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The
Best

Educational
Institutes in

PHILIPPINES
2022

Changes of TechAge Filipino Education

Effective Learning with Philippines: An Ideal
Technology Inclusive Pedagogies Destination for International Student
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Notes
Empowering
the
Educational
T he Philippines is a country of
hills, mountains, beautiful
beaches, and clearly intelligent
and beautiful people. However, its lush
green vegetation, fertile lands, and
conspicuous volcanoes hide its rich
ancient and modern history.
In the 19th century, the country
welcomed some of the powerhouses
from Europe. After a number of
powerhouses across the world had their
eyes for these beautiful landscapes, the
power dynamics of the country had
been shifting abruptly from one crown
to another.
In the process of these powershifts, the
common people of the Philippines
with
faced continuous struggles with
sustainability and growth. While the
other parts of the world reported
significant advancements, the
Philippines was often left stranded,
dripping with blood while ushering
through its fair share of struggles. But
its resilient socio-political demography
made it a powerhouse in the making,
backed by some of the most prominent
leaders across the world.
However, in this transition process
from being suppressed to being a
dominant country in its region, the
Philippines made it clear that any
government, whether that be of
Ferdinand Marcos—who introduced
the famous Martial Law—or that of
 Joseph Estrada, the power that juggled
from one extreme ideology to other,
made it difficult for the Philippines as a
whole to stand for themselves.
In the midst of all the uncertainties
caused around, the common people of
the Philippines had the nerve to de-
throne a government out of power and
form a new one that aligns with their
ideology. With such complex dynamics
shifting constantly, their emerged a
fearless state of the Philippines ready
to take on the world.
Today, Philippines stands together for
its common people with the help of
some prominent superpowers, fighting
the country's various power dynamics.
Having said that, amid this transition
period that was observed by the world,
there is something very interesting to
note: the Philippines had some of the
best education and university system in
the 20th and early 21st centuries.
Interesting, isn't it?
Well, in this contemporary world
where the Philippines already have
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Ashles
Ashlesh Khadse
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global influence, the country houses
some of the best educational
institutions that are the source of
transition.
Recognizing this incredible education
system that is defining, redefining, and
re-redefining the political and social
turbulence of the country, we at The
Knowledge Review ventured out to find
- The 5 Best Educational Institutes in
Philippines, 2022, and the Republic of
the Philippines did not disappoint.
Flip through the pages of this
informative edition and know the ten
best education institutes present in the
country. Also, scan through the articles
penned down by our in-house editorial
team to further enhance your
knowledge about the education system
in the Philippines.
Contents

12
Philippines: An Ideal
Destination for
International Student

20 Effective Learning
with Technology
Inclusive Pedagogies
08 Bringing Culture and Nature’s
Study to Educational Spotlight

16 Building the Present and

Moulding the Future

24

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of Gathering Physical Data
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Name of the Institution URL Brief

Kalinga State University is an prominent

Kalinga State
ksu.edu.ph/ university in Philippines aiming to enhace
University the education system for nation builders.

MMSU’s mandate is to provide advanced

Mariano Marcos instruction in the arts, agricultural and
mmsu.edu.ph
State University natural sciences, and technological and
professional fields.

The Philippine Carabao Center (PCC), operating as

Philippine Carabao an attached agency of the Department of
Center at Central Luzon pcc.gov.ph Agriculture, is mandated to conserve, propagate,
State University and promote the Carabao as a source of milk, meat,
draft power and hide to benefit the rural farmers.

The Training Center for Applied Geodesy and

Training Center for Photogrammetry, established in 1964 as the research
and extension arm of the Department of Geodetic
Applied Geodesy and dge.upd.edu.ph
Engineering, continues to be a center of excellence
Photogrammetry for education, training and research in the fields of
surveying and mapping in the Philippines.

The University of Asia and the Pacific is a

University of Asia private, not-for-profit institution of higher
uap.asia
and the Pacific learning that offers some of the most
outstanding academic programs in Asia.
KALINGA
Bringing Culture and Nature's Study to Educational Spotlight
"Utilize innovative and creative
methods, strategies, and technologies
to find solutions to problems and
formulate and implement decisions."
- Dr. Eduardo T. Bagtang.
H
uman beings are a fantastic
creation of nature, and their
minds are breaching the
boundaries by bringing new innovative
technologies. Highlighting the
advancements brought by technology,
the education sector is adopting
various technology-driven changes
initiating ways to enhance the
education for the students by
personalizing the learning experience
and focusing more on culture and
nature's study.
State University
Many prominent universities across the
world are guiding the students to deal
with the natural calamities. To
determine such advanced education,
Kalinga State University is also
adopting and diversifying its lifelong
learning in natural disasters and
cultural research.
The university aims to empower the
students to fulfill their academic and
professional passions and engages
them in diverse perspectives by
holding their values and beliefs as
ethical practice locally or globally in
an institution that is diverse,
welcoming, and inclusive for all
students, faculty, and staff.
In quest of finding The 5 Best
Educational Institutions in the
Philippines, 2022, we came across
Dr. Eduardo T. Bagtang, the President
of Kalinga State University. Shedding
some light on the detailed insights and
approach of the university, he also
shared his vision for the future of the
university.
The Bigwig's Journey
Born with the leadership qualities,
Dr. Eduardo T. Bagtang is a full-
fledged Professor and the President
at Kalinga State University. Before
joining the University, Dr. Bagtang
was a member of the Philippine
Presidential Management Staff from
1987 to 1994.

