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I am an Ostrich: When my offline self meets my online self

I find the results of the Web Behavior Test interesting because it did not only narrated some features of my being a Web Ostrich but it also also made me realize that even in real my real life as a person I can say that yes, I am a web ostrich. This is a story when my true self meets my online self. 

I took the exam this morning during the discussion on our project (sorry guys) and it really took me off the discussion because I needed to focus due to an annoying tactic that the exam had- it also tested one's patience. I just got the result by now because the dormitory where I live had a technical difficulty on its WiFi connections. 

The examination results said that I am fast moving, sociable, and specialized. Now let me explain why I find the results interesting and why it really caught me from the time I registered to BBC.

Here are my descriptions according to the result of the test:

Fast-moving - We can tell from your results that you are a speedy surfer - one of the characteristics of the Web Ostrich, whose real-world counterpart has an impressive top speed of 45mph.

Sociable - The web is a social place. You take full advantage of this when you search for information by using social networks and other sites whose content is created by its users. Real-world ostriches are also highly social, even keeping eggs in each other’s nests to share the burden.

Specialised - The real-world ostrich is a true specialist, highly adapted to survive in hot, dusty African grasslands. You might not be at risk from lions when browsing the web, but you are still very focused. From your test we can tell you do best when you concentrate on one task at time, rather than several things at once. (SOURCE)

Here are my reactions to each descriptions wehrein my real self collides with my online self.

Fast-moving - I can confirm that I am this speedy person when it comes to searching stuff online particularly on academics. This is because I am eager to arrive at the results immediately. Though, the Lab Experiment may be true because most of the time I know what I am researching but sometimes, I lack the relevant information needed. In my real life, this is true. I wanted to do tasks as soon as I get them but when my mood changes and I become a procrastinator, I often lose the task given.

Sociable. Yes. This is another aspect of me which I find interesting since whether it be online or offline, I think I am sociable enough. the Lab Experiment says that I tend to spend most of the time in Social Networking Sites -which is true, and that I use the contents made by web users, too- which is also true. I believe that these trust sites are not only significant in connecting with people but also in drafting your career. In real life, I also spend long time with my friends and dorm mates chatting and laughing with them. 

Specialized- Maybe yes, I tend to focus much without even thinking if something might harm me just because of my eagerness to achieve or reach something immediately. In real life, I can also adapt to new spheres and environment, even to people like their behavior and sorts,  just like an ostrich. 

I can say that this Wen Behavior Test did confirm some of my real-person habits and made me realize how the online collides significantly with your offline life. This is more of a self realization examination wherein you will be able to realize the other side of you that you thought did not exist. 

I like this test even though it was long and sort of tested my patience. I almost gave up but I just thought that I needed to finish this badly. I like the way the survey form was made, as the lab said, it's very scientific, very positivist. I wanted to design a similar test like this in the future, but only to focus on Filipinos online. I hope the class will be featured in the next episodes of Virtual revolution. Or maybe, just maybe, we can come up with a similar show like that once we graduate.  Right, Ma'am Data, classmates? :)

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No self plagiarism intended. 

Kabilang dako ng Urbanisasyon

Sila'y patungong siyudad. Mas pinili naming hindi magpasakop

 sa komersyalisasyon at urbanisasyong meron doon, 

kahit na kami ay napapaloob din dito.

Iyon ang bahay nila. Ito ang bahay namin.

Tambay. Sagot sa kawalan ng tabaho. 

Bye to that US scholarship dream

Maybe I just needed this confirmation before fully surrendering my dream of being accepted to a US University for the Global UGRAD Scholarship for school year 2011-2012. I already foresaw that this will happen but I did not prepare myself much for this moment. Maybe, I just made my self so much excited for my flight bound to US not anticipating the defeat as I download the scholarship form from the e-mail of my professor, Ma'am Data Canlas. Now I just hope that things will go to normal, as for me who was excited for over a month just to see the results.

Yes, I got a non-acceptance letter from Fulbright. But thinking that I was able to reach the interview part, I am still blessed to be chosen from hundreds of aspirants who submitted their application form. I just found the result through a text message from my dad hours ago because they already received the letter at home. Here's his full text message:

Good pm son, natanggap na namin yung result ng exam mo sa Fulbright, at, you were not selected for a grant under 2011-2012. But according to the letter, you can re-apply. Your application will be considered, as before, solely on the basis of the merit of your proposal.

Now I know my dad is also upset, even my family, friends, and professors who were really hopeful that I make it to the US. Maybe I was not that good enough during the application process particularly during the interview phase wherein I committed a major mistake which I wish not to disclose herein. I just told my dad  that I would rather focus on my academics and strive harder to maintain my honor standing.

