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Interviews, discussions, and sometimes, chill talks with insightful thought leaders, inspiring educators, and courageous change-makers who help transform, elevate, and celebrate teachers around the globe. EmpowerED Podcast is specially dedicated to amplifying the voice of the Filipino teacher towards a dialogue with teachers around the world and the global community!
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We sit down with Fr. Benigno Beltran, SVD, an award-winning education leader, sustainability advocate, and author. In this captivating conversation, Fr. Beltran shares his groundbreaking work on sustainability initiatives, including the innovative Bamboo Project. Explore how Fr. Beltran's visionary approach is addressing climate change challenges a…
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Discover the potential of AI in education and research as Dr. Samuel Macagba III, Assistant Principal for Formation and Research Instructor at Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan de Oro, discusses whether it's a game-changer or a Pandora's Box of challenges and ethical dilemmas. Join us for insights into reshaping teaching, learning, and scholarly …
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In this episode, we explore the intriguing link between faith, spirituality, and environmental literacy with Leo-Martin Angelo Ocampo, Professor of Theology at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. Dive into insightful discussions on how religious teachings and spiritual beliefs can inspire environmental action and empower communities t…
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Join us as we sit down with Dr. Vicente Antonio Pijano III, Chancellor and COO at the Philippines Women's College of Davao, to explore why schools urgently need AI policy frameworks. In this episode, we discuss the implications of AI in classrooms and the importance of establishing clear guidelines to ensure equitable access and ethical use of AI t…
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In this episode with Yuekun Li, the Global Business Lead of ClassIn, we'll be diving into the world of AI and its impact on society. We'll explore the ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI, including issues of bias, privacy, and accountability, and discuss ways to ensure that AI is used in a responsible and ethical manner. #S9E9…
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In this episode, Life Coach Cristine de Leon Alcala joins us as we explore how the pandemic has changed our ideas and expressions of love, as many people have had to navigate long-distance relationships, isolation, and loss. We also discuss the concept of love languages and how understanding them can help us better connect with our partners and lov…
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Join us on the "ChatGPT Revolution" podcast as we explore the exciting and game-changing world of language models like ChatGPT. From revolutionizing the way we learn and teach in schools to changing the way businesses operate and communicate, ChatGPT is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI. Tune in as we dive into the challenges and op…
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The digital divide has been present even before the pandemic. But the recent pandemic made this a glaring reality. Sancho Syquia and Leonard Ang of the non-profit organization Adaptech (https://adaptechph.org) share with us how their organization harnesses youth power to achieve their goal of helping bridge and close the gap in the digital divide, …
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To be a #teacherontiktok (and basically, a teacher on social media) is tricky. How can teachers navigate social media? If students say that they cringe when they see their teachers on Tiktok, should teachers then stop using the app? What delineates personal from professional in the ethics of being a teacher on Tiktok? John Paul Viernes, an edtech e…
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Do you want to write your own fictional story or publish a personal blog but you don't know how to go about it? Have you experienced writer's block? Are you a teacher who's having a hard time getting your students to write? 2022 Global Student Prize finalist Leah Angela Cioco joins our podcast and shares how, as a young published writer, she learne…
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Reports of cheating in tests during remote learning reached an all-time high! Since students were not with their teachers and on their own, the temptation to cheat was much stronger. Ma. Angelica B. America, Economics teacher in Senior High School (Xavier School) and college instructor (Ateneo de Manila University) joins us as we reflect if we can …
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In this episode, Imran Hassan, EdTech Trainer for Asia and the Pacific at EdPuzzle, joins us as we rediscover and re-learn flipped learning and how it helped learners during the pandemic lockdown and how teachers can integrate flipped learning into their daily learning experiences. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2kHX53u or Spotify: http…
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We continue to witness recurring surges of covid infection in our communities that affect schools. The education systems need to be ready with a resilient learning continuity program. In this first episode of the special hybrid or hyflex learning mini-series, we examine hybrid or hyflex learning and its role in ensuring that learning continues amid…
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In this second episode of the special hybrid or hyflex learning mini-series, we dive deep into UNESCO's three-step approach into designing the school's Hybrid/Hyflex Learning Program, focusing on the importance of understanding context, needs, and capabilities of the school community. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2kHX53u or Spotify: h…
