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ETCOR Educational Research Center Inc. (Securities and Exchange Commission Registration Number: 2024020137294-00)

ETCOR Educational Research Center, Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit, non-government, humanitarian, social, and professional organization of researchers, educators, and other professionals and industry practitioners.

ETCOR Educational Research Center, Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit, non-government, humanitarian, social, and professional organization which promotes the culture of research through its various research innovations, initiatives, and advocacies in helping the education sector to provide quality, relevant and accessible education for all. ETCOR stands for “Embracing The Culture Of Research”. The name symbolizes the research center’s goal to help researchers, educators, and other professionals and industry practitioners to fully embrace the culture of research. ETCOR envisions a community that searches for truth through research and other educational advocacies. By promoting the culture of research to all people, ETCOR aims to contribute to improving the society through academic inquiries and in realizing that people conduct research for the ultimate goal of serving the Almighty through service to others. To realize this, ETCOR provides research capacity-building seminars/trainings/workshops, coaching and mentoring, advising, and all other innovations and initiatives involving the conduct of research in various fields or disciplines. It also conducts conferences and other activities that promote the culture of research and all other educational advocacies. Its core values include (1) Service to the Almighty - ETCOR adheres to the principle that people conduct research for the ultimate goal of serving the Almighty through service to others, (2) Excellence - ETCOR does not tolerate any form of mediocrity. It gives primary importance and value to the best performance of one’s duties and responsibilities, and (3) Integrity - ETCOR is grounded on the value that integrity in all actions shall be a parameter of one’s character. Without integrity, excellence and other values become inconsistent with each other.

Announcements

Jul 23, 2026

ETCOR-SPAM, Inc.’s 4th International Research Conference on Media and Community Development (IRCMCD)

PRC-CPD Approves ETCOR-SPAM, Inc.’s 4th International Research Conference on Media and Community Development (IRCMCD) for Educators A new milestone for campus journalism and media research has been achieved as the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) officially approved the CPD accreditation of the research component of the upcoming 17th National Campus Media Conference (NCMC) 2026 organized by the School Press Advisers’ Movement, Inc., in partnership with ETCOR. The conference research presentation program carries PRC-CPD Program Accreditation Number PTR-2025-749-13483, recognizing the academic and professional value of the event for educators, journalism advisers, campus journalists, communication scholars, and media practitioners nationwide. The conference, scheduled on October 22–24, 2026, at the Crown Legacy Hotel, includes paper presentations on October 23 that are now eligible for CPD units as part of the approved professional development training. The partnership between SPAM, Inc. and ETCOR also opens a major publication opportunity for conference paper presenters through the International Journal of Journalism and Campus Media Practice (IJ-CAMP). During the official meeting held on May 9, 2026, in San Fernando, Pampanga, both organizations agreed to grant a 50% publication discount in IJ-CAMP for registered paper presenters of NCMC 2026. Researchers may submit either the same study to be presented during the conference or any other paper aligned with journalism, communication, media literacy, artificial intelligence in journalism, digital media, and related disciplines. Strengthening the journal’s scholarly leadership, Dr. Melanie Viloria-Briones was also officially appointed as Editor-in-Chief of IJ-CAMP, reinforcing the journal’s commitment to responsible journalism research and international publication standards. As a peer-reviewed international journal published quarterly by ETCOR, IJ-CAMP promotes rigorous double-blind peer review, Crossref DOI registration, and global academic standards in journalism and media scholarship. Organizers encourage interested participants to register early and become part of this transformative national gathering themed “Shaping Powerful and Adaptive Media in the AI Era.” Registration and conference details may be accessed through the official School Press Advisers’ Movement, Inc. Facebook Page, while publication submissions for IJ-CAMP may be processed through IJ-CAMP Publication Portal. To register in the SPAM, Inc. research conference, get in touch with the Secretariat via their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SchoolPressAdvisersMovementInc After registering and paying as a paper presenter at SPAM, Inc., you can immediately proceed to publication with IJ-CAMP via this link: https://tinyurl.com/ResearchJournalPublication (Choose IJ-CAMP, the journal dedicated for campus journalism and media practice)