On the other hand, I am happy because if given the opportunity to stay in the US for a year because of the scholarship, I will not be able to see my family for a year, and God knows how painful that would be for me. If God has plans and reasons for everything, what might be the reason why I was not accepted to this scholarship? Maybe, which I am now anticipating, a bigger surprise awaits me.

My professor plugged my blog in class

I am happy on how my professor plugged my blog site in our CWTS class this morning.

"Oh, bisitahin n'yo ang blog ni Aldrin. Ang ganda. Doon niya pinost ang reflection paper niya." The words that I remember that came out from her Dr. Armi Santiago's mouth as she promoted my blog. She was referring to this post which I posted right after our training for Basic life Saving conducted by the MMDA People's Safety Office.

Now I am more challenged to write more substantial entries every now and then. I am also surprised yet excited for our internship at the Philippine Animal Welfare Society for 20 hours! I am excited as she said this but realizing how hard the process just to be their is hesitating to think on. I will just mind the protection for animals than these stuff.

DAAP 10 Dagupan City Chapter conducts Anti Rabies Vaccination

     The DeMolay Alumni Association of the Philippines (DAAP) 10 Dagupan City Chapter in cooperation with the two alumni veterinarians of the Benguet State University, with the DeMolay Pangasinan Chapter,  with the community officials, and with the supervision of the Executive Officer in Region 1-C Dad Darius Garcia, conducted an Anti Rabies and Leptospirosis Vaccination Project at Barangay San Vicente in San Jacinto, Pangasinan on January 23.

     "Our community is very honored to have visitors who are willing to help us especially with our dogs. People in our place are very fond of dogs and with the vaccines that the dogs have today, I am sure they will be rabies-free," said by Barangay Captain Wilfreda T. Del Rosario.

     According to the records that the DAAP 10 officials obtained, there were almost 70 dogs which were vaccinated. The owners were given a card which serves as their dog's health card record.

     Veterinary Doctors Rodarick Simon and Johnray Jovellanos lead the vaccination of the dogs. The College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni President Mr. Brahman Bayang helped in organizing the event and in inviting the veterinary doctors who are also members of the their Alumni Association.

     DAAP 10 officials headed by the President Bro. Vincent Jun Chiu were very happy with the result of the project. Others officials present were the Vice President Bro. Von Roderick Castro, the Secretary Bro. Lech Denmark Palaganas, Treasurer Bro. Jaylord Vidal, and Auditor Bro. Joel Cariño. Other DAAP brethren present were Bro. Jayson Ferrer and Bro. T.G. Gomez.

     Active members of the DeMolay Pangasinan Chapter assisted in the said project. The members were headed by its Master Councilor Bro. David Joshua Resultay. Other officials present were the Senior Councilor Bro. Daniel Jesus Del Rosario, the Junior Councilor Bro. Aldrin Soriano. Other brethren present were Bro. Emmanuel Jesus Del Rosario and Bro. Mark Kevin Muñoz.

By: Aldrin O. Soriano, 24 January 2011. 
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A Little Thing Called Love: A (short) review

I just wasted my time watching 'A Little Thing Called Love.' Yes it is romantic, period. But the ideologies behind the film suck and the myth that it created is terrible. Thanks to my BC 181 lessons for making me aware of such stuff. Reading beyond the text really is vital.

I know you experienced it, too

At some point, or maybe during childhood and especially high school, I admit I've done some sort of crazy stuff to make me noticed by the person I like. And this film shows the stuff most teenagers would do to make an impression to someone he or she likes, or even love. I wanted to watch the entire film!

University Job Fair 2011

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THE UNIVERSITY JOB FAIR 2011

JANUARY 25 - 28

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This made my morning. I tried Googling myself and I found out that Google recognizes me!

I feel loved by Google! :)

UP Circle of Entrepreneurs' Photoshoot

I thought the theme was ragged black and white. I just knew that it was a semi-formal black and white.

Good thing I was able to bring extra stuffs :)

The photoshoot lasted for almost four hours at Ate Angel's place.

For more photos: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=1796005868413&id=1487719733&aid=2104906

Know Who/What My First Kiss was for 2011

     I might not be able to attend the first part of this lecture last week January 10, 2011 I because of a simple dental operation that I had, I can still say that I learned so much from the basics to the applications of today's Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS) class held at the College of Mass Communication (CMC) Auditorium. Plus, my first kiss for this year is a mannequin, I take that for a wow!

     The expertise of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's Public Safety Office nurse and members really helped us to be of service to others especially in case of emergency and when others' lives are at risk. Sir Ryan Castaneda's funny and entertaining lecture yet very informative gave me an idea how hard their work is, thinking that a life is at risk and is at their hands every time they go on the field and lend help to others.