As an academic leader, he won
various awards at regional, national,
and international levels, and recently
he received the "Outstanding Educator
2022" award from the Province of
Kalinga. He is also a recipient of the
2018 Chief Marketing Officer Asia's
Education Leadership Excellence
Award as well as the Education
Leadership Award during the 4th
Asia's Best B-School Awards in
Singapore.
Dr. Bagtang is a prominent leader who
encourages the university's quality and
innovative academic programs. The
program's initiatives and institutional
accreditation raised the SUC (State
Universities and Colleges) University's
status from Level II to III. As a project
leader, he pilots research projects on
climate change, indigenous ecological
conservation, and induced landslide
susceptibility, which were funded by
external agencies. Program
complementation from other agencies
and linked with government agencies
which strengthened the development
pursuit of the university.
He has published his research workon
Farming Management, Landslide
Susceptibility, and many more. Dr.
Bagtang is also associated with local
and foreign establisheds. He also
participated in advanced leadership
training and fellowships, including the
prestigious ASEAN Leaders' Program.
A Glimpse of the University
Inception
Kalinga State University in 1974
Kalinga Community College of Trade
and Industries KCCTI, which offered
vocational courses in poultry, piggery,
garments, trades, and native loom
weaving.
On December 15, 2015, the Philippine
Commission on Higher Education
The 5 Best Educational Institutes in Philippines, 2022
granted the university status under the
provisions of R.A. 10584; now, the
university indulges the students in
various subjects such as agriculture,
forestry, social and natural sciences,
and technology.
Apart from the arts, science, law,
criminology, governance, business, and
computer studies, the Kalinga State
University offers 29 other bachelor's
programs and six graduate degree
programs in business administration,
public administration, education, and
rural development. It also offers the
Juris Doctor Program.
These courses have been provided in
every Kalinga University extension.
However, the main campus of the
prestigious Kalinga State University is
in Tabuk city, and the other two
expanding campuses are in Dagupan
and Rizal.
Mandatory Activities for
Development
For developing the farmers, rural and
urban communities, the university has
been mandated to conduct research on
a priority basis with the help of
appropriate technology for increasing
agro-industrial productivity. It also
seeks to develop sustainable
knowledge, economically viable,
socially acceptable, and environment-
friendly technologies, which support
local, regional, national, and
international priorities.
The research and extension activities
include unique projects such as
Indigenous Knowledge Systems
and Practices, Watershed
management, Indigenous people
studies, climate change,
disaster risk reduction, and
landslide training for
communities and non-
expert people.
Furthermore, to improve the quality of
services, the university collaborates
with local and international agencies to
promote the visibility and capability of
the university in segments of
instruction, research, and extension.
Perspective and Undertaking
Kalinga State University focuses on
bringing innovative technologies into
the education sector and promoting
various research and extension
programs.
Vision
A Knowledge and Technology Hub in
the Asia-Pacific Region
Mission
Kalinga State University shall
primarily provide higher and advanced
education, professional instruction,
and training in arts, agriculture,
forestry, social or natural sciences,
technology, and other fields of study. It
also promotes research and extension
services and provides progressive
leadership in its areas of
specialization.
Manifest strong
will and determination
to face the tasks and
responsibilities in
dealing with complex
realities to make lives
better for others and
themselves.
Core Values
To attain its vision-mission, KSU
always adheres to excellent
governance in all its endeavors and
treats all its clientele and employees
with kindness and compassion to
promote a strong sense of service-
orientedness and commitment; it also
fosters unity or love for nature and
humanity.
Institutional Priorities and Student's
Learning Outcome
When we asked about the priorities of
their institution in terms of course
objectives and student learning, the
attributes mentioned are creatively
expressed in EC²LiPSE:
Ÿ Effective Teamwork- The
University works well with others
and can understand and access
people's behavior, attitudes, and
interpersonal skills.
Ÿ Culturally Competent- Engaging
students in diverse cultural and
Indigenous perspectives in global
and local settings.
Ÿ Lifelong Learners- Manifest strong
will and determination to face the
tasks and responsibilities in dealing
with complex realities to make lives
better for others and themselves
Ÿ Professionally Competent- KSU
demonstrates the understanding and
mastery of the fundamental
knowledge and skills required for
effective professional practice in
the specialization.
Ÿ Socially and Ethically
Responsible- The University holds
the personal values and beliefs as
professional ethics with Filipino
family values, industry-desired
values, and global citizen values,
Maintaining Quality Education
Standards
A quality assurance office of the
university looks after the internal and
external quality systems through
institutional and program accreditation.
The officers are guided by the
University Quality Management
System, which provides the policies
and mechanisms to comply with
regulatory and statutory requirements
at all levels.
Enjoyable and Entertaining Event in
the University
The University arranges various extra-
curricular and co-curricular
development activities for the student's
interpersonal growth. Sports, cultural
performances, literary competitions in
educational clubs, talent shows,
Dr. Eduardo T.
Bagtang
President, Kalinga
State University
spelling bees, writing competitions,
debates, mock trials, school
newspapers, and drama productions are
some of the university's activities. All
these activities are arranged by the
student services and placement
services office.
To prepare the students for the future,
they have developed essential centers
and the facility. The innovation center,
birthing clinic, ICT center, campus
library, student center, central
laboratory, speech laboratories, food
technology center, gymnasium,
research centers, sports oval, and
fitness center, to name a few.
KSU's Global Exposure for the
Students
Kalinga State University intends to
make a heroical venture to address the
emerging trends in higher education
and explore strategies for international
students studying in Kalinga,
International collaboration among
education and research institutes,
Intercultural Development, Academic
Mobility, Inclusive education through
online or distance education, and non-
traditional delivery modes.
The University also created the Office
of Distance Education, Transnational
Education, and International Linkages
in 2017. The enormous task of the
university was the intentional steps of
assimilation of an international,
intercultural, or global extent into the
purpose, functions, and services of the
university to enhance the quality of
teaching and research for all students
and staff to enable them to make a
meaningful contribution in the society.
KSU has endorsed an agreement with
regional organizations such as the
Association of Universities in Asia and
the Pacific (AUAP) and the University
Mobility in the Asia-Pacific (UMAP)
for massive collaborations. The
ASEAN partnership with the university
has been explored aggressively.