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Jul 23, 2026

OPFBEX Conference

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍! 𝐏𝐑𝐂 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐖𝐎-𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐄𝐓𝐂𝐎𝐑-𝐎𝐏𝐅𝐁𝐄𝐗 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍! 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐊, 𝐏𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀 — JUST IN! The wait is over, and the news is official! The 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐏𝐑𝐂) has finally 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐓𝐂𝐎𝐑-𝐎𝐏𝐅𝐁𝐄𝐗 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦, 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨. 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟏𝟓𝟏𝟕𝟓𝟖. Participants and paper presenters who successfully comply with the accredited program requirements will earn CPD credit units. The two-day international conference will be held on 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗–𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐌𝐗 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐤, 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚. The program was formally applied for by ETCOR, a PRC-accredited CPD Training Provider. This is your sign to register, participate, present your research, learn from experts, connect with fellow educators, researchers, and industry professionals, and experience Central Luzon's premier culinary expo! Beyond plenary lectures and scholarly exchanges, participants will engage in research presentations, innovation and industry learning immersions, heritage and sustainability activities, and professional application sessions designed to connect research and education with food, tourism, hospitality, agriculture, and Kapampangan heritage. OPFBEX 2026 just became even bigger and more exciting! Secure your participation and be part of this international research and professional development gathering in Clark. Come for the learning. Come for the research. Come for the innovation, food, culture, and connections. 𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐌𝐗 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗–𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔! 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒—𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆! 𝐒𝐄𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐊! Register here: PRC-CPD-Accredited Trainings, Paper Presentations and Conference Participants https://tinyurl.com/RegisterConferenceETCOR2

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May 16, 2025

ETCOR is now a PRC-Accredited CPD Provider for Professional Teachers!

ETCOR is now a PRC-Accredited CPD Provider for Professional Teachers!

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Jan 7, 2024

RUN, RESEARCHERS! RUN! ETCOR Educational Research Center’s International Run for a Healthier Research Community (ETCOR Run 2024)

Our very first run in 2024!!! Let us join together on our journey to health and fitness!!! Let us start the year right; start it with the healthier and sexier version of ourselves!!! RUN, RESEARCHERS! RUN! ETCOR Educational Research Center’s International Run for a Healthier Research Community (ETCOR Run 2024) Clark Freeport Zone, Clark, Pampanga, Philippines January 7, 2024, Sunday, 4:00AM 3K with Racebib, Singlet, Medal, and Certificate @ PHP 499.00 5K with Racebib, Singlet, Medal, and Certificate @ PHP 599.00 10K with Racebib, Singlet, Finisher Shirt, Medal, and Certificate @ PHP 1,099.00 16K with Racebib, Singlet, Finisher Shirt, Medal, and Certificate @ PHP 1,499.00 In-store Registration at Decathlon SM City Clark every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 1:00pm-7:00pm Online Registration via MY RUNTIME website.

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Aug 30, 2023

ETCOR Awards Night (Year-End Conferment of Awards), Recognition of Research Consultants, Researchers and Authors, January 6, 2024, Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark, Pampanga

ETCOR Awards Night (Year-End Conferment of Awards) and Recognition of Research Consultants, Researchers and Authors on January 6, 2024, Saturday, 6:00PM at the Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark, Pampanga, Philippines; Awardees have an option to attend the Virtual Awarding Ceremony.

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Jun 23, 2023

Call for Chapter Authorship! Reserve yours now! Title of the 1st Book: “In the Exigency of the Service: A Response to a Higher Calling”

