ASCOT - School of Education

22/09/2026

𝑺𝑶𝑬𝑫 𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑬𝑨𝑹𝑪𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑺 𝑷𝑼𝑩𝑳𝑰𝑺𝑯 𝑰𝑵 𝑨 𝑺𝑪𝑶𝑷𝑼𝑺-𝑰𝑵𝑫𝑬𝑿𝑬𝑫 𝑱𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑵𝑨𝑳

Another milestone in research excellence for the School of Education (SOED) of Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT)!

Congratulations to our SOED researchers for their newly published article, “Introducing Action Learning to Philippine Public School Teachers: Insights, Struggles, and Surprises,” in Action Learning: Research and Practice, a Scopus-indexed journal published by Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group.

The study explores the implementation of the Action Learning Professional Development Framework (AL-PDF) among Philippine public school teachers, highlighting their experiences, practical successes, and challenges shaped by time constraints, administrative demands, and a culture of compliance.

The publication is also a product of inter-school collaboration within ASCOT, with some of the co-authors coming from the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS).

This achievement reflects SOED’s continuing commitment to research-driven teacher education, collaborative scholarship, and evidence-based educational practice that contributes to both Philippine and international academic discourse.

From local classrooms to the international research community, SOED continues to make research count.

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19/09/2026

To all BLEPT takers, the School of Education stands with you as you take this important step toward becoming Licensed Professional Teachers.

All the hard work, sleepless nights, prayers, and preparation have brought you this far. Trust what you have learned, believe in yourself, and face the examination with courage and confidence.

May your knowledge guide you, your preparation strengthen you, and your faith give you peace throughout the journey. Your dream of becoming a professional teacher is within reach.

As you take the BLEPT, remember:

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.” — Isaiah 41:10

Go forth, future LPTs! You’ve got this!

14/09/2026

SOED FACULTY RESEARCHERS AWARDED ₱5.9-MILLION NRCP PROJECT GRANT

The School of Education (SOED) proudly celebrates another milestone in research excellence as its faculty researchers, headed by Dr. Christian M. Santiago, have been awarded a project grant under the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Grants-in-Aid Program.

For 2028, the research project “Scaling the Action Learning Apprenticeship Program (ALAP): A National Mixed-Methods Study on Teacher Preparation Reform” has been approved for funding, with an estimated budget of ₱5,900,000 for a project duration of 36 months.

The project aims to bridge existing gaps in teacher education through ALAP, a program integrated into the teaching internship curriculum across Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs) in the Philippines. Through a mixed-methods study, the research will determine ALAP’s impact on graduate readiness, problem-solving capabilities, teacher agency, and student learning outcomes, while examining its potential to better prepare future teachers for the realities of Philippine classrooms.

This externally funded research project reflects SOED’s continuing commitment to research-driven innovation and quality teacher education, supporting its goal of developing globally competitive graduates who are equipped to respond to the evolving demands of education in the Philippines and beyond.

From research to reform, SOED continues to invest in teachers who will shape globally competitive learners and a stronger Philippine education system.

04/09/2026

The School of Education mourns the passing of Rey Carlos S. Camacho, a former colleague and fellow educator whose dedication to teaching left a meaningful mark on the lives of those he encountered.

As a teacher, he shared not only knowledge but also lessons, experiences, and values that extended far beyond the classroom. His years of service and contribution to the teaching profession will remain in the memories of those who had the privilege of working with him.

For his former colleagues, Sir Caloy will be remembered not only for the work he shared with them, but also for the moments, conversations, and experiences that became part of their journey as educators.

The School of Education extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Rey Carlos S. Camacho. May they find comfort in knowing that his life, service, and legacy will not be forgotten.

“You may be gone, but the knowledge you shared will live on through every life you touched.”

Rest peacefully, Sir Caloy.

You taught. You inspired.
You will be remembered.