      I learned a lot of things from today's CWTS class. First, I learned that Hepatitis type B is as dangerous and as serious as AIDS. According to Sir Ryan, if you are healthy, the hepatitis virus will just sleep inside your system and once you get unhealthy, the virus will strike at once. This is the reason why he said that hepatitis is a traitor.

      I also learned how to apply a bandage to a patient who had fracture. I was happy doing it on my own during the lecture. It is funny how the demonstrator utilized his teammate to explain the prper procedures to be observed in such cases. Sir Ryan added that the extra cloth in the bandage must be kept hidden because it might be a source of hazard to the patient. He even taught us how to use improvised materials to be used in case we do not have the stuff needed for it.

     When I asked Sir Ryan if their team is situated in different areas within the Metro or if they are just in an office waiting for an emergency call, he answered that thy are in certain 'strategic area' or the places where it is also considered as accident prone palaces such as in the Commonwealth Avenue, East Avenue, and other places I forgot already. It made me realize that there are still a lot of places in the Metropolitan Manila area which are not covered by that 'strategic' places that Sir Ryan has mentioned. I believe that the government must provide adequate fund for this because there are lives who might be lost when accidents happen on the streets without early management of the scenario.

     I was so amazed how I kissed and blew up a mannequin just to save its life! :) I learned a lot from the cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) lecture that they discussed today. There are certain things that you must consider in doing a CPR such as to check the body, the pulse, the motor skill of the patient by asking the patient if he or she can move certain parts of his body, and the sensory of the patient by asking him if he can feel you. And then you can go ahead to do a CPR.

    I learned that doing a CPR is easy just by watching the films portray it, but it is not quite easy in real world when you do it. You need to make sure that the airways are passable by the air that you will push inside the patient's mouth. Yes, you will blow the patient on the mouth and not to kiss. So ensure that you cover his or her lips with yours.

     I am thankful for having a class like this. Com'on where else can you get to learn CPR with the mannequins as props and MMDA officers as your teachers?! ONLY IN MY C.W.T.S. 2 CLASS! :) 

Relief

As I blog this entry I am still inside the classroom in my Advertising class. We just finished presenting our brand which was the National Bookstore. I would like to thank my groupmates Cy Yambao, Fat Reyes, and Monch Misalang. You guys are great! I believe you have not taken your sleep yet, right? Thanks so much! I only had a two-hour sleep, too!

To be accepted or rejected

Fulbright will send the acceptance/rejection letters today for Global UGRAD, according to the one I talked to yesterday from their office. I am so nervous yet excited to receive the letters! *crossed fingers.

January 11, 2011 Shots

A BIG DAY this has been

MORNING. I was able to go to class even if I am late for thirty minutes. I was still able to participate, even not fully and not as substantial as before, at least I had a part during class discussion for our class project. Though I was not able to recite and participate much on the debates due to the pain that I still felt, I take it more than a blessing.

NOON. I attended the 12 noon mass at the Church of the Risen Lord. I thought that since I am free this afternoon, why not spend the first part of it in the church. I felt blessed because I was there 15 minutes before it started, yes way different from my attitude towards my classes. Anyway, I felt more than blessed enough to say that I was able to received the body of Christ, and was able to confess my sins. I am happy because those two are my firsts this year.

PE CLASS. Another blessing that I considered was being able to buy the stuff we needed for the FGD. Then I was also the first one to arrive at the Track Oval. I was able to finish the 10 lapses set by the student teacher. 8 lapses is equivalent to an academic oval.

FGD. The focus group discussion for my Journalism 151 or my Advertising Class really went well! I did learn a lot from the insights of the consumers, and about the brand our group was designated to report on. Thank God Abby attended, or else I won't be able to bring someone, each of the four of us must bring at least 3 friends. I only got Abby.

EVENING. After our FGD, we decided to stroll at the Acad Oval. Then we thought of having a dinner in a place new for the both of us. Abby is one of my closest friends, she was a high school classmate and friend. She knows a lot of things about me, even my dark secrets. HAHA! :)

BANAPPLE. We ate at Banapple. We thought it was located at Katips in front of the Ateneo but we were wrong. It was way farther than there. We took a taxi and drove us passed the bridge. Our dinner was worth every penny spent on it. I ordered for Baked Creamy Cheesy Penne which was so awesome, while Abby took Lasagna Roll-ups for dinner which tasted like leaves but was very presentable.

DORM. I went at the dormitory and realized that there was a lecture. Sir Airnel an MS in Sports Science in the UP College of Human Kinetics, discussed the basics of physical training. He said that, "Okay lang kumain basta kaya mong tunawin." He even taught us some minor exercises yet have big impact.

TWISTED. She did not text. I miss her. I hope she reads this. Angelica, I miss you already. Take care of yourself always.

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Minor Operation

Minor operation later. Damn it. 

