The Gig Economyaccording to Wired Magazine

“the future of work”

also called the “sharing economy”, the “platform economy” and the “collaborative economy”

Each part of work is known as an individual “gig”.

Are We Preparedfor the Gig Economy?

(A Special Feature in Celebrationof the World Youth Skills Day)

In commemoration of the World Youth Skills Day every July 15, we look into the vital role of education in supporting the youth, especially when it comes to their employment. In line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with an emphasis on the acquisition of skills for work, let us learn more about the gig economy and the fastest-growing skills for freelancers today.

With the future leaning towards a gig economy, what could be in store for education? What can we do to strengthen our skillset and meet the demands of organizations today and in the future?

By taking a closer look at these data, we can deduce that the future is indeed bright for those willing to take a leap at 21st century learning.

Reference: Rayome, A. (2018). Here are the 20 most in-demand skills for freelance workers. TechRepublic.Retrieved from https://www.techrepublic.com/article/here-are-the-20-most-in-demand-skills-for-freelance-workers/

* Upwork is the world’s largest platform for freelancers today, with over 12 million registered freelancers and five million registered clients.

Fastest-Growing Skills for Freelancers Today

Blockchain

MicrosoftPower BI

AugmentedReality

Subtitling

InstagramAPI

Tensorflow

ArtDirection

GoDevelopment

MediaBuying

AdobePremiere

Amazon DynamoDB

ChatbotDevelopment

ReactNative

ContentStrategy

InformationSecurity

MachineLearning

Voice Over

ComputerVision

ScalaDevelopment

AngularJSDevelopement

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9

5

13

17

2

10

6

14

18

3

11

7

15

19

4

12

8

16

20

Data according to Upwork’s Q1 2018 Skills Index

2018 DLSLResearch

Forum Held

De La Salle Lipa’s (DLSL) Office of Research and Publications (ORP) conducted the 2018 DLSL Research Forum themed as “Network of Networks: Advancing Social Innovation from Research into Practice”, July 26, 2018, at the College Learning Resource Center.

Dr. Asuncion K. Raymundo, Professor Emeritus of the University of the Philippines Los Baños and Dr. Michael Angelo Promentilla, Professor of Chemical Engineering and the head of the Waste and Chemicals Management Unit of the Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research (CESDR) served as keynote speakers. Dr. Promentilla imparted on the “11 Ps to Research Productivity” while Dr. Raymundo rendered a talk entitled “Trailblazing in Biology: From Lab to Field”.

DLSL’s college and Integrated School faculty, academic service personnel, and academic service faculty, together with guests from other institutions within the region attended the said forum.

Session 1 Theme: Impact of Social Innovation on Cultural Heritage and well-being in Education Moderator: Ms. Lilian Rabino

Presenters:1. Aileen Joy G. Saul, Ph.D.Constructing Images of Cities in Batangas through Urban Festivals

2. Hermogenes B. Panganiban, DPAVariations in Value Orientations as Bases for Effective Managing across Cultures

3. Ms. Lilian C. Rabino Social Networking Sites (SNS) as Gateway to Promote and Enhance Library Services: De La Salle Lipa College Students Perspective

4. Romaine G. Magboo, Ph.D.My Emotion and I: The Affective States and the Proactive Coping Resources of the Students

5. Maria Theresa B. Kalaw, Ph.D.Realizing the Vision of the Founder, St. John Baptist De La Salle: Motivational Factors and Teaching Philosophies of Education Students

Session 2 Theme: Driving Social Innovation in Education and Lifelong LearningModerator: Mr. Richard Magsino

Presenters:1. Joy D. Talens, Ph. D.Content Analysis of Pre-Service Teachers’ Levels of Reflective Writing through Weblogs in Teaching Geography and Natural Resources Course-

2. Ivee K. Guce, Ph.D.The Role of Journal Writing in Senior High School Students’ Attitude toward Mathematics

3. Lorna A. Achico, DBA A Tracer Study on the Graduates of Multimedia Arts Program in the College of Education, Arts and Sciences from School Year 2014-2016

4. Mr. Richard M. Magsino Scientific inquiry through problem-based learning in a Biology classroom: experiences and lessons learned by senior high school STEM students

5. Maria Chona M. Chavez, RL, Ph.D.Learning Resource Center Library Services and User Satisfaction: Case of De La Salle Lipa

Meanwhile, 10 Lasallian Partners presented their studies during the parallel sessions:

Lasallian Partners (LPs) in their Sunday best filled the SENTRUM as breakthroughs, outstanding performances, and more were recognized during the 2018 Institutional General Assembly, July 20, 2018.

Starting the occasion in thanksgiving, a celebration of the Holy Eucharist took place at the Capilla de San Juan Bautista de La Salle. After, the program commenced at the SENTRUM with the service awardees’ entrance.

