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Education
by Win Gatchalian on October, 11, 2020

TV-based instructions important in distance learning

Though around 59 percent of more than 22 million learners enrolled in public schools are using printed self-learning modules (SLMs) for distance learning, Senator Win Gatchalian said that learning through television-based instruction is a big help in teaching more difficult and complicated subjects.

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on October, 10, 2020

To DOE: Act on all pending solar project applications

Senator Win Gatchalian called on the Department of Energy (DOE) to immediately act on all pending solar project applications emphasizing that a mechanism is already in place that streamlines the permitting process for both foreign and domestic investors.

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on October, 8, 2020

DOE needs to build foundations for a sound nuclear power agenda

Senator Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Energy (DOE) to focus on meeting the necessary steps in the adoption of a national nuclear energy policy before working on the possible utilization of the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP).

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on October, 7, 2020

To DOE: Learn from Vietnam’s experience in pursuing PH nuclear power program

Senator Win Gatchalian called on the Department of Energy (DOE) to consider studying the case of Vietnam in pursuing nuclear power plants before venturing on the revival of the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP).

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on October, 6, 2020

Public involvement critical at every stage of PH nuclear power program

Senator Win Gatchalian backed government efforts to put a premium on public involvement on moves to revive the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP).

Economy & Commerce
by Win Gatchalian on October, 5, 2020

We need to strengthen safeguards vs. sale of counterfeit goods in online market

Senator Win Gatchalian said the booming online business and growing paperless transactions following the lockdowns across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic has spawned the need to further safeguard against fraudulent traders and sale of counterfeit items.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on October, 5, 2020

ALS ratified; education for out-of-school children, adults to continue amid pandemic woes

Senator Win Gatchalian lauded the Senate’s ratification of the bicameral conference committee report on the proposed measure institutionalizing the Alternative Learning System (ALS).

Education
by Win Gatchalian on October, 5, 2020

Distance learning implementation inspected as classes in public schools open

Senator Win Gatchalian is making rounds in Valenzuela to personally inspect the city’s roll-out of distance learning, noting that teachers’ on-ground experiences should serve as bases for determining the success of the implementation of the Education Department’s Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan (BE-LCP).

Education
by Win Gatchalian on October, 3, 2020

Back-to-school essentials donated for safe school opening

As classes for the school year 2020-2021 get underway, Senator Win Gatchalian raises concerns on the safety and welfare of educators nationwide as they distribute self-learning modules.