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Introduced by SENATOR RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR.
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY 
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated the movement of the education sector 
towards one that is assisted, if not heavily reliant, on information and 
communications technology (ICT). Because of restrictions in mobility and ban on 
public gatherings, students and teachers alike resorted to use of electronic gadgets 
and videoconference applications to conduct and attend classes. Steady internet 
connection was needed to allcw pupils to participate in virtual discussions and to 
submit their academic requirements. Brick and mortar libraries and textbooks were 
replaced by digital versions.
The current implementation of blended learning is far from ideal, given the 
ICT landscape of the country. Nevertheless, it presented the immense promise of 
utilizing technological innovations in upgrading the delivery of the public education 
system. The use of technology can greatly enhance the learning experience through 
instructional videos, accessible e-books and interactive instructional materials. Virtual 
classrooms can also host a larger number of students compared to the usual 
face-to-face classes, which address backlog in physical infrastructure, especially in 
remote barrios and geographically isolated areas. Integration of electronic devices 
and cyberspace into the learning environment further equips the learners with the 
needed training, values, and competencies for the jobs of the future.


This proposed legislation envisions a transformation in the public education 
system that facilitates the development of our students and readies the country's 
future workforce to the opportunities of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It strives to 
build on the gains, with respect to optimization of ICT, achieved during the age of 
the New Normal, and to sustain the innovations and level of modernization that 
upholds the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and making such 
education accessible to all.
This bill was already approved on Third and Final Reading by the House of 
Representatives during the Eighteenth Congress and was referred to the Senate 
Committees on Basic Education, Arts and Culture, and Sustainable Development 
Goals, Innovation and Futures Thinking.
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
RAMON/Bur^G REVILLA, JR.


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Introduced by SENATOR RAMON BONG RE VILLA, JR.
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY 
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the 'Public Schools of the
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Future in Technology (PSOFT) Act."
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ARTICLE I
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POLICIES AND OBJECTIVES
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - Cognizant of the necessity of adopting Innovative
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technologies to attain development In more positive and transformative ways, the
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State shall:
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a) Uphold the constitutional mandate to accords the highest priority to quality
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education by providing appropriate mechanisms and resources to ensure
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the enjoyment of quality education and services by all Filipino students,
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regardless of social and economic status;
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b) Harness technological innovations, approaches, and instruments in the
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teaching and learning processes that would enhance the performance of
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students and teachers;
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c) Provide all learners with the opportunity to enhance individual capabilities
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and knowledge through information and communications technology (ICT);


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d) Create a system that shall promote and regulate the use of digital 
technology In public education;
e) Enhance the learning experience of students by providing them access to 
digitized copies of necessary reference materials and digital and online 
content through the use of ICT and other related technologies for the 
advancement of education in the country;
f) Provide an accessible complementary mode of learning to allow students to 
continue their education during national health emergencies;
g) Encourage the wider participation of private groups, local government units 
(LGUs) and community-based organizations In content generation and the 
utilization of the broader sphere of science and technology; and
h) Promote public and private partnership in improving access to quality 
education and lifelong learning.
Sec. 3. Objectives. - This Act shall pursue the following objectives:
a) Establish an Inter-agency Task Force to craft and implement the road map 
for the PSOFT;
b) Institutionalize a program for the integration of digital technology and 
innovation In public basic education through the PSOFT Road Map;
c) Identify key components of the PSOFT Road Map; and
d) Provide a public-private partnership (PPP) mechanism to facilitate the 
attainment of the objectives of the PSOFT Road Map.
ARTICLE II
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Sec. 4. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act:
a) Fourth Industriai Revoiution - refers to the ongoing automation of 
traditional manufacturing and industrial practices using modern smart 
technology by integrating advances In large-scale machine-to-machine 
communication, artificial Intelligence, genetic engineering, the Internet of 
Things, and other technologies for increased automation, improved 
communication and self-monitoring, and production of smart machines that 
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b) High Touch, High Tech Framework- refers to a policy framework supported
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by the United Nations Education Commission that espouses the need for
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educators to find a balance between the more modern electronically-
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delivered and digitally-supported method of teaching and the traditional
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face-to-face mode, the latter being teaching methods that are founded on
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a teacher's capability to identify develop, and improve an individual
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student's academic weakness;
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c) Internet safety policy- refers to an age-appropriate, research-based policy
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that regulates the safe, ethical and responsible use of the Internet in public
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education, promotes an informed and critical understanding of the Internet,
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and the education of children and communities about how to prevent or
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respond to problems or dangers related to the Internet and new media; and
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d) New media - refers to emerging digital, computerized, or network
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information and communications technologies that often have Interactive
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capacities, which includes e-mail, instant messaging, text messaging, web
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sites, interactive gaming, social media, cellphones and mobile devices.