This was followed by the annual President’s Address of Br. Dante Jose Amisola FSC. There, he emphasized on the accomplishments and plans of the institution and included a virtual tour of the planned Senior High School building. As Br. Dante Amisola FSC stressed, “We’re in the big leagues now. We will continue to address the little nitty-gritty details even as we look at the big picture and even as we look at the whole educational landscape we’re trying to move forward in.”

For the first time in the history of DLSL general assemblies, Special Presidential Citations were given to the Diars gardeners, together with General Services Department Consultant Ms. Pilar Paredes, and the Financial Resource Department.

Moreover, 17 newly hired LPs were presented, followed by the awarding of the certificates of permanency to 26 newly permanent LPs.

Meanwhile, to recognize the career milestones of Lasallian Partners who have been with the institution for 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years, an awarding ceremony took place. Special tribute videos were likewise presented to the two 35-year service awardees for the year, Ms. Rodelia Beltran and Mr. Francisco Masongsong.

To cap off the event, a tribute was also given to Dr. Alicia Botardo, former Vice Chancellor for Academics and Research (VCAR). Dr. Botardo served as VCAR for eight school years (from School Year 2010-2011 to School Year 2017-2018).

DLSL Celebrates Milestones during 2018 Institutional General Assembly From L to R: Mr. Orlando Lozada, Dr. Iezyl Torino, Ms. Jhyn Concordia,

Dr. Alicia Botardo, Engr. Isidro Frio, and Mr. Arnold Capuloy

Ms. Rodelia Beltran

Mr. Francisco Masongsong

ABM Students Hailed as Champs in FedEx Express / JA ITC 2018Fuel for cooking need not harm the environment. This is what Grin Paia does plus more.

An organic multipurpose charcoal briquette, this product conceptualized by Accountancy, Business and Management (ABM) students China Zia Maranan and Janna Kaye Cuenca (composing Team Pawa Niugini) does not only function as a fuel for stoves and boilers but it also serves as a mosquito repellent, a fertilizer, light source, filter, and purifier.

The Grin Paia Charcoal is compressed into small, triangular-shaped blocks which make it burn longer than the standard charcoal blocks. Its triangular shape also makes the product ideal for overseas shipping because of its compact arrangement. It is 100% organic, having been made from biomass and natural binding agents, therefore, making its ash remains safe to be used as fertilizer.

The smokeless and mosquito-repelling feature of the product adds health value for the customers because it does not emit smoke and it decreases the risk of acquiring diseases such as

dengue and malaria – both of which are prevalent in Papua New Guinea. Grin Paia Charcoal also addresses deforestation concerns. Its ash remains may be renewed into its original form instead of cutting down trees. It may also be used as a tool to filter and purify water.

Developed to fulfill their team’s vision, “Bringing Power to the People”, they aim to help the citizens of Papua New Guinea in addressing both health and environmental problems – part of their task as they competed and won first place in the FedEx Express / Junior Achievement (JA) International Trade Challenge Local Finals 2018 on July 5, 2018 at the Yuchengco Institute for Advanced Studies, Tower II, RCBC Plaza, Makati City.

Almost 500 students from 40 different schools who attended the workshops in Metro Manila and Negros Occidental participated in the competition. They were given two weeks to prepare and submit a Market Entry Strategy Plan (MESP) featuring an outdoor product to be offered to the assigned target market, Papua New Guinea. After a comprehensive evaluation, the top 10

pairs were chosen to advance to the next round. These 10 teams coming from eight different schools presented their MESP to the panel and were judged based on a scoring rubric. The team was mentored and coached by ABM teacher Ms. Nina Mary Anne L. Villasanta, with the guidance of Dr. Lanie Santos, Learning Area Chair for CAPSTONE and WIBUSEN.Joining DLSL’s Pawa Niugini are Team Carranam of St. Scholastica’s College - Manila and Team Kawayan of St. Jude Catholic School which ranked 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up, respectively. The six students represented the country in the ITC Asia Pacific Finals on August 12 to 16 in Singapore together with the other nine participating countries across the region.

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De La Salle Lipa’s (DLSL) High School Basketball Boys Team signed under Man Pomade for a sponsorship contract on July 24, 2018.

Br. Jun Estrellas FSC, Vice Chancellor for Mission (on behalf of DLSL) and Mr. Fernan Baylosis, father of the Man Pomade entrepreneur and DLSL alumnus Bryan Baylosis (BS Financial Management, Batch 2016) signed the contract. Man Pomade sponsored the team’s playing jersey, other sporting items, and allowance (gold sponsorship worth Php100,000).

Man Pomade sports premium men’s products. It was founded by Bryan Baylosis in 2015.

DLSL High SchoolBasketball Boys

under Man Pomade Sponsorship

Photo courtesy of Fr. Noni Dolor

Mr. Fernan Baylosis with Mr. JRex Atienza, Ms. Emily Babasa, and Br. Jun Estrellas FSC