I can't attend my Basic Life Saving lecture for CWTS.

Sweetness

This day has been tiring yet thanks to a person who makes and completes my day. You know who you are. :)
Thanks for making me smile all the time.

INQUIRER TAKES OFF

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Used here non-commercially, for academic purposes only.

          No, I was able to appreciate it because it was required by my school paper adviser then, not because I liked the content nor cared about the stories therein. 

             I first encountered the Philippine Daily Inquirer back in elementary when we needed to have a copy of it every day before going inside our press room to write for our school paper and to rehearse for press conferences. I liked it because of its layout. Its page make-up was my inspiration during high school upon joining competitions on desktop publishing. I thought that because of this newspaper I was able to win a national competition on layouting and page make-up. From then on, I started patronizing this ‘fearless’ daily.

            Today, the Philippine Daily Inquirer is starting to revolutionize newspapers in the country. This 25-year-old daily newspaper has already established its position being the most read daily in the country as proven by the surveys conducted by the AC Nielsen, Asia Research Organization, and  the Newspaper Dealer’s Association[1].

Photo is a screen shot of the PDI website available here. 

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            On 1997, during the time when the internet is not yet known, even the website is not yet totally developed in the country as what we have discussed in class; the Inquirer has already established its own website[2]. The daily newspaper was able to save its files using this website though they only started archiving their files seven years after the inception of their web page. Looking at their website now, I think it became an avenue of cluttered advertisements, and a promotional means for their affiliates such as the Bandera, Hinge Inquirer Publication, Cebu Daily News, and even its Inquirer Libre, to be known to their readers and to market it to possible stock holders.

Photo is a screen shot of the PDI website available here. 

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            According to Gary Libby of the Inquirer.net, “We provide a one-touch solution to updated information through different channels...we’re on your desktop or on your mobile.[3]” It is very advantageous for the Inquirer to grab this opportunity since according to Mr. Libby, inquirer.net has 3 million unique visitors and 30 million average page views per month which makes them the leading online newspaper in the Philippines.

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            This massive and aggressive campaign only confirms to the ideology of a convergent culture wherein a lot of media channels are utilized for a media product[4]. The Philippine Daily Inquirer has taken off the benchmark of newspapers in the country as it continues to diverge into new markets and utilize different channels and different media for its media products. It dominated the online newspaper community, it entered the mobile industry and took the opportunity to go with the title of the Philippines as the ‘Texting Capital of the World,’ and now it starts to enter the broadcasting industry when its radio station Radyo Inquirer 990 hit the air waves on September 6, 2010[5].  

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            According to Marvin Javier of the Radyo Inquirer, “we are broadcasting, we are webstreaming, we are using the latest technology where you cannot only hear us or with internet you can view us you can also react to us live via chat in real time.” It only means that they believe to the ideology of interactivity which drives the programs of Radyo Inquirer wherein they audiences can easily impose questions can ask questions immediately during live discussions.

             Even the utilization of social networking sites such as the Facebook and Twitter was also tapped by the Inquirer seeing the potential of these sites to invite more readership.

 Photo is a screen shot of Twitter website available here. 

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            . The Philippine Daily Inquirer might have been successful in dominating and utilizing different media channels, but it cannot be hindered that the product or the content has a very high potential to be redundant in the fact that almost all the content distributed to these media channels are just the same. It might not give Filipinos the chance to know more and discover different horizons the audiences are stocked up to the same media content.

            I believe that Inquirer has been successful in being convergent and in democratizing the news to the people who interact with them. I hope that they will not lose its identity as “balanced and fearless” while trying to explore other media channels to diverge into.

The video below sums up the convergence culture of the 
Philippine Daily Inquirer and the Inquirer Group of Companies.

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[1] “Inquirer still No. 1 by bigger margin, says Nielsen survey,” available at the Philippine Daily Inquirer website: http://www.inquirer.com.ph/pdinews.asp#1; Internet, accessed December 29, 2010.

[2] This information was based on the copyright claim at the Philippine Daily Inquirer website: http://www.inquirer.net/; Internet, accessed January 2, 2011.

[3] As stated in a video of the Inquirer Group of Companies available at Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8AiwAfrAf8; Internet, accessed January 5, 2011.

[4] Henry Jenkins, Convergence Culture: Where Old and New Media Collide, (New York: NYU Press, 2006.)

[5] “Radyo Inquirer 990 hits the airwaves on September 9,” available at the Adobo Magazine website: http://www.adobomagazine.com/global/module.php?LM=news.level1&id=1283766609531; Internet, accessed January 7, 2011. 


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AUTHOR'S NOTE:
THIS is a repost. Original can be retrieved at UP Cybernomad's Website here. No self plagiarism intended, for personal reason purposes only.