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PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY
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Sec. 5. Public Schools of the Future in Technology (PSOFT). - There is hereby
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instituted a PSOFT In all public elementary and secondary schools.
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The PSOFT shall adopt the following principles upon administering basic
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education In the public school system:
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a) Broaden and maximize the use of ICT to aid learning;
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b) Establish a system of upgrading and replacing outdated technology;
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c) Provide technical support to maintain ICT and other technology;
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d) Train and support teachers and students on ICT and other technology'
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e) Develop educators to use IGF effectively in the classroom;
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f) Ensure that the balance between modern and traditional methods of
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teaching are equally utilized to obtain optimum learning outcomes.
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Sec. 6. Creation of the PSOFT Inter-Agency Task Force (PSOFT-lA TF). - There
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The PSOFT-IATF shall, in consultation with concerned non-government entities,
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including private companies, non-profit organizations, and private educational
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institutions, develop the PSOFf Road Map, a consolidation of development plans,
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programs and projects to be Implemented by various departments and agencies of
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the national government for the purpose of advancing digital technology and
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innovation in public basic education.
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The PSOFT-IATF shall be composed of the Secretary of the Department of
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Education (DepEd) as Chairperson and the following as members: (1) Secretary of the
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Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT); (2) Secretary of
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the Department of Science and Technology (DOST); (3) Secretary of the National
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Economic and Development Authority (NEDA); (4) Secretary of the Department of
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Budget and Management (DBM); and (5) Director General of the Philippine Space
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Agency (PhilSA).
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The PSOFT-IATF shall finalize the PSOFT Road Map within twelve (12) months
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from the effectivity of this Act, in accordance with national development goals. The
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PSOFT Road Map shall be incorporated in the Philippine Development Plan.
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Subject to the approval of the DBM, the DepEd, DICT, and PhilSA may create
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positions as they deem necessary for the effective Implementation of this Act, in
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accordance with civil service laws, rules and regulations.
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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) shall formulate a
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program extending assistance to marginalized and disadvantaged students to ensure
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that they may fully participate in the PSOFT Road Map.
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Sec. 7. PSOFT Road Map. - The PSOFT Road Map shall serve as the basis for
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programs and projects aimed a’c improving the quality of education through the use
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Sec. 8. Components of the Road Map. - The PSOFT Road Map shall include the
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a) Physical and Technological Infrastructure
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1) Universal Access to Internet for Public Schools
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c) Digital Reforms in Public School Administration
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1) Internet Safety Policy
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2) Strengthening the Enhanced Basic Education Information System
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3) Digital Alternative Learning System (ALS)
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d) Development of Online Learning Portals
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1) DepEd E-Learning Resources
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PHYSICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
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Sec. 9. Universal Access to the Internet in Public Schools. - All public basic
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education schools shall be provided access to the Internet for the purpose of reducing
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the disparity in computing and information technology knowledge among public school
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learners and raising the standards of Philippine education.
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In addition to traditional means of accessing the Internet, such as commercially
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available connections or existing land-based initiatives of government programs to
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expand access to the Internet, the PSOFT Road Map shall exhaust all options in
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ensuring internet connectivity for all public schools.
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In order to provide the remote areas with digital connectivity, the PSOFT Road
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Map shall provide cost-effective options of establishing a telecommunication satellite
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or installing fiber optic technology infrastructure as part of the National Government
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implementing a Telecommunication Satellite Program, through building, purchase, or
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lease of a satellite, shall be appropriated in accordance with the PSOFT Road Map.
