Department of Public Works and Highways Powers and Functions

Introduction

Amidst the corruption issue about corruption in flood control projects it is suitable to learn how does the Department of Public Works and Highways works. In this WebQuest, you will be tasked learn how DPWH in the Philippines functions. 

Task

Your group will create a PowerPoint Presentation about Department of Public Works and Highways. The ppr should consist of:

- History of Department of Public Works and Highways

- Services and Organizational Structure

- Power and functions of the DPWH

Process

1. Form a group with 3-4 members.

2. Research the history of DPWH.

3. Research the services and organizational structure of DPWH.

4. Research the functions and power of DPWH.

5. Provide example during the presentation.

Evaluation

Category

Excellent

(10)

Satisfactory

(9-8)

Fair

(7-6)

Needs Improvement (5)

Total Score

Content

In-depth coverage of topic, topic is appropriate to assignment, strong basis in sound, research-based information, outstanding clarity, hyperlinks to credible sites

Good coverage of topic, topic is appropriate to assignment, basis in sound, research-based information, clear and understandable, hyperlinks to credible sites

Topic in adequately covered, topic is appropriate to assignment, not based on research-based information clear and understandable, hyperlinks to non-credible sites

Coverage of topic, topic is inappropriate to assignment, not based on research-based information, unclear and difficult to understand, no hyperlinks

 

Presentation

Attractive, easy to interpret, pleasing colors with high contrast, slide presentation well-organized, excellent use of bullets, graphics, transitions, and slide effects which enhance the presentation of the content

Attractive, easy to interpret, pleasing colors with good contrast, slide presentation organized, good use of bullets, graphics, transitions, and slide effects which enhance the presentation of the content

Attractive, difficult to interpret, pleasing colors with high contrast, slide presentation disorganized, bullets, graphics, transitions, and slide effects detract from the content

Unattractive, difficult to interpret, poor color choice and slide contrast, slide presentation unorganized, bullets, graphics, transitions, and slide effects detract from the content

 

Mechanics

No misspellings or grammatical errors

Three or fewer misspellings and/or grammatical errors

Four misspellings and/or grammatical errors

More than four misspellings and/or grammatical errors

 

Organization

(presenter and oral presentation)

Presenter and oral presentation are well-organized, he/she discusses content seldom referring to notes to conduct presentation

Presenter and oral presentation are organized, he/she discusses content occasionally referring to notes to conduct presentation

Presenter and oral presentation are poorly organized, he/she relies frequently relies on notes to conduct presentation

Presenter and oral presentation are well-organized, he/she reads slides and or notes to conduct presentation

 

Appearance (presenter)

Engages the audience well, displays  professional appearance, uses volume and elocution appropriate to setting, maintains excellent eye contact, posture and composure

Engages the audience, displays professional appearance, uses volume and elocution appropriate to setting, maintains good eye contact, posture and composure

Engages the audience poorly, displays a poor professional appearance, uses volume and elocution inappropriate to setting, maintains minimal eye contact, posture and composure

Presenter does not engage the audience, displays unprofessional appearance, is inaudible, does not maintains eye contact, displays poor posture and lack of composure

 

Conclusion

By completing this WebQuest, you have explored the history, services, powers, and functions of Department of Public Works and Highways. As a Filipino citizen we must stay vigilant and be informed on what is happening to our country. Remember: Be smart, be intelligent, and be informed