Special Awards, Accreditations, and

Achievements of KSU
Being a renowned university, the
Kalinga State University has received
many awards and accolades to make it
the best university; now, we will
present a few of its achievements :
Ÿ Evaluated as State University and
Colleges Level III.
Ÿ The outstanding performance of
physical and financial aspects as
evaluated by the Regional
Department of Budget and
Management.
Ÿ The CHED awarded grants to
establish the Geophysical
Information Service center and
Kalinga Cultural Heritage Studies
and Edu-tourism Center. A Glance at their Vision
Ÿ Three programs are certified as When inquired about the university's
Level IV by the Accrediting future, Dr. Bagtang said, "Kalinga
Agency of Chartered Colleges and State University envisions empowering
Universities in the Philippines the students to fulfill their academic
(AACCUP). and professional passions and In Summation, Kalinga State
Ÿ DOST awarded grants for the welcoming inclusive education for all University's unconventional inspiration
Modernization of Engineering students, faculty, and staff. The for education is diversifying the
Laboratory to cope with global collaborative environment is open to segments that provide a sense of
challenges. the free exchange of ideas, where accountability, independence, and
Ÿ Kalinga State University is in the research, creativity, innovation, and community interdependence
top 101-200 WURI Ranking 2022. entrepreneurship can flourish and among the students.
achieve their full potential."
 An Ideal Destination

for

Student
P
P rosperous with culture, the
Philippines is a country with a
core of hospitality. It is
surrounded by people's friendliness and
the peace and beauty of nature; it makes a
perfect spot for a relaxed stay.

Growing with time, the country has

acquired recognition from tourists across
the world. This tourism is not only for
entertainment but also has majorly
developed for studies. Educational
tourism has increased in the Philippines
considerably over the past few years.
This could be seen as a consequence of
its natural environment, inclusive culture,
and excellent educational facilities.

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 Filipino Education

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Studying abroad is one of the most
common options considered by the
students of a new age, as a popular
belief is not only to learn from the best
institutions but also to learn from
surrounding and people. Considering
this, one of the places that could excel
in providing the best educational
environment and facilities to students
has to be the Philippines.
If you are considering studying abroad,
this might be an indication directing
you to your destination: The
Philippines
Studying in Filipino Style
The Philippines' education is on similar
lines to the world and yet differs a
little. The programs provided usually
take a similar amount of time. The
undergraduate degree in the country
takes up to four years. However, the
country's medical education program is
longer than most parts of the world,
which takes approximately 5 to 7 years
to complete.
Considering the American influence on
the country, one of its official
languages is English. This has resulted
in most of the educational programs
being taught in English, which is a
benedictory factor for international
students who communicate in English.
With comfort for learning, many
institutions in the country provide
different scholarships to international
students, encouraging their studies. In
addition to this is the reasonable fee
structure provided by most institutions.
Range of Institutions
With studies in budget and affordable
education, the Philippines is one of the
popular destinations for studies. This is
encouraged more with the private
universities providing special
provisions for international students. It
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offers students a platter full of various
courses and programs to choose from.
With around 1,949 higher education
institutions, finding the right school or
institution for studies in the Philippines
is an easy task. However, making a
choice of one from the selected
institutions could be difficult.
With such a wide range of institutions
available, students can choose a school
best suited for them. This also involves
factors such as environment, culture,
and adaptability of the school apart
from excellence in education.
Efficient Cost of Living
Settling in any area in the Philippines
has an affordable cost of living
compared to other countries. The
average cost of living for an individual
in Manila, the capital of the
Philippines, is around $580, which is
about 28200PHP per month. This cost
of living becomes lower outside
Manila; though it does not include the
rent, it still is quite affordable.
Many students are eligible for
international scholarships, which differ
from institution to institution and could
prove beneficial to international
students. This could prove helpful for
students in managing expenses.
Culture of Involvement
It is said that an individual is a
representation of culture, and the
Philippine people are known to be
friendly; thus no doubt that the country
is rich in culture. One could find
themselves easily adapting to the
people's culture and lifestyle of the
locals.
As a diverse nation, the Philippines has
dozens of regional languages and three
official languages. Renowned for their
hospitality and their welcoming
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attitude, finding reliable friends would
not be an issue.
Exploring Relaxation in 2000 Ways
Home to different religions, ethnicities,
and native languages, the Philippines is
a beautiful place to explore. It has 2000
accessible islands out of 7600 of its
islands. This provides cultural
assimilation, leisure fun, and a perfect
opportunity to relax and take a break
from a week full of educational
exhaustion.
Strong historical evidence could be
seen throughout the country in the
form of century-old churches,
fortresses, gardens, and museums. It
proves to be one of the eminent places
for history lovers.
Growth Opportunities
As one of the fastest-growing
economies in the world and performing
at the top in Southeast Asia, the
Philippines has given birth to
numerous growth opportunities for
students.
These opportunities include different
internships and job opportunities.
Bearing opportunities for businesses, it
is a good place to practice the skills
and even start a start-up.
The Philippines, as an educational
attraction, provides students with more
than academic education; it provides
them with practical knowledge,
experience, and a feeling of belonging.
It is a place of nature and beauty with
history and ethnicity. It is a perfect
destination for students to learn about
life and to study.
- Chaitali Vairate
 University of
Asia and Pacic
Building the Present and Molding the Future