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following equipment and services in all public elementary and secondary schools:
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personal computers (PCs), laptops, tablets, learning devices, digital classroom
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The PSOFT Road Map shall include a plan for the procurement of PCs, laptops 
or tablets for the educational needs of all elementary and secondary public schools. 
All learners will be provided witn the necessary !earning devices as stipulated in the 
PSOFT Road Map. Should budgetary constraints prevent the attainment of such target, 
the national government shall endeavour to meet a ratio of one (1) device for every 
two (2) learners from Grades 4-6 to ensure that learners can make use of productivity 
tools In the conduct of regular classes. The national government shall also maintain 
one (1) device for every fifteen (15) learners from Grades 7-12 to ensure that learners 
can avail of weekly classes on ICT topics that require higher computing power.
The PSOFT Road Map shall provide for the establishment of functional digital 
classrooms in all public schools. Digital classrooms shall be equipped with digital 
boards, computers, wireless router, multimedia projector, printer, and other necessary 
tools and devices.
The PSOFT Road Map shall likewise provide for stable and reliable Internet and 
hybrid intranet connectivity. Educators in public schools shall make use of ICT and 
hybrid intranet connectivity as presentation tools to complement traditional teaching 
methods. The DepEd, with the technical assistance of DICT, shall develop an 
administrative system in all public schools utilizing hybrid Intranet connectivity in order 
to enhance organizational management and administration, and streamline front office 
procedures.
Sec. 11. PSOFT Pilot Schools. - The national government shall establish PSOFT 
pilot schools In the academic year following the effectivity of this Act. The pilot schools 
shall be located in Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao and shall fully comply 
with the requirements of Article IV in this Act, as follows:
a) The pilot school shall have full, unrestricted access to the internet and for 
this purpose shall be equipped with wireless technology or such other 
modes of connectivity that may be developed: Provided, That school 
administrators shall closely supervise the access of learners to content in 
order to protect them from inappropriate, violent, or immoral material;
b) Teachers shall be adequately trained in ail technologies that the pilot schools 
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ICT devices, tools and equipment to ensure optimum satisfaction in both
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the teaching and learning experiences.
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The DepEd shall, in coordination with NEDA, conduct an Impact study of the
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pilot schools to determine its potential In improving the quality of education. Additional
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pilot schools may be established In the following years, subject to the availability of
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ENHANCED DIGITAL EDUCATION
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elementary and secondary schools must be prepared for the disruptive technologies
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that come with the Fourth Industrial Revolution and have a significant impact on skills
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requirements and on creating a range of opportunities for them in the future.
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achievement, they shall be provided with introductory courses on foundational
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technology that will enhance their future competencies. The DepEd shall determine
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the content and mode of delivery of such foundational technology courses and shall
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introduce them in the curriculum in the school year following the effectivity of this Act.
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these courses, the PSOFT Road Map shall provide for the establishment of innovation
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hubs in every school to enable students to hone their skills and techniques using a
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wide variety of physical and digital tools and equipment. The innovation hubs shall
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allow teachers and learners to carry out technology-based projects that address local
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c) Online gender sensitivity;
d) Proper use of social media and social networking;
e) Responsible and ethical use of the Internet, photographic equipment, smart 
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f) Insights of Republic Act No. 10175 or the "Cybercrime Prevention Act" and 
other related legislation.
The DepEd shall, in coordination with the DICT, enjoin the use of the latter's 
ICT Literacy Competency and Development Bureau and its relevant specialized ICT 
subjects to be utilized as elective courses in Grades 11-12.
Sec. 13. Training and Deveiopment of DepEd PersonneL - The PSOFT Road 
Map shall determine the training and development needs of school administrators, 
teachers, and personnel with respect to ICT.
To ensure that teachers are technologically knowledgeable and well-equipped 
with the right aptitudes and competencies, the DepEd shall establish an Education 
Technology Division that shall implement teaching programs and utilize technology- 
based instruction aids for the effective and efficient performance of teachers under 
the PSOFT Road Map. The DICT shall extend its support in the implementation of 
training for teachers on ICT, through Its ICT Literacy Competency and Development 
Bureau.