Call for Chapter Authorship! Reserve yours now! Title of the 1st Book: “In the Exigency of the Service: A Response to a Higher Calling” Abstract: This book features people, professionals, either from private or public institutions, who share their personal stories and experiences, or the stories and experiences of their colleagues or friends, in doing the extra mile, in responding, and accepting/doing certain roles in the exigency of the service, in order to serve their clients or people without delay. It features stories and experiences of accepting certain roles or tasks, even in difficult situations, even going outside of one’s comfort zones, for the sake of doing the greater good of serving others and bringing good for the larger community. In this book, the title of each featured story or chapter shall be “In the Exigency of the Service: Dr. Marites D. Fortunato’s Response to a Higher Calling” (the name of the person is fictional, and it will change to the name of the real author who is the subject person. ETCOR also allows other people (colleagues or friends of the subject person who have knowledge of his/her story and experiences) to be the author of this section, but the title shall still bear the name of the subject person. Chapter writing starts on June 30, 2023. Submission is on or before July 31, 2023. ISBN Application: August 31, 2023 Book Launch is on October 8, 2023, together with the launching of ETCOR’s newly published magazine and research journal issues. The venue will be announced soon. Authors who will not be available for a face-to-face book/magazine/journal issues’ launch will be accommodated via virtual platform. Contact ETCOR via mobile number 0939-202-9035 and/or e-mail address embracingthecultureofresearch@gmail.com / embracingthecultureofresearch@etcor.org. You may also send us a private message via this Page and/or contact us via our website.

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May 17, 2023

ETCOR’s “Series of International Research Capability-Building Seminar-Workshop cum International Research Conference / Paper Presentations”

ETCOR’s “Series of International Research Capability-Building Seminar-Workshop cum International Research Conference / Paper Presentations”, July 20, 2023 – March 28, 2024

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Feb 10, 2022

Help us reach more people and extend our assistance and advocacy for the poor!

ETCOR Educational Research Center, through its Office for Humanitarian Affairs and Organizational Advocacy, aims to contribute to improving the society through its various advocacy projects and initiatives in helping the different sectors of the society.

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Feb 2, 2022

Join ETCOR Educational Research Center as a Research Consultant! Apply now!

BE AT THE CENTER! Join the best research consultancy community and immerse with us with our timely advocacy! Apply now as a Research Consultant of the ETCOR Educational Research Center!

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Be a Published Author Now! Book / Book Chapter in Digital and/or Print

Be a Published Author Now! Book / Book Chapter in Digital and/or Print ETCOR is a Book Publisher in Digital and Print as accredited by the National Book Development Board (NBDB) of the Philippines. Book Publication Options: (1) Digital via ETCOR website, and (2) Print Version Authorship Options: (1) Sole Authorship of a Book, (2) Co-Authorship of a Book, and (3) Authorship of a Book Chapter Topics: Multidisciplinary – either based on author’s areas of expertise or alignment or based on topics recommended by ETCOR Contact ETCOR via mobile number 0939-202-9035 and/or e-mail address embracingthecultureofresearch@gmail.com / embracingthecultureofresearch@etcor.org. You may also send us a private message via this Page and/or contact us via our website.

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Upcoming Events

Latest Events

Awards Night for ETCOR’s International Awards for Outstanding Educators and Researchers, Recognition of ETCOR Research Consultants, & Launching of the Maiden Issue of the iJOINED ETCOR

Awards Night for ETCOR’s International Awards for Outstanding Educators and Researchers, Recognition of ETCOR Research Consultants and Launching of the Maiden Issue of the International Journal of Open-access, Interdisciplinary and New Educational Discoveries of ETCOR Educational Research Center (iJOINED ETCOR) Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark, Pampanga, Philippines March 26, 2022

Apr 13, 2022

Testimonials

It was my first time to join an International Search for Outstanding Educators and Researchers through ETCOR. The invitation from ETCOR I received through our Schools Division Superintendent/Regional Director was clear and very specific with the guidelines and criteria which encouraged me to prepare my documents. Upon submission of my letter of intent and my documents, I immediately received a reply that guided me of the completion of the requirements.

From then on, ETCOR, through its Secretariat, constantly communicated to me through email to facilitate any concern until the day of Final Review and Deliberations via Zoom. The Final Review and Deliberations done by the team and the Awarding Body, headed by the Event Chairman and the Head Research Consultant, was an inspiring experience because the staff and members established a very friendly atmosphere and the scores presented were really based on the criteria set. The result was more than my expectations! The recognition given me as Rank 6 for Outstanding School Leader was overwhelming! The December 27, 2021 Virtual Recognition/Awarding Ceremony delighted me, simple yet honouring!

Generally, the process of the International Search for Outstanding Educators and Researchers by ETCOR was done in a very professional manner. The steps stipulated in the guidelines were followed and the participants were treated with high respect. Congratulations to the organizers of this prestigious activity. More Power!