L
L earning, unlearning, and
relearning. These are the
essential skills for the 21st
century that educators across the world
try to inculcate in today's learners.
Research and communication play a
crucial role in this process, especially
in higher education practices.
Universities worldwide know this too
well, and the University of Asia and
Pacific (UA&P) has let out its sails to
take on the challenge.
is human in the individual… Hence,
the University dedicates itself to the
highest standards of professional
excellence in our academic, scientific
and cultural endeavors; the inculcation
of sound and time-tested human and
social values and attitudes in people;
and the arduous but most spiritually
rewarding pursuit of wisdom, the
synthesis of love of God and
knowledge, faith and reason, culture
and life.

To begin with, this private not-for- In a conversation with UA&P

profit Philippine university has for its
forerunner the prominent Center for
Research and Communication (CRC),
an economic think tank established by
Dr. Jesus P. Estanislao and Dr.
Bernardo M. Villegas, both alumni of
Harvard University, together with a
small group of young professionals.
CRC offered graduate courses in
economics and gradually expanded its
reach with its innovative academic
programs. In 1995, the Commission on
Higher Education granted CRC a
university status. Since then, CRC has
become known as the University of
Asia and the Pacific or UA&P.
Having started its journey in the field
of education in 1967, UA&P continues
to abide by its educational principles:
UA&P believes that the primary
purpose of education is the integral
formation of the human person, the
fullest development of everything that
President Dr Winston Conrad B.
Padojinog, the man at the helm of
UA&P shares the different learning
initiatives started and adopted by the
University that completes the integral
development of its students in this
modern world.
Standardizing the Academic Process
The world has gone through some
major changes since the COVID-19
pandemic started. With the impetus
provided by the pandemic for a swift
shift toward standardizing the
academic process, the University has
curated an outcome-based student
learning program for holistic
development.
"One of the key developments has been
the collection of data on academic
operations and academic performance
in a single platform—our learning
management system—which has given
us the opportunity
to do a deeper review
of what is going on in
our University," says Dr.
Padojinog.
"We are developing a new framework
for teaching practice across the
institution that is very explicitly geared
towards measuring learning
outcomes—in both quantitative and
qualitative ways—and away from the
'content delivery' practices that have
been prevalent in educational
institutions for a very long time now.
This entails a multi-year campaign to

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 The 5 Best Educational Institutes in Philippines, 2022

He has served the University in various
capacities and handled many important
positions at the University. All these
opportunities provided him with the
credentials, credibility, and competence
to lead the University, which is
committed to building brilliant
academicians, researchers, and
administrators for the 21st century.
"His wealth of knowledge on industrial
economics and strategic management
has exposed him to the external and
practical working as a consultant and
policy adviser to industry, businesses,
government units, and policymakers. It
has presented to him direct and
practical experiences related to
management and leadership
knowledge, skills, and mindset that has
allowed UA&P to stay relevant and a
step ahead in meeting urgent yet
unserved societal needs," observes a
university official about Dr. Padojinog.
Data-Driven High-Quality
Education
The introduction of LMS has allowed
the University to centralize the course
delivery and student activity, along
with maintaining the high quality of
education in UA&P. The university
officials have highlighted that in the
next few years, the focus will be on
assisting the academic managers with
the help of data collected to monitor
and improve teaching practices and
achieve the expected learning outcome
in all of the departments of the
University.
Talking about how the University plans
to inculcate quality education in its
curriculum driven by data, the
University President notes, "Data is
not the end-all and be-all of our
efforts. We still believe in the value of a
liberal arts curriculum as a foundation
for our various specializations, so we
continue fostering a teaching culture
that is focused on developing skills
such as critical thinking, effective
communication, and other skills
required for the 21st century."

help both teachers and students shift

their focus from 'performance' (test
scores, etc.) to learning outcomes." UA&P believes that the primary
purpose of education is the
Homegrown Leader
integral formation of the human
There is always something special
about the leaders that climb up the person, the fullest development
ladder in their own playground. Similar of everything that is human in
is the story of the fourth President of the individual.
the University of Asia and Pacific, Dr
Winston Conrad B. Padojinog.

