How, how the carabao : tales of teaching English in the Philippines / Isabel Pefianco Martin, editor.

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sharing prosperity, democratizing governance, promoting sustainable development, preserving and transforming Philippine identity and culture, and inspiring our youth. To inspire the youth, and all others who care for, work with, and mentor them, we draw on the wisdom and experiences of adults who are involved in young peoples's formation and development-their teachers. The anthology is a collection of short essays written by public school teachers that depict not only their difficult, but also rewarding lives teaching english to Filipino students.The teachres' narrations affirm the idea that teaching is a noble profession and is necessary for nation building. After teaching English for many years-in my case, for twenty long years-one is tempted to believe that one has seen it all. Not truel These twelve tales of teaching English in the public schools offer rich experiences and fresh insights that are not apparent to those of us who thrive in the comforts of the private sector. From Laoag City up north, to the Compostela Valley down south, from the nearby mountains of Antipolo City, to the far-flung island province of Marinduque, each tale of teaching is a testament to the daily struggles public school teachers of English face. One can only marvel at their heroism and regard these teachers in admiration and awe. -From he Introduction by Isabel Pefianco Martin.

What kind of scholarly work would help move the country forward and give our people hope? The Ateneo de Manila University Loyola Schools present, as their Agenda for Hope, five keys areas of engagement where we could bring about positive change