Dr. Myrna Quilang Adduru

ETCOR Awards 2021 Outstanding School Leader (Rank 6)
Education Program Supervisor
Schools Division of Tuguegarao City, Philippines

Part of professional growth is to develop collaboration and build your network in the field. ETCOR provides an OPPORTUNITY for educator like me who would like to grow professionally and develop interpersonal skills and research skills. Big things actually not start from small beginnings, but they start with an OPPORTUNITY. And I would like to thank ETCOR for that OPPORTUNITY. Looking forward for more fruitful years with you!

Dr. Randel D. Estacio

Associate Professor I
Quezon City University
Novaliches, Quezon City, Philippines

ETCOR provides a wide perspective in the growing field of research. More than the experience, it is a great privilege to become a research consultant here. ETCOR serves as a great foundation that attracts more clients that diversify the application and advancement of my services.

My warm greetings and deepest thanks to my ETCOR Family! Sharing my happiness and joy to be a research consultant!

Joy Ann R. Rodelas, MATE

Teacher III
Suba National High School
Laguna, Philippines

ETCOR has been one of my extended family during this new normal. It all started when I was invited to be a research consultant via e-mail after attending a research workshop. Back then, I don't know about ETCOR. After I became a research consultant, I was entrusted with responsibilities that strengthen my skills in leadership and in moderating webinars. I learned a lot about research by attending the paid and free national webinar series and I had the opportunity to connect with seasoned and budding researchers.

In this tribe, you will be more inspired to do more and promote the culture of research. It is an honor to serve this extended family. More power and fruitful years ahead, ETCOR family!

God bless our future endeavors!

Karen Krista M. Escobar-Cajilis, MSMT, RMT

Instructor, College of Nursing
Cavite State University
Indang, Cavite, Philippines

To be recognized internationally is out of my wildest dream. All I thought was that being a teacher is already my biggest achievement in life. I am beyond thankful to ETCOR for this opportunity. Though, I thought that this was impossible due to the pandemic, I was impressed how everything went smoothly. The overall experience was great, memorable, and meaningful to all of us - awardees. It brought me to the realization that our doors of thousands of opportunities are still open, and we should not limit ourselves to achieve greater in life because the height of our achievements will depend on the weight of our dreams.

Ryan C. Tura, LPT

ETCOR Awards 2021 Outstanding Educator
DepEd Cagayan de Oro City, Region X, Philippines

Loyal Jack Lewman, a famous American writer and educator once said “Never stop learning, for when we stop learning, we stop growing”.

Learning never stops at ETCOR. As a school administrator and a researcher, ETCOR provided me with extensive exposures with their different research sessions conducted for the research consultants. Being a newbie in the group of research consultants this year, I was able to learn many things from the discussions especially on the in-depth analysis of qualitative and quantitative research discussed by competent research experts. The sessions conducted by ETCOR made me realized the importance of conducting research in my workplace. The knowledge, information, and insights I gained from the resource speakers from the different sessions is a life-time opportunity for me as a researcher. And through ETCOR, I was awarded as outstanding school leader for 2021.

Thank you, ETCOR, for this life-time opportunity!

Dr. Dennis C. Ramirez

School Principal II
Nagbacalan Elementary School
Ilocos Norte, Philippines

It is with great honor that I became a member of this research group and awe that I receive this Outstanding School Leader Award from ETCOR Educational Research Center, which gave recognition to the efforts I have given to make our school children better learners. I’m so grateful. Thank you very much for giving me an opportunity! You uplift my confidence and trust…TO DREAM…BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE my professional goal.

Dr. Rosalinda V. Sanchez

Principal III
Lian Central School
Lian, Batangas, Philippines

ETCOR provided me an avenue to enhance further my skills in research through its trainings and seminars and at the same time it honed my leadership skills as the Regional Coordinator in the Ilocos Region (Region I).

ETCOR people are also very kind and accommodating. During my first encounter with them, I really felt that they know how to converse with other people with utmost respect and prudence. I can say that based on my personal experience with them, in terms of interpersonal behavior, the people comprising ETCOR are all well-mannered considering that they respect each other especially the new members.