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There are organizations for
writers, theatre artists,
dance enthusiasts,
musicians and music
producers, environmental
conservationists,
entrepreneurs, scholars,
public speakers, ideathon
seekers, student leaders,
science lovers, peer
counsellors, athletes, and
mass servers.
Learning Outside the Academic
Sphere
UA&P offers a diverse selection of
activities, development programs, and
volunteer opportunities for students
who aim to optimize their UA&P
experience. The University advocates
responsible participation in student
government, student publications,
student organizations, and varsity
teams and sports clubs. These combine
to address the various needs of students
and provide an atmosphere conducive
to personal learning and growth. The
annual Unitas Awards recognizes the
accomplishments of achieving student
interest groups, associations, and
guilds.
Emphasizing on the different personal
interests and hobbies that the
University provides venues for the
students to explore, a student affairs
officer mentions, "There are
organizations for writers, theatre
artists, dance enthusiasts, musicians
and music producers, environmental
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conservationists, entrepreneurs,
scholars, public speakers, ideathon
seekers, student leaders, science
lovers, peer counsellors, athletes, and
mass servers."
Academic Excellence Beyond
Geographical Boundaries
Global exposure in this 21st century has
become the need to excel in any
spectrum of life. Even for the principle
of learning, unlearning, and relearning,
global exposure has been identified as
a deciding factor. In that view, UA&P
has developed a robust student
exchange program with partner
universities across Asia, the Pacific,
Europe, and Latin America. Moreover,
the University of Asia and the Pacific
is also a member of several
international associations that provide
opportunities for mobility in learning
beyond geographical boundaries.
Preparing the Present for the Future
UA&P provides students access to
several online platforms and resources
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Dr Winston
Conrad B.
Padojinog
University President
that help them become more
productive wherever they go. At their
fingertips are sets of communication
and collaboration tools designed to
facilitate learning and a better
university experience.
More important, however, is the
Student Mentoring Program of UA&P,
which is an intrinsic part of the
University's liberal education. Through
this program, the University offers
interdisciplinary industry-relevant
knowledge, skills, and values which
are reinforced on a one-to-one personal
level.
Moreover, the mentoring sessions may
occur twice a month and on a regular
basis. The conversations between the
student and mentor are kept
confidential, which helps the student to
reflect upon, assess, evaluate, and
integrate their learning skills and
experiences. This way, under the
guidance of the mentor, the student is
benefited from upskilling their
intellectual skills and moral criteria.
The University President explains why
the University has chosen this path to
develop a holistic future for its
students. Dr. Padojinog states, "Part of
a student's integral formation is a
deeper understanding of themselves
and their growth in spiritual life.
Hence, we encourage students to meet
their mentors and to take advantage of
the many other opportunities for
intellectual and spiritual growth that
the University provides."
Envisioning the Future
Envisioning the future of the
University, Dr Winston Conrad B.
Padojinog asserts, "UA&P will
continue to cater to both the local and
global labor markets and respond to
the needs of the labor force in the
Fourth Industrial Revolution."
Awards and Accolades
Ÿ "Outstanding Position Paper Award" and the "Distinguished
Delegation Award" at National Model United Nations in New York,
the world's largest and oldest ongoing intercollegiate Model UN.
Ÿ Grand Champions of the Asian Business Case Competition 2021.
Becoming the first Philippine team to have ever won in the 13-year
history of Asia's largest sustainability case competition.
Ÿ UA&P is one of 15 Philippine universities now among the best higher
education institutions in the world, according to the 2022 Times
Higher Education Impact Rankings.
Ÿ UA&P Institute of Law achieved a 100% passing rate in the 2021-2021
Bar Examinations.
Ÿ UA&P School of Law and Governance faculty member Atty. Joel
Arzaga was awarded the Viktor Frankl Award in recognition of his
contributions to the formation of young people from the Asia
Pacific region and for his public advocacy for the right to life and for
the sanctity of marriage and the family.
Ÿ The London-based International Integrated Reporting Council
(IIRC), which seeks to establish integrated reporting and thinking
within the mainstream business practice, has appointed UA&P
Center for Social Responsibility Executive Director Mr Colin L. Hubo
as one of its global ambassadors.

"I imagine our University to be an

excellent example of the integration of
knowledge, pedagogy, and technology.
In-classroom presence will be
complemented with other learning
modalities, such as on-the-job training,
collaboration with other schools,
participation in competitions, etc. In
short, hybrid education will be the
norm," he further adds.

