Do you know that arts and culture are very much renowned in the Philippines? This event, also known as the National Arts Month, happens every February. It is an annual occasion which started after the former president Corazon Aquino signed the Presidential Proclamation 683 in 1991. Since then, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), together with private …
BS vs BA: The Differences of the Two Bachelor’s Degrees for K-12 Graduates
A common dilemma one faces before entering the college life is choosing which course and degree to take. Choosing a college course impacts your future, so it is important for you to make the right decision. Earlier this 2018, about 1.3 million students comprised the first batch of K-12 graduates in the Philippines, according to the Department of Education. These …
Media and Visual Arts School’s Guide to Art Portfolio Building
Applying in your dream media and visual arts school? Aside from the written exam, you should also impress them with your works. So, if you are looking for tips on how to start your art portfolio for college, you are on the right page. Defining Art Portfolio Behind every artist is a well-curated art portfolio. Format Magazine defined this as …
Tips to Avoid Art Plagiarism Toward Becoming a Better Artist
As opposed to what we know, written works aren’t the only ones plagiarized. Artworks may be subject to the act of art plagiarism, too. If you’re a multimedia artist or hoping to be one, you should know art plagiarism. With easy Internet access and the spread of many designs and tools, how and when can you say someone committed art …
8 Must-Have Mobile Filmmaking Apps for K-12 Students
It’s amazing how one device can have various functions. Take smartphones as an example. They can be used for call, text, email, gaming, studying, and—for capturing moments. One way to capture moments is through filmmaking. With the use of smartphones, anyone can practice their filmmaking skills. In this case, mobile filmmaking comes to life. With that, mobile apps for filmmakers …
Long-term Benefits of Short Courses at CIIT
In today’s fast-paced world, people search for anything ‘instant’. They look for fast internet, shopping, travel, and even education. Professionals, hobbyists, and enthusiasts are coping up with the 21st-century learning, wherein they thrive to prepare for the future. Now, learning does not stop. The competitive world is driving people to look for continuing learning, so they invest in the benefits …
Fine Arts Degree: What’s Life like after Graduation?
“Every artist was first an amateur,” Ralph Waldo Emerson said. If you’re convinced that a Fine Arts degree is your chosen course in college, then you should know how to give the right answers for the questions you might receive upon hearing your decision. Why Take a Fine Arts Degree? Contrary to popular belief, a Fine Arts course leads you …
Top 10 Most-Loved Video Games from the 90s Generation
Indeed, the fruition of game development spun along the fast-paced trend of technology. Innovations brought thousands of fascinating game development tools and amazing system game makers. With the right choices of career path, anyone can learn how to make unique games that could instantly attract a fuss. However, before the advanced changes in the gaming industry occurred, can you imagine …
Teaching Digital Arts to Millennials and Generation Z Students
These two young generations, Millennials and Generation Z, have distinct qualities that set them apart from the rest of the population. But how well do you know them? If you’re the employer or teacher of those born in these eras, can you tell how you’ll teach or train them well? To make your work easier, here’s an infographic from CIIT …
Learn Robotics, Game Design, and Animation This Summer Vacation
Summer break is fast approaching. It’s one of children’s most favorite time of the year. Students waited 10 months for summer break, so each precious moment must count. They may have already set high expectations on activities they look forward to doing during their free time. To make their break worthwhile, enroll them in state-of-the-art summer workshops for children where …