Power Mac Center Inspires Tech-Savvy Bicol Youth

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Power Mac Center, the premier Apple partner in the Philippines, recently supported the 2nd Bicol Youth Technology Expo (BYTE) held recently at the Pili Capitol Convention Center in Camarines Sur. The expo was organized by the Information and Communication Technology Center (ICTC) of the Ateneo de Naga University.

As the main presenter, Power Mac Center partnered with ICTC to bring the technology of Apple Education Ecosystem to the Bicol academe in its efforts to share with and empower the teachers, students, and enthusiasts with the latest digital literacy skills through the use of Apple products.

Representatives from Power Mac Center’s Education Business Group acquainted the 750 people in attendance with the workings of iTunes University, iBooks Author, iCloud, and iOS App Development, as well as the production of digital creative content. Teachers also learned how they can access an extensive selection of references from educators worldwide to make students excited about learning. Since the dawn of the digital age, it has become increasingly important for teachers to keep pace with their students in terms of technology to grab and retain their attention.

“We’re very thankful to ICTC for inviting Power Mac Center to give these seminars,” Joey Alvarez, Power Mac Center’s Marketing Director said. “You see, Apple products are more than just gadgets -- they are tools that fuel creativity and provide endless possibilities for everyone, especially the youth. And it has always been our mission to support the academe in cultivating a love for learning.”

Curriculum Development Supervisor Shiela Marie Pelayo discussed topics on iBooks Author and Power Mac Center’s Education Business Solutions during the 2nd Bicol Youth Technology Expo at the Pili Capitol Convention Center.

Around 750 teachers, students, IT professionals, and enthusiasts attended the seminars facilitated by Ateneo De Naga ICTC and Power Mac Center.

Julius Rivera, Marketing Manager of Wacom, discussed Digital Creative Content to an enthusiastic Bicol crowd.

BYTE is an annual gathering spearheaded by the Information and Communication Technology Center of the Ateneo de Naga University. It gathers high school and college students, teachers, IT professionals, and enthusiasts to demystify emerging technological trends.

For more details about Apple implementation in your institution, email academy@powermaccenter.com.

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