The Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) conducted a two-day DIY training program for Senior High School teachers in Earth and Life Science and Physical Science on July 18-19, 2024. This initiative was part of the summer in-service training program for the school year 2024-2025.
On July 18, 2024, the first day of the training focused on content enrichment across three key scientific disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Esteemed professors from Western Mindanao State University led the sessions.
In the Biology segment, participants engaged in hands-on laboratory experiments on microscopy, covering prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the cell cycle, biomolecules, enzymes, and photosynthesis. This session was facilitated by June Dexter Martinez and other tenured biology teachers from the Senior High School unit.
In Chemistry, teachers explored acid-base equilibria, reaction rates, and electrochemistry, guided by Assistant Professor Alfredo Santos, a registered chemist and top notcher in the chemical technician board exam, while the Physics discussions encompassed projectile motion, uniform circular motion, basic electricity, and RC circuits, led by Dr. Marvin Maulion, the head of the Physics Department at WMSU.
On July 19, 2024, the second day provided practical field exposure at various science and innovation sites, enhancing the teachers’ understanding of real-world applications of scientific principles. At the DOST IX Regional Standards and Testing Laboratories, teachers gained valuable insights into laboratory operations and equipment used in Chemical, Microbiology, and Metrology laboratories.
At the ZCWD Water Treatment Plant, participants learned about essential water treatment processes critical for Zamboanga City, with guidance from Assistant General Manager Michael Angelo M. Carbon and his team. The AdZU Fabrication Lab and ZamPen Innohive showcased advanced technology, allowing teachers to engage in 3D fabrication and understand the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Additionally, teachers received training from PHIVOLCS on monitoring volcanic activity, earthquakes, and other natural calamities, promoting awareness of disaster preparedness and risk reduction.
The training was attended by faculty members from the Earth and Life Science, Physical Science, Math, and Research & Immersion departments. The overarching goal of this DIY training was to deepen the teachers’ understanding of scientific concepts and their real-world applications, ultimately enhancing their instructional capabilities for the school year 2024-2025.