The National Educators Academy of the Philippines shall carry out training 
programs for educators In public schools and integrate ICT in classroom learning and 
instruction to highlight the professional and educational benefits that may be derived 
from personally Investing in ICT.
ARTICLE VI
DEVELOPMENT OF ONLINE LEARNING PORTALS
Sec. 14. DepEd E-Learning Resources. - The DepEd shall develop an online 
portal that provides access or links to Internet learning resources. The online portal 
shall Include the following: e-books and videos, learning materials and teachers 
guides, materials for senior high school subjects ranging from math, disaster 
readiness, and science, materials on science, agriculture, livelihood and information 
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The DepEd shall develop its own library to ensure the quality and safety of 
knowledge and information made available to learners.
Sec. 15. Public Online Library. - The PSOFT Road Map shall include the 
establishment of the Public Online Library.
The DepEd, DICT, DOST, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and 
the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) shall. In 
partnership with the National Library of the Philippines (NLP), the National Book 
Development Board (NBDB), and other concerned government agencies, develop and 
main the Public Online Library, a repository of educational materials and digitized 
copies of books and publications suitable for Filipino students and researchers that 
shall enrich the learning experience by complementing the textbooks and reference 
materials prescribed fcr the elementary and secondary levels. The Public Online 
Library shall be directly connected to the website of the Philippine Statistics Authority 
(PSA). The DepEd and the NLP shall have joint custody over the digitized copies of 
textbooks and references In the Public Online Library which shall be jointly managed 
by the DepEd and the DICT. In this regard, the DICT shall ensure the security of the 
online repository system to guaiantee its integrity.
The DepEd may solicit additional reference materials and publications from the 
NLP, other agencies of the government, and the private sector to augment its 
resources.
The authors of the digitized books and publications shall be strictly covered by 
the protection provided for In Republic Act No. 8293, as amended, otherwise known 
as the "Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines." The DepEd and all concerned 
agencies shall ensure that the authors of the digitized books and publications shall be 
properly remunerated in accordance with law.
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DIGITAL REFORM IN PUBLIC SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 16. Internet Safety Policy. - To advance the objective of providing a safe 
and secured education orogram under the PSOFT Road Map, the DepEd shall, within 
six (6) months after the effectivity of this Act, formulate and enforce an internet safety 
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that are obscene, pornographic and harnnful to minors. In this regard, the internet 
safety policy shall be Implemented to accomplish the following objectives:
a) Development and implementation of Internet safety education, including 
safe access to educational technology, multimedia and interactive 
applications, and online resources;
b) Development of online risk interventions for learners and children;
c) Training and support to stakeholders on peer-driven Internet safety 
educations initiatives;
d) Undertaking of researches on online risks to form the bases for Internet 
safety education syllabi and instructional material development;
e) Development and Implementation of a public education campaign to 
promote awareness of online risks to learners and children; and
f) Education of parents Lo augment school initiatives on safe Internet use.
Sec. 17. Strengthening the Enhanced Basic Education Information System
(EBEIS). - The EBEIS shall be the central school database of the DepEd which shall 
contain pertinent personal data and school records of students. It shall be continually 
improved to ensure the efficient management of school records.
School administrators and personnel shall be trained on the operation and 
access of the EBEIS and be given access to student records and other related data in 
the EBEIS such as student's school attendance record, records pertaining to the 
character of a student, the level of the student's digital literacy end proficiency, grade 
level, examination scores, school performance, immunization and health records, 
among others, for purposes of recording student biographical data, handling 
admissions and discharges, and transferring to other schools.
Any person who Is caught illegally altering, falsifying or misusing student 
information in the EBEIS shall be sanctioned In accordance with R.A. 10173, otherwise 
known as the "Data Privacy Act of 2012."
Sec. 18. Digital Alternative Learning System. - The DepEd shall institute a 
digital format of the ALS in the PSOFT Road Map. To attain this objective, the DepEd 
shall provide professional training to teachers and non-teaching personnel involved in 
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PARTNERSHIP MECHANISM AND ROLES OF PARTNERS
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Sec. 19. Partnership Mechanism and Roies of Partners. - In the furtherance of
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the PSOFT Road Map, the DepEd may coordinate and enter into an agreement or
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contract with other government agencies, LGUs, private and non-profit agencies,
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institutions or organizations duly accredited or recognized by the government, civil
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society, business and industrial sector, and other concerned sectors.
