University of the Philippines
Diliman (Ret.)
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
3:30 – 3:45 P.M.
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Health Break
3:45 – 4:45 P.M.
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Plenary Session 5
“Integrated Language Arts
in the K to 12 Curriculum”
Dr. Edizon A. Fermin
Miriam College High School
Vice President, PALT, Inc.
4:45 – 5:00 P.M.
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Open Forum
Moderator: Dr. Jane K. Lartec
St. Louis University
President, PALT Baguio City Chapter
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5:00 – 5:30 P.M.
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Orientation on the Socials/Cultural Night
Dr. Neil Armstrong M. Satoquia
University of Santo Tomas
Treasurer, PALT, Inc.
6:30 – 8:30 P.M.
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Dinner and Socials/Cultural Night
Day 2 : Friday, May 4, 2012
Dr. Elvira S. Balinas, Officer of the Day
8:30 – 9:00 A.M.
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Morning Activities
Dr. Elvira S. Balinas
Angeles University Foundation
President, PALT Central Luzon Chapter
9:00 – 10:00 A.M.
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Plenary Session 6
“The Role of Culture in Early Literacy”
Dr. Eufracio C. Abaya, Jr.
Professor of Anthropology
University of the Philippines Diliman
10:00 – 10:15 A.M. ……………………
Open Forum
Moderator : Dr. Edith M. Atendido
District Supervisor, DepEd Cavite
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
10:15 – 10:30 A.M. ……………………. Health Break
10:30 – 11:30 A.M. ……………………
Plenary Session 7
“Transitioning to L2 (Filipino/English)”
Dr. Rosario I. Alonzo
University of the Philippines Diliman
Immediate Past President, PALT, Inc.
11:30 – 11:45 A.M. ……………………
Open Forum
Moderator : Ms. Digi Ann Castillo
World Vision, Inc.
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
11:45 – 1:15 P.M.
Lunch
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1:15 – 4:30 P.M.
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Parallel Teaching Demonstrations
Parallel Session A
Teaching in Basic Education
Prof. Pamela A. Razon
Integrated School
University of the Philippines Diliman
Dr. Rosario I. Alonzo
University of the Philippines Diliman
Immediate Past President, PALT, Inc.
Parallel Session B
Teaching in Tertiary Education
Prof. Carolina T. Gonzales
New Era University
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
Dr. Helen C. Parcon
Marikina Polytechnic College
Board Member, PALT, Inc.
Dr. Neil Armstrong M. Satoquia
University of Santo Tomas
Treasurer, PALT, Inc.
Day 3 : Saturday, May 5, 2012
Dr. Jane K. Lartec, Officer of the Day
8:30 – 9:00 A.M.
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Morning Activities
Dr. Jane K. Lartec
St. Louis University
President, PALT Baguio City Chapter
9:00 – 9:30 A.M.
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Plenary Session 8
“Formulating Agenda for Materials
Development and Research”
Dr. Ma. Milagros C. Laurel
University of the Philippines Diliman
President, PALT, Inc.
Prof. Aurelio P. Vilbar
University of the Philippines Cebu
PRO, PALT, Inc.
9:30 – 11:00 A.M.
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Workshop and Presentation of Outputs
11:00 – 11:30 A.M. ……..…………………..
Business Meeting and Election
11:30 – 12:00 NN
Closing Ceremonies
Distribution of Certificates
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PALT, Inc. Local Chapter Officers
Baguio City Chapter
(All officers based are based in Saint Louis University.)
President:
Dr. Jane K. Lartec
Vice president:
Ms. Lourdes Casilen
Secretary:
Ms. Stephenie Busbus
Asst. Secretary:
Ms. Ermilyn Ramos
Treasurer:
Ms. Marilyn Batacan
Asst. Treasurer:
Ms. Freda Bacuso
Auditor:
Ms. Felina Espique
Asst. Auditor:
Ms. Marilyn Wangkey
PRO:
Mr. Joselito Gutierrez
Mr. Miel Albert Laoyan
Representatives:
LHS:
Ms. Zenaida Flores
English:
Ms. Colette Lydio
Filipino:
Ms. Gina Padua
Prof. Ed.:
Ms. Villiam Ambong
Consultant:
Dr. Maria Corazon O. Bomogao
Dean, School of Teacher Education
Central Luzon Chapter
President:
Dr. Elvira S. Balinas, Angeles University Foundation
Vice- President:
Mr. Dennis G. Infante, Angeles University Foundation
Secretary:
Mrs. Yolanda C. Valencia, Angeles University Foundation
Treasurer:
Mr. Jarrent R. Tayag, AUF Integrated School
PRO:
Dr. Alita Agapay, Angeles University Foundation
Board Members:
Dr. Erlinda B. Sialongo, Angeles University Foundation
Dr. Elemelie Escalona, Retired English Supervisor, Olongapo City
Mrs. Arceli Lopez, Holy Family Academy
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PALT, Inc. National Board
of Directors
MA. MILAGROS C. LAUREL, Ph.D.
TERESITA P. IGNACIO
University of the Philippines Diliman
President
University of the Philippines Diliman (Ret.)
Board Member
EDIZON A. FERMIN, Ph.D.
HELEN C. PARCON, Ph.D.
Miriam College
Vice President
Marikina Polytechnic College
Board Member
MARGARITA C. BALLESTEROS
EDITHA M. ATENDIDO, Ph.D.
