Sineskwela
Sineskwela is a ‘90s Filipino children’s television series produced by ABS-CBN Foundation, Science Education Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Education (DepEd). The show teaches children about science in the most practical way. It was alternatively known as a “School on Air”.[1][2]
Format
Sineskwela is a curriculum-based show, in line with the science classes of public elementary students from Grade 2 to 6 in the Philippines. The Department of Education mandated that the show will be used as a reference for school classes and be showned at least once a week.The episodes explored not just the usual library research but have conducted laboratory experiments and field investigations. [2]
Educational Goals
Sineskwela simplified the complicated principles of science and technology by casting animated characters, dramatization and colorful visual effects. It also taught children the practical application of science in their everyday lives. [2][1]
Cast
- Winnie Cordero as Ate Winnie
- Roobak Calle as Ugat-Puno
- Icko Gonzales as Kuya Bok
- Maan Munsayac as Kulitsap
- Sheena Ramos as Palikpik
- Christine Bersola-Babao as Anatom
- Brenan Espartinez as Agatom
Awards and Recognition
Sineskwela was awarded the Priz de Jeunesse at the 20th Television Science Programme in France. The winning episode is directed by John Red. The episode is about the Pasig River and its degradation and how human activity contributes to it.
References
- 1 2 "Then and Now: The Cast of Sineskwela". Filipiknow. 31 August 2013.
- 1 2 3 "Sineskwela | ABS-CBN 90's Educational Show for Children". Retro Pilipinas.