03/09/2026

𝑵𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒔: 𝑫𝒓. 𝑭𝒂𝒋𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒐’𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑩𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝑳𝒂𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒅

The School of Education (SOED) proudly congratulates Dr. Rolina Manzanillo-Fajardo on the publication and launch of her book, Foundations of Research: A Basic Guide for Undergraduate Education Studies.

The book was officially launched on August 20, 2026, during the RISE Expo 2026 Networking Night held at the ASCOT Hostel, as part of ASCOT’s celebration of the research and academic contributions of its faculty and researchers.

Designed as a practical guide for undergraduate students, the book introduces the fundamentals of research and the essential skills needed to conduct structured and meaningful academic inquiry. More than a publication, it serves as a valuable resource in nurturing future educators who are capable of thinking critically, investigating systematically, and using evidence to address educational and social concerns.

This achievement strongly reflects the School of Education’s commitment to developing globally competitive, research-oriented, and reflective educators. Through scholarly publications such as this, SOED continues to strengthen its culture of research and innovation while equipping future teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to evidence-based education and community development.

24/08/2026

𝑺𝑶𝑬𝑫 𝑺𝑯𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑺 𝑨𝑻 𝑹𝑰𝑺𝑬 𝑬𝑿𝑷𝑶 2026: 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉, 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒙𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏

The School of Education (SOED) of Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) proudly showcased the spirit of research, innovation, and community engagement at the RISE EXPO 2026 (Research and Innovation for Sustainable Extension).

With a strong commitment to advancing quality education through evidence-based research and meaningful extension initiatives, SOED presented a total of nine student theses, six faculty research papers, and two extension programs, demonstrating how educational research can respond to pressing social, cultural, and educational concerns while contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The School’s participation was highlighted by the strong performance of its student and faculty researchers, who won several awards across different presentation categories.

𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬

𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 – 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
“𝐅𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲”
John Reymark S. Garcia, Angel May M. Picardal, and Paulyn Joy E. Naraja

𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 – 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
“𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐠 𝐓𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐚: 𝐏𝐚𝐠-𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐰𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐡𝐢 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐬 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐃𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭, 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐮𝐢𝐬, 𝐀𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐚”
Joanna N. Diguinat, Shannel Laurente, Eunice Ann R. Taborda, and Mica G. Valencia

𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 – 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
“𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬”
Maryel L. Montibano, Princess A. Carcido, Vanna Mae G. Lacno, and Preciuos J. Agno

𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 – 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
“𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲: 𝐀 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦”
John Patrick D. Almojera, John Erick M. Milar, Khyla A. Nery, and Joyce S. Ruiz

𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐑𝐘

𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞
“𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧: 𝐎𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤”
Rowel G. Olila, Alfredo C. Padios, Jr., Christian M. Santiago, and Jonathan V. Macayan

𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞
“𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝: 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭: 𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞”
Alfredo C. Padios, Jr., Nikita Paola A. del Mundo, James Xavier U. Pio, and Charles R. Velasco

𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞
“𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬”
Noriel T. Barangan and Emmalyn C. Barangan, PhD.

Beyond the awards, SOED’s participation in RISE EXPO 2026 reflects its continuing commitment to its institutional goals and objectives—to develop competent, innovative, research-oriented, and socially responsive educators whose work contributes meaningfully to learners, communities, and society.

SOED continues to rise—through research, strengthened by innovation, and driven by a commitment to serve.

18/08/2026

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, 𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗔𝗖 𝗝𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗭 𝗥𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗢!🏀

Join us in celebrating 𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐚𝐜 𝐉𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐳 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝗕𝗣𝗘𝗗 𝟯 for taking his passion for basketball to the next level!

Isaac recently attended the 𝐒𝐁𝐏 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 for 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 on August 15 to 16, 2026 in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija, under the mentorship of 𝐒𝐢𝐫 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫 and is now an officially Licensed SBP Basketball Referee!

Thank you for continuing to bring honor to the BPED program and the ASCOT community. We cannot wait to see you shine on the court! 👏



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