Commission on Higher Education
Secretary
Department of Education - Cavite
Board Member
NEIL ARMSTRONG
M. SATOQUIA, Ph.D.
JANE K. LARTEC, Ph.D.
Saint Louis University
University of Santo Tomas
Treasurer
COUNCIL OF ADVISERS
MA. LOURDES G. TAYAO, Ph.D.
University of the Philippines Diliman (Ret.)
Auditor
ROSARIO E. MAMINTA, Ph.D.
AURELIO P. VILBAR
University of the Philippines Diliman (Ret.)
University of the Philippines Cebu
Public Relations Officer
MAGELENDE FLORES, Ph.D.
University of the Philippines Diliman (Ret.)
EDNA DELA CRUZ, Ph.D.
CLINT RICHARD L. CHUA
University of the Philippines Diliman (Ret.)
Kalayaan College
Business Manager
ROSARIO I. ALONZO, Ph.D.
University of the Philippines Diliman
Immediate Past President
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PALT, Inc. Anthem
Conceived with a noble vision
Born in the sixties with a loving mission
To serve the teachers of the nation
In improving language instruction
An organization of language educators
With P.A.C. and T.E.S.O.L.
Raising the standards of education
Providing leadership and inspiration
We have gone half a century
For the sake of our learners and mentors
Be it Filipino, English or other languages
As we become a guiding light to all
Let's continue to live and dream
Let's continue to aim and train
May we remain aglow
With wisdom and knowledge
To embrace the world of languages
For God's greater glory
The betterment of teachers
And the benefit of learners
Hail the Philippine Association for Language Teaching
Hail the Philippine Association for Language Teaching
Hail P.A.L.T.!
Lyrics: Teresita P. Ignacio
Music: Augusto Espino
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BY-LAWS
Article I: Name and Purpose
This organization shall be called The Philippine Association for Language Teaching, Inc.,
hereinafter referred to as PALT, Inc., with business address at the Department of Language
Teaching, College of Education, University of the Philippines System, Diliman, Quezon City,
Metro Manila.
The aim of PALT, Inc. shall be to help promote better language instruction in the Philippines on all instructional levels, irrespective of the language taught, by encouraging and
coordinating efforts at improving instruction in any language through any of the means that
the Association may decide to undertake to achieve its goals, such as the following:
publication of a journal for language teaching and of books, articles, and instructional materials in applied linguistics;
holding of periodic conferences, lectures, and demonstrations in language teaching and
other related subjects in linguistics;
encouragement and sponsoring of linguistic research and preparation of language teaching materials through grants and contests;
evaluation of policies and publications and other materials in language teaching; and
undertaking service projects for language instruction such as:
a pool of language instructors and consultants on language teaching made available to
offices, schools, and universities that may desire and request their services;
speech improvement centers for various languages taught in the Philippines, such as Filipino and English; and
a main consultant – service center accessible to language teachers for consultation on
research sources for findings, instructional materials, teaching procedures, etc.
promotion of the organization of chapters of PALT in the Philippines and of similar associations in other countries, ultimately to be affiliated into an International Association for
Language.
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PALT, Inc. extends its gratitude
to the Summer 2012 Conference Host:
This 90-year old school is nestled in the heart of La Trinidad, Benguet the strawberry capital of the Philippines.
Its history dates back to the time when the Baguio-La Trinidad road was only a
rough horse trail in 1916. That was the year when the La Trinidad Experiment Station of
the Bureau of Agriculture was turned over to the Bureau of Education. By this turn of
events, the La Trinidad Farm School was opened with 30 pupils in Grade V.
This development trail blazed the school's metamorphosis, as it expanded its services
and heightened its prominence in the area. According to earlier reports, the Farm
School was planned ultimately to develop into a large normal school, where the best
Igorot pupils will be given special training for the service as teachers among their own
people with emphasis on agricultural education.
The school was renamed La Trinidad National Agricultural School (LTNAS). Four
months later, it was nationalized and named the Mountain National Agricultural
School (MNAS). It was soon converted into the Mountain National College (MNAC);
Mountain Agricultural College ( MAC ); and eventually, the Mountain State Agricultural College (MSAC) in 1969 through RA 5923.
On January 12, 1986 , the College was converted to a state university by virtue of
Presidential Decree (PD) No. 2010 signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos. Initiatives
for this development started in the 70's when former Assemblyman Andres A. Cosalan
filed a bill for the elevation of the Mountain State Agricultural College to a University.
Later in 1984, the incumbent Congressman, Samuel M. Dangwa refiled the bill
with some amendments until PD 2010 was signed. Another local leader responsible for
the attainment of university status was former Benguet Governor Ben Palispis.
From 1916 until the late forties, the school was headed by Donato Cariño, James
A. Wright, J.R. Zollanger, Clayton Abbot, Glen Grisham, Russel Taylor, Clayton C.
Douglas, and Luis J. Dangilan.
Succeeding heads were Constancio T. Medrana, Julian Mamaril, Amado C. Tolentino, Bruno M. Santos, Pedro Ventura, Antonio G. Dumlao, Lawana T. Batcagan,
Fortunato A. Battad, Lucio B. Victor, Cipriano C. Consolacion, Rogelio D. Colting and
the incumbent President Ben D. Ladilad.
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PALT Partners
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