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In this third episode of the special hybrid or hyflex learning mini-series, we examine recurring challenges in Hybrid/Hyflex Learning and find ways to address them. We survey the following areas: learning and assessment, teacher readiness, space and infrastructure, and most importantly, safety, support, and equity. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https:/…
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How can a student win a US $100,000 Award and help change the world? A special and surprise episode drops today before lunch! Ancelmo Miguel Catalla, the first Filipino student finalist in the Global Student Prize, drops by to share his experience of being a Global Student Prize finalist in 2021 and gives tips on how to prepare, get nominated, and …
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Global Teacher Prize 2021 Finalist Steven Kolber (Australia) shares how the universal design of learning and AI can be tapped to elevate learning, explaining how UDL and AI can help teachers to be more effective educators to provide better learning experiences to students. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2kHX53u or Spotify: https://spoti…
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Education during the pandemic has been challenging. Teachers had to learn new skills and face their fears in shifting to remote learning. For the past months, Mark Anthony Jamisal has been rendering service to the Philippine education community by training teachers on how to use technology tools to enable remote learning and leading an online tutor…
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These times have been tough for the youth, with challenges not just in their academic life, but also in their own personal relationships and lives. Joel Hawod, UNIFFIED’s 2021 Most Influential Teacher, joins us and shares his experiences of guiding high school students in this pandemic. He talks about fostering and sustaining authentic relationship…
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The work of a teacher does not end the moment the dismissal bell rings. For some teachers, the work extends even outside the classroom, supporting students, their families, and other members of the community. Global Teacher Prize 2021 finalist Michelle Rubio from the Philippines shares how her community inspired and led her to realize that teaching…
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The Philippines' first Global Student Prize finalist Ancelmo Miguel Catalla of Quezon Science High School joins empowerED Podcast and shares his experiences as a student journalist and how youth journalism can help students be more involved on current relevant social issues. Miguel also talks about the situation of the youth as they cope with the d…
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Feedback to student learning matters! So, what is hindering our teachers from taking advantage of this essential aspect of teaching-learning process? We again welcome Ivy Encinares, K-12 Filipino Language and Literature Department Chairperson at Xavier School-Nuvali, as she discusses institutional and systemic issues that hinder teachers from fully…
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The remote education set-up has given parents their front-row seats in the online or remote learning classes of their children, including the different assessments given to them. Maleng Raysag, a teacher blogger and the head of Power Mac Business Systems, Inc, joins us in this episode and shares her experiences as a parent and how she manages her p…
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Language and Literature Teacher and EdTech Coach Nico Fos shares his experience in designing and implementing authentic assessments that feature real-world problems, social relevance, and the use of interdisciplinary approach. Co-hosted with Reagan Austria, this episode also talks about the challenges of having authentic assessments in remote learn…
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In this episode, Miriam College Grade School educators, Nicca Ruiz (subject area supervisor for Language), and Kevin Agustin (Social Science teacher) join us to uncover the benefits of enabling peer feedback-giving in class. Nicca and Kevin further discuss how peer feedback can empower students in processing their own learning through using metacog…
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For the first part of Season 8, Reagan Austria, a digital learning specialist and consultant, joins us as special co-host as we dig deep into assessments in remote learning. As our first guest also, Reagan discusses misconceptions and issues on assessments in online remote learning, and shares “home-based learning assessment” ideas to make assessme…
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We often hear teachers complaining about the PDs that they attend before the school year begins. Often, they see these PDs as more of requirements and not as a relevant opportunities to improve their craft. Principal Melissa Espíritu of St. Joseph's Academy, Philippines joins us and shares her experience as a school leader in designing meaningful P…
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In this episode, Yuekun Li, the country manager of ClassIn in the Philippines, shares his insights on the state of online learning and access to technology in education in the Philippines. The discussion also focuses on how educators can further engage students in an online learning set-up to avoid death by online lecture.…
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How can teachers effectively foster collaboration skills in online learning if students are learning remotely? Alfonso Mangubat, PYP Coordinator & MS Social Studies Teacher at Tokyo West International School, joins us once again to discuss how students can learn better together using the right strategies and appropriate digital learning platforms a…
