27/10/2026
𝗶𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
To enhanced educator capabilities and resilient the regional learning system, the Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Cotabato successfully concluded an Influential three day training program titled "iLEARN 2026: Innovating Learning through Ethics, Assessment, and Responsive Instruction" from October 23 to 25, 2026, at the Paraiso Verde Hotel in Koronadal City.
Coordinating to address the evolving demands of modern education, the program brought together teachers and school leaders from across Cotabato Province to equip them with pioneering artificial intelligence (AI), Information and Communications Technology (ICT) tools, and learner-centered strategies.
The training officially kicked off with opening remarks from Curriculum Implementation Division Chief Dr. Elpidio B. Daquipil and Education Program Supervisor for LRMDS Dr. Juvy B. Nitura, followed by plenary sessions on ethical AI integration led by Dr. Joseph C. Lorilla of the University of Southern Mindanao – Kabacan.
On the second day, participants divided into different focused tracks for Elementary, High School, and Alternative Learning System (ALS) educators to explore data-driven progress tracking, stakeholder communication, and collaborative assessment techniques.
These specialized workshops were guided by expert resource speakers including Prof. Eugene G. Ranjo, Prof. Catherine C. Daffon, Prof. Janice T. Palmaera, Prof. Ryan Z. Gonzaga, Prof. Melecio Cordero, and Prof. Carse, consolidating on the final day with participants presenting innovative lesson plans and strategic curriculum outputs.
Equipped with enhanced digital tools and data-driven methods, Cotabato teachers are now ready to return to their respective schools to transform classroom instruction and foster adaptive learning environments for all students.
✍🏻: Vince Caserial & Danica Romuar, News Writers
💻: Rey Intes
📸: Meliza Gabinete, Jessa Angoy, EJ Dulay