ETCOR as whole can be described as an organization who has the passion to help others, to train them, to make the best out of them, and more importantly is that they transform others to become better individuals.

I also like the way ETCOR people review or scrutinize documents. They really follow procedures. They are very careful in crafting the words or sentences or paragraphs in their documents. The statements thereto are in accordance with law and not contrary to the morals, good customs or prejudicial to a third person with a right recognized by law.

I am very thankful that I found an organization that serves as scaffolding to the teachers who embrace the culture of research.

Accordingly, as my final statement, more power and God bless to ETCOR family!

Dr. Cristina S. Doria

Master Teacher I
Nalsian-Tomling National High School
Malasiqui, Pangasinan, Philippines

One of my greatest fears is to be a webinar moderator. I can be a facilitator and speaker but never in my entire life to be a moderator wherein I must give an adlib with the participants and be nice and alive, alert, and enthusiastic in the whole program.

Being an ETCOR moderator in the webinar is precious to mee. It gives me a lot of motivation, self-confidence, and discover another talents and skills that I have. God will use people as instrument to give me an opportunity to share and experience another side of me.

I found happiness when I experienced to be a moderator that night of ETCOR’S event. As an educator we have to explore and discover our hidden talents and skills, especially now we don’t have face-to-face interactions, and webinar or any events in the school program are done virtually. ETCOR helps me a lot to overcome my fear. It made me realized that I can do it.

It’s an honor and privilege to be one of the moderators in ETCOR because this is one of my greatest achievements that I can offer to everyone. I gain more knowledge and friends - different educators all over the Philippines. ETCOR is a family to me. God bless, everyone, and MABUHAY ang ETCOR!

Ma. Cristina G. Bagas, MAEd

Master Teacher I
Sucat Elementary School
Muntinlupa City, Philippines

ETCOR Educational Research Center’s “International Awards for Outstanding Educators and Researchers” is one the most prestigious awards and first of its kind to recognize educators and researchers from all regions and communities of the world.

Thank you and More Power, ETCOR!

Virgilio R. Jao, Jr., MBA

Master Teacher I
Buenaventura Alandy National High School
Tayabas City, Philippines

Becoming one of the consultants of ETCOR Educational Research Center is one the best experiences I have had. It actually helped me prepare myself for my Final Defense in the Graduate School. Now, I am about to graduate with my degree Doctor of Philosophy in Language - Filipino at Benguet State University. Being able to learn in the field of research through their series of training is just one of the best experiences. You get to know people. You get to build friendships. You get to widen more of your horizon. You get to appreciate and really embrace the culture of research. It's even humbling to have served as one of the speakers in their Project Sagip Mananaliksik for Everyone. It is one of the most unforgettable experiences. Bonus na lang iyong maging Moderator at mag-opening or closing remarks.

Jose Victoriano-Valdez, MAT-Fil.

Teacher III
Candon City High School
Candon City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines

Congratulations!

Awardees, ETCOR's International Awards for Outstanding Educators and Researchers

Dr. Floyd G. Aquino

Master Teacher I
Gordon Heights National High School
Olongapo City, Philippines

Dr. Ana E. Miraña

Vice President for Academic Affairs
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture
San Jose, Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Dr. Glenda N. Rito

Senior Education Program Specialist for Planning and Research
Schools Division Office of Camarines Norte
Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines

Dr. Rome B. Moralista

Dean College of Business and Management
Guimaras State College
Guimaras, Philippines

Dr. Dana G. Vera Cruz

Associate Professor V / Department Research Coordinator
Central Luzon State University
Science City of Muńoz, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Dr. Jeremy A. Cruz

School Principal III
Legazpi City National High School
Legazpi City, Philippines

Ronnie R. Landicho, LPT

Teacher II
Talumpok Integrated School
Batangas City, Philippines

Edson N. Solina, LPT

Senior High School Teacher II
Libacao National Forestry Vocational High School
Aklan, Philippines

Dr. Jaypee R. Lopres

Dr. Jaypee R. Lopres’s receipt of the “Most Outstanding Educator in English” Award from Embracing the Culture of Research (ETCOR) Educational Research Center, Inc. in July 2023