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The PSOFT Road Map shall define and delineate the areas of responsibility of
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government agencies in conformity with their respective charters and mandates. For
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purposes of this Act, these agencies shall have the following roles:
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a) The DepEd shall be the lead government agency responsible for the proper
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and effective implementation of the various provisions of this Act and ensure
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coordination and collaboration among agencies of the government;
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b) The DICT shall provide advice on matters relating to ICT and closely
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coordinate and collaborate in the implementation of this Act. It shall
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undertake the Installation, maintenance, and operation of hybrid Intranet
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connectivity in all public basic education schools, provide an efficient 
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reliable broacfliand connection, assist in the implementation of training and
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development for teachers concerning ICT and ICT-assIsted instructions, and
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the use of space technology and relevant space-enabled services to
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To this end, the DepEd shall, In consultation vvith the PPP Center of the 
Philippines created under Executive Order No. 9, series of 2010, entitled "Reorganizing 
the Build-Operate and Transfer Center to the Public-Private Partnership Center of the 
Philippines and Transferring its Attachment from the Department of Trade and 
Industry to the NatiOiial Ecof.omic and Development Authority and For Other 
Purposes," establish a PPP Unit to coordinate all matters relating to PPP, in accordance 
with the PSOFT Road Map. It shall likewise coordinate with the Project Development 
and Monitoring Facility of the PPP Center in the conduct of feasibility studies and the 
preparation of tender documents for the PPP projects of the DepEd.
ARTICLE IX
AUTHORITY TO RECEIVE DONATIONS
Sec. 21. Authority to Receive Donations. - The DepEd is authorized to accept 
grants, contributions, donations, endowments, or bequests in cash or kind from local 
and foreign sources in support of the development and implementation of this Act, 
subject to the regular auditing guidelines and procedures: Provided, That in case of 
donations from foreign sources, acceptance thereof shall be subject to existing 
government rules and regulations. The proceeds of such grants, contributions, 
donations, endowments, or bequests shall be used to finance the following:
a) Establishment of pilot schools as provided in Section 11 of this Act;
b) Research, development and utilization of emerging digital technologies;
c) Provisions of computer laptop units and improvement of ICT infrastructure, 
including hardware and Internet connectivity;
d) Training and capacity building;
e) Conduct of other activities necessary to carry out the objectives of this Act.
ARTICLE X
THE JOINT CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND 
REPORTORIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Sec. 22. Joint Congressionai Oversight. - Upon the effectivlty of this Act, a Joint 
Congressional Oversight Committee Is hereby constituted. The Oversight Committee 
shall be composed of ten (10) members with the Chairpersons of the Committee on 
Basic Education, Arts and Culture and the Committee on Finance of the Senate, and 
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of the House of Representatives as members and three (3) additional members from 
each House to be designated by the Senate President and the Speaker of the House 
of Representatives, respectively. The members of the Committee from each House 
shall have at least one (1) member from the minority party or coalition.
Sec. 23. Annual Report. - The DepEd shaF submit to both Houses of Congress, 
or upon the request by the Joint Congressional Oversight Committee, a report giving 
a detailed account of the status of the Implementation of this Act.
ARTICLE XI 
FINAL PROVISIONS
Sec. 24. Appropriations. - The Secretaries of Education and Information and 
Communications Technology and the Director General of PhllSA shall Immediately 
include in their respective programs the implementation of this Act, the funding of 
which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
The funding for the implementation of PSOFT Pilot Schools under Section 11 
hereof shall be charged against the current year's appropriation of the DepEd.
Sec. 25. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within one hundred twenty 
(120) days from the effectivity of this Act, the DepEd and DICT shall, in coordination 
with other concerned agencies of the government and the private stakenolders, 
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of 
this Act.
Sec. 26. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part hereof is held invalid or 
unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provision or part not otherwise 
affected shall remain valid and subsisting.
Sec. 27. Repealing Clause. - Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive 
order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule, or regulation contrary to or 
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, modified, or amended 
accordingly.
Sec. 28. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication In the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
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