"The qualifications of the faculty and

administrative staff will include in-
depth knowledge and familiarity with
the use of digital technology and its
seamless integration with knowledge
and pedagogy. Upskilling and
reskilling of the faculty will be critical
for a successful hybrid program. Our
digitized administrative services will
be end to end—from marketing to
admission, registration, enrollment,
schooling, and all the way to
graduation and alumni engagement,"
he explains.

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 Effective

with

Technology
Inclusive

TT he world has seen the most rapid

transformation in the
educational sector during the
COVID-19 pandemic, as the situation
forced people into quarantine longer
than expected. Concerns regarding daily
life worried masses, especially studies of
children, came to the front, among other
issues, as many younger students were
not in continuous practice of learning.
This made remembering the learned
information hard to revise. It became
necessary for schools to reopen
themselves as there was no definite time
for the uplifting of the lockdown.

This led schools to find a way to ensure

that students learn from their homes, and
technology played a huge role in the
initiative. Online schools were started,

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 Changes of TechAge

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and education resumed at an equal
pace. The adaption of various
technologies and interaction between
institutions, faculty, and students was
remarkable as well. After the end of the
deadly pandemic, institutions have
continued the use of technology more
inclusively than ever before.
Currently, the role of technology in
education has increased. It has bought
the best mentors and institutions within
a click's reach, enclosing the world
with a friendly technology globe.
Flexibility Ensured by Technologies
Technological induction in education
has introduced flexibility in the
learning process. It has made learning
possible from any corner of the world,
and the pre-recorded lectures can be
heard at any convenient time.
Not only this but technology also
allows institutions to connect with
mentors and famous personalities
abroad through video calls. This
provides students with mentorship and
excellent knowledge of experts.
This allows the learner to go through
the entire learning experience once
again at a similar pace resulting in
better understanding. Along with this,
it cuts down the chances of a student
missing lectures and thus studies.
Courses Across the World
Today's technology provides students
with the opportunity to engage in some
famous certification courses and
internships across the world from the
comfort of their homes. This proves to
be an excellent learning experience for
students helping them learn from the
best mentors.
Collaborative Working
The learning process is supposed to
involve both the teachers and the
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students equally rather than one giving
and the other receiving, which is the
traditional method of learning. This
provides an intimate experience of
learning as the feeling of being talked
to on a personal level is created.
The discussions in online classes
provide better opportunities for
introverted students who do not prefer
to speak in the presence of a class. This
also leads to the discussion on the
subject becoming interesting and active
involvement.
Personalization through Differences
It is important to understand that every
student is different and has different
strengths and weaknesses. For the best
in the individual, it is important to
focus on the students and know how to
deal with their weaknesses. This
personalized program could be
delivered to all the students personally
via official websites of institutions or
collaborated websites that make this
possible.
Embracing Individual Diversity
Paying attention to every individual is
as important as understanding their
differences. Schools are paying special
attention to this factor and have helped
students by connecting with them.
Schools have introduced online modes
of interaction between teachers and
students through official websites,
ensuring the help and privacy of
students. It has made it possible to
connect to every individual on a
personal level while maintaining
equality through a diversity of talents.
Not only this, but the facility also
provides support to teachers to keep
tabs on students' development, helping
them further.
Better Understanding
Studies have suggested that the use of
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technology, especially virtual teaching,
could increase the concentration of
students. Hence, using video graphics
and other visual teaching methods
could help development.
This is a visible effect of technology in
the educational sector. Not only does it
catch students' attention for a greater
amount of time, but it also makes the
learning experience more fun and
enjoyable.
The new generation of students has
incorporated the use of the internet and
other technological equipment in their
studies on a larger scale. This has made
the collection of information easy for
them. It has also provided students and
teachers with numerous options to
display and present their projects and
works.
Change of Exam Style
Online examinations today have
replaced the traditional method of
exams. Many schools and colleges
prefer to conduct their examinations
online. These examinations are
conducted under strict regulations and
are easier for students to access from
different places, hence providing
students with an opportunity to give
exams even from vacation
destinations!
Bottom Line
In this ever-evolving world of
technology, technological touch on
the education sector has proved
positive for the development of
students and teachers. This
development has the ability to bring
about change in almost every sector of
the world as leaders are being created
in the institutions. There definitely is a
lot more to be explored.
- Chaitali Vairate
 UP Department of Geodetic
Engineering and Training Centre for
Applied Geodesy and Photogrammetry
Specialized and Organized Act of Gathering Physical Data

"Share your dreams and they will be
inspired. Plant seed of knowledge and
they will grow and reproduce beyond
measures."
- Terry A. O'Neal.
degree program is one of the
professional courses in which students
innate physical data on the surface of
the earth using precision instruments in
a professional and organized way.
In 1964, the institute formed and
integrated the Training Centre for
Applied Geodesy and Photogrammetry
(TCAGP) with the UP DGE as a
research or extension branch of the

