
Since the implementation of the Enhanced Basic Education Curriculum in 2013, Filipino students have enjoyed a more comprehensive secondary educational program. It not only aims to cover the gaps left behind by the previous system, but also seeks to provide students with technical and vocational skills that can help them earn a livelihood even without a college degree. The Technical-Vocational-Livelihood Track , or TVL is a great option for students who are looking to enter the workface as soon as possible. One of the most useful strands within this track is the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) strand. This strand prioritizes building expertise in information and communication technology, allowing students an opportunity to pursue higher degrees in computer science, Information System, Information Technology and other technology service-oriented fields of study in a tertiary institution. But is the TVL track with ICT strand really that beneficial? The short answer is: ...