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Feedback and formative assessments are vital to successful student learning. Remote learning in the pandemic uncovered many challenges in delivering consistent and high-quality feedback to students. Jeffrey Beltran, an instructor and EdTech trainer at the National Teachers College in the Philippines, joins us in understanding the essential role of …
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Learner agency is about empowering and giving students the power of choice and voice to make meaningful actions and see the results of their decisions. It matters now more than ever, but how can schools foster this when students are in remote learning? Ma. Theresa Nebres-Ladrido, high school principal of Xavier School San Juan, Philippines, takes u…
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How can we transform the school curricula to respond to education disruptions, such as the pandemic? What are the essential considerations, helpful processes, and inevitable challenges that we will encounter in this undertaking? Stephanie Barredo, Head of Remote Learning and Primary School Coordinator at Keys School Manila joins our discussion to h…
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Zachary Sy and Emilio Aquino, my former students in the grade school, are back on empowerED Podcast! In this discussion, Emilio and Zachary share candidly their insights and experiences after undergoing one year of online distance education in the pandemic. Zach shares his own experiences at Purdue University in the USA while Emilio with his experi…
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In this episode, Dr. Ferdinand Blancaflor Pitagan, Dean of the School of Teacher Education at the National Teachers College, joins us once again and shares how Teacher Education Institutions should be learning from this pandemic and start re-imagining how teacher education should empower future teachers to be resilient and future-proof. This episod…
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How has the state of literacy changed in this time of the pandemic? What challenges and opportunities have we encountered in teaching students the basic literacy skills as we all do various mode of distance learning? Mr. Frederick Sotto Perez, president of the Reading Association of the Philippines, joins our discussion and reflects on what we have…
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Sister Felicitas Bernardo, SPC, Dean of the Graduate School of Education of St. Paul University-Manila and Chairperson of the National Basic Education Commission of the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines, joins our discussion on the challenges and opportunities that private schools in the Philippines continue to encounter. Sister F…
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Life Coach Christine De Leon Alcala returns to empowerED Podcast and discusses how the youth have fared after more than a year into the pandemic. Are they sinking or swimming? How have schools supported the youth's well-being and social-emotional learning skills development? This episode has a video podcast version on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.…
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Jay Michael Jaboneta, Managing Director of NEXUS Innovation Labs, De La Salle Lipa and Co-Founder of the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation, drops by to share his experience in mobilizing communities and partners to help schools at this time of the pandemic. He also talks about the recent project of the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation in helping schools…
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Dr. Bert J. Tuga, President of the Philippine Normal University, and Dr. Peter Esperanza, Founder of NumberBender and Apple Distinguished Educator, join Mark Reid in discussing how to inspire and help teachers in taking action, finding solutions, and creating education innovations that respond to challenges in their classes, schools, or local commu…
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Dr. Dina Ocampo, former Undersecretary of the Department of Education-Philippines, and Kazuya Takahashi, Global Teacher Prize finalist, join Mark Reid in discussing how to unlock and unleash leadership in educators in this unprecedented time and in solving the challenges brought about by the pandemic. Originally aired during the empowerED First Ann…
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Dr. Nadia Lopez and Mark Reid explore different ways of unleashing the power within every educator. In this candid and sincere conversation, the three education leaders draw from their own unique experiences of being empowered and empowering their fellow educators. Originally aired during the empowerED First Anniversary Special.…
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Certified Life Coach, Cristine De Leon Alcala, shares the common sources of stress and challenges in students and teachers as remote learning progresses this current school year. She discusses the essential roles of self-care, time-management, and self-awareness in coping with the negativities of the pandemic and gives helpful tips to thrive and be…
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Dean Trixie Sison of the Department of Child Development and Education at Miriam College, a leading higher education institution in the Philippines, discusses how the early education sector has moved forward at this time of the pandemic. She dives deep into the challenges as well as the opportunities and key learnings in early education as the glob…
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Is EdTech closing the gap in education or is it widening the big challenge of inequity at this time of the pandemic? EdTech Director and Apple Distinguished Educator, Trish Castro joins empowerED Podcast for a reflective discussion on how EdTech continues to play its role in delivering learning in this unprecedented time. This episode has a video p…
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