W
W
hy is education so
necessary in everyone's
life? It provides you with a
vision to be a leader. If you plant the
seed of the knowledge, it will grow to
be the powerhouse of wisdom for
generations to come. For instance,
when people intend to buy anything,
they research and learn about it before
buying. Similarly, education is the seed
of knowledge that grants a person to be
independent and offers him or with the
power to take decisions.
Primarily, education started with the
aim of educating humans about life.
However, over time, as the world's
needs changed, the need for education
also changed. Today, people have the
liberty to choose the type of education
they want. And modern pedagogies in
the education sector with the inclusion
of personalized learning have brought
more clarity and flexibility to learning,
making the entire process of learning a
fun one.
In this modern era, management,
engineering, and arts are some of the
most prominent courses that many
students opt for. However, apart from
these standard courses, the Bachelor of
Science in a Geodetic Engineering
Out of the several universities offering
bachelorette programs in geodetic
engineering, UP Department of
Geodetic Engineering (UP DGE) and
Training Centre for Applied Geodesy
and Photogrammetry (TCAGP) is
the country's leading institute based in
the Philippines. The institute provides
advanced creative and innovative
geospatial solutions for developing
society's lifestyle.
In a conversation with The Knowledge
Review, the UP DGE and TCAGP's
current Chairman and Director,
Dr Jak Sarmiento, shared his learning
experiences and future goals and
highlighted the institute's upcoming
endeavours.
The Genesis of an Era Defining
Institute
The institute was established in 1925
as the School of Surveying in the UP
College of Engineering as an academic
unit offering the Associate in
Surveying Program. In 1937, the
institute revised the associate program
to a full-blown Bachelor of Science in
Geodetic Engineering Degree Program,
leading to the establishment of the UP
DGE.
department.
The TCAGP develops the capacity of
the DGE in nation-building by offering
high-impact capacity building or
research and development services and
partnering with the government,
private, and the international
community.
Being the country's leading institution
in geospatial research and instruction,
it serves the nation by grooming the
aspirants through its undergraduate and
graduate degree programs and various
training modules. Since its formal
establishment, the department and
centre have continuously enhanced
their resources through constant faculty
development and facility up-gradation
to meet the nation's growing demands
and be the solution provider for the
challenges in the global community.
Today, UP DGE and TCAGP continue
to be the centre of excellence for
education, training and research in
geodetic and geomatics engineering in
the Philippines.
An Influential Leader
Dr Jak Sarmiento is an astute leader
leading the Geodetic Engineering
department.

