ICT Project for Social Change

 ICT Project for Social Change

Develop a working prototype of an ICT Project for social Change

Student Name: Francine Divine Sualog Mabalot

Grade and Section: Humss 1

Problem identification

1. What social issue/problem do you want to address?

-The social issue I want to address is low reading interest among students due to excessive social media usage.

2. Who are affected by this problem? (Target Users/beneficiaries)

-The students, especially Senior High School students, are affected by this problem.

3. Why is solving this problem important?

-Solving this problem is important because reading improves vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills. If students spend too much time on social media instead of reading, their academic performance may decrease.

Solution Design

Project Title: ReadSmart: Digital Reading Companion

Describe your ICT solution:

Type of ICT Project: (Check all that apply)

✔️Mobile Application

✔️Website

 Desktop Software

 Database System

✔️ Social Media Campaign

 Other: _______

Key Features of Your Prototype:

1.Reading time tracker and progress monitoring

2. Book recommendations based on interests

3. Reward system (points and badges for active readers)

Prototype Sketch/Wireframe

Draw or sketch your prototype’s main interface/screen below:

Task Person Responsible Timeline Status

Tools & Resources

Software/Platforms to be used:

Figma (for wireframe design), Canva (for UI design), MIT App Inventor or Android Studio (for mobile app development), Google Firebase (for database).

Hardware/Equipment needed:

-Laptop or Desktop Computer, Smartphone (for testing), Internet connection.

Expected Social impact

1. How will your project help solve the social problem?

-The project will motivate students to reduce social media time and increase reading habits through tracking and rewards.

2. How many people do you expect to benefit from your project?

-At least 100-500 in our school can benefits from this subject.

3. What positive changes do you expect to see?

-Improved reading habits, better academic performance, and stronger critical thinking skills.

Reflection:

1. What challenges do you anticipate in developing your prototype?

-Some challenges include limited technical skills in programming, lack of time, and possible technical errors during development.

2. What did you learn from this 

-I learned that ICT can be used as a powerful tool for social change. Technology is not only for entertainment but also for solving real-life problems in our community.