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During the pandemic, he led the
Department through the difficult
restrictions while maintaining a very
high standard of faculty, staff and
student care. It was because of these
unparallel managerial skills he
managed to retain the faculty, staff, and
students.
Under Dr Sarmiento's guidance, the
institute's department maintained high
productivity in research and
development. He has initiated and
added two more research laboratories,
while a new one is under construction
as you read this.
His experience and network
contributed to expanding the
departments' reach locally and
internationally, bringing more
engagement in the field of geodetic
engineering. This ultimately exposed
students to a holistic learning
experience while enhancing the budget
and taking essential measures to
smoothen the administrative process.
Insights and Expeditions
'Honor and Excellence' are the core
values which are also the founding
stone of UP DGE & TCAGP. Further,
Dr Sarmiento shared the institute's
insights (vision) and expeditions
(mission).
Insights (Vision)
The UP DGE & TCAGP's banner is
Tracing the Past. Scaling the Present.
Charting the Future. The department's
foresight is to be a global geodetic and
geomatics engineering institution--
advancing honour and excellence in
education, research, and service to
society.
Expeditions (Mission)
The mission is embodied in these three
statements.
Ÿ To nurture honourable, globally
competitive, and socially
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responsible geodetic and geomatics
professionals.
Ÿ To advance creative and innovative
geospatial solutions for enhancing
society's quality of life.
Ÿ To partner with fellow institutions,
agencies, and communities in
To nurture
nation-building.
honorable, globally-
Preferential Manifesto for the Trail competitive and
The UP DGE and TCAGP designed socially-responsible
flexible courses in compliance to the geodetic and
Washington Accord of the International geomatics
Engineering Alliance.
professionals.
The department listed specializations
endeavours are:
Ÿ Land administration and real estate
valuation, land surveying and
subdivision planning
Ÿ Classical and applied geodesy
Ÿ Navigation, positioning, and timing Ÿ Geographic information systems
Ÿ Remote sensing and visualization
Ÿ Photogrammetry Ÿ Infrastructure and environmental
Ÿ Light detection and ranging management
Ÿ Digital cartography and mapping Ÿ Natural resource monitoring and
Ÿ Disaster informatics for risk development
reduction and response
Ÿ Environmental Modelling and Cultivating Educational Quality
simulation UP DGE and TCAGP is one of the
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premier national research universities,
and it provides rigorous academic and
practical training to students and
trainees. It provides students, trainees,
faculty members, and staff with a
constructive and conducive culture
with an environment for productive
learning.
A Glance Towards the Magnified
Global Exposures of the Institute
The institute has many comprehensive
Bachelor of Science in Geodetic
Engineering (BSGE) courses
highlighting the advancements in the
fields of surveying, mapping,
cartography, geodesy, and geomatics.
These are very inclusive programs that
help the students to get excellent
exposure all over the world.
Apart from the bachelor's courses, the
institute also offers the Master of
Science program in Geomatics
Engineering (MSGmE). This course
has three specialization tracks to focus
on the student's expertise and efforts in
completing their graduate research
thesis.
On top of
the academic
training that builds
their skills for real-life
problems, students
and trainees are
mentored through
research and
development projects
and industry partners.
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These specialization tracks are as
follows:
Ÿ Applied Geodesy
Ÿ Geoinformatics
Ÿ Remote Sensing and
Photogrammetry
Hooking Up the Ladders for
Student's Future
In a conversation with Dr Sarmiento,
he shared that the institute has the
ladder for the growth of the students in
their upcoming future and said, "The
institute's academic training itself
builds the students' skills for the real-
life problem. The trainees and students
are mentored through their inclusive
research and development projects and
industry partners."
The institute has seven thematic
research laboratories:
Ÿ Applied Geodesy and Space
Technology (AGST) Research
Laboratory
Ÿ Research and Development
Laboratory for Computational
Geodesy (CGRD)
Ÿ Environmental Systems
Applications of Geomatics
Engineering (EnviSAGE)
Laboratory
Ÿ Geodesy and Satellite Altimetry
(GeoSA) Laboratory
Ÿ Geomatics for Sustainability and
Renewable Energy (SuRE)
Laboratory
Ÿ Geosimulation Research (GeoSim)
Laboratory
Ÿ Surveying and Land Valuation
Research Laboratory (SurvLAV)
The UP DGE & TCAGP also
maintains two instructional
laboratories:
Ÿ The Remote Sensing Image
Analysis Instructional Laboratory
Ÿ The Geographic Information
Systems Instructional Laboratory
Apart from these facilities, the institute
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collaborates with various government
agencies and some private
practitioners. The department acquired
state-of-the-art equipment, which is
used for better simulation and the
practice of the profession and to
advance the level of local geodetic and
geomatics research.
Skill Enhancement Through Extra-
Curricular or Co-curricular
Activities
The institute considers extra-curricular
activities as an important element in
driving student engagement in the
institute. Here are some of the
initiatives that the institute takes to
maintain a higher engagement rate, as
highlighted by Dr. Sarmiento:
Ÿ UP DGE & TCAGP conducts
seminars, trainings and conferences
to advance the Geodetic and
Geomatics Engineering Profession.
Ÿ Partnering with government
agencies and local government
units in research and extension
projects.
Ÿ The department has organized the
Philippine Geomatics Symposium
(PHILGEOS).
Emphasizing on PhilGEOS, Dr.
Sarmiento says, "The PhilGEOS is one
of the Philippines Premier gatherings
of geodetic and geomatics technology
developers, researchers, professionals,
users, and students. PhilGEOS began
in 2012 and continues to be a biennial
event, drawing active participation
from international and local
delegates."
Dr Sarmiento also shared some recent
projects that the department has
implemented,
Ÿ Development of Integrated
Mapping, Monitoring and
Analytical Network System for
Manila Bay and Linked
Environments (MapABLE)
Ÿ A Link-Up of Geomatics and
 Social Science Research for the
Development of Smarter Cities
Project (LUNGSOD)
Ÿ Solar PV Resource and Installation
Assessment Using Geospatial
Technologies (SINAG)
Ÿ Ambient Air Remote Sensing,
Modelling, and Visualization
Environment (AirMOVE)
The student organizations such as the
Geodetic Engineering Club and the
Society of Geodetic Engineering
Majors have conducted outreach events
such as seminars and wellness
activities (among many other
activities) for their students and other
institutions' students.
A Glimpse at the Institutes Awards,
Achievements, and Accolades
The institute's Bachelor of Science in
Geodetic Engineering Program was
chosen by the Philippine Commission
on Higher Education to be the
country's centre of Excellence in
Geodetic Engineering among the 30+
schools.
Implementation (2014), Asia
Geospatial Excellence Award (2014)
and the Presidential Anti-Corruption
Commission Medal (2019).
Enlighten Institutes Foresight
Envisioning the institute's future and
stating the institute's future goals, Dr
Sarmiento says, "The UP DGE &
TCAGP is currently preparing for
growth and expansion of services while
revolutionizing how things are
conducted in the dynamic new normal.
Some of the initiatives that are
undergoing groundwork are:
Ÿ The UP DGE & TCAGP Data
Centre will store and distribute
data from TCAGP-implemented
research projects. The PhD in
Geodetic and Geomatics
Engineering Degree Program. The
UP DGE & TCAGP underwent an
aggressive faculty capacity-
building program spanning a
decade to prepare for this initiative.
Ÿ The TCAGP is upgrading into the
National Geospatial Research
Institute (NGRI). The formation of
the NGRI, by law, will ensure that
the critical services of the
department to the government will
remain funded and operate
optimally.
These initiatives, among others, are
envisioned to maintain the UP DGE &
TCAGP as a powerhouse for
geospatial research and propel the
department to the next level of service
for society."

In recognition of their academic

accreditations and excellence in
training and educating the current and
future geodetic engineers, they feel Jak Sarmiento,
very proud of the department for PhD
maintaining its consistent record of
excellence in the professional Geodetic Chairman and
Engineers. Director

The institute is also known for its

excellent performance in the Geodetic
Engineers Licensure Examinations,
maintaining the tradition of producing
the country's top geospatial
professionals.

The Projects of the institute also

received recognition from the
international community. The primary
awards are the Geospatial World